Template guide
Freelance quote maker
Underquoting hurts once. Overquoting without a polished doc loses the job. A clear one-pager with your logo beats a number in an email body.
Or jump straight to the Quote Generator.
Pricing the first draft
Start from line items, not a gut total. Hours × rate or fixed deliverables add up to something you can defend on a call. Our What Should I Charge tool links here if you want a starting point.
Sam Okoye Writing
Quote Q-8810
| Item | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Website copy 6 core pages | 1 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Case study Interview + draft | 1 | $650 | $650 |
| Total | $3,050 | ||
Deposits filter serious clients
State deposit on the quote. 50% for new clients isn't rude, it's normal. Freelancers who skip deposits often finish the work and then chase payment for weeks.
Common questions
Hourly estimate on a fixed quote?
Optional. Some freelancers show "approx 40 hrs" in descriptions without billing hourly.
Send quote by email or link?
PDF attachment feels formal. Share link lets them open on mobile. Your call.