Nothing hurts like losing an almost‑finished invoice. Browser crashes, tab mis‑clicks or power cuts can erase an hour of work—and delay payment. Invoice Master’s auto‑save engine quietly backs up every keystroke, so your documents are always safe.
How Auto‑Save Works (Under the Hood)
- Real‑time local storage: Changes write to your browser every two seconds.
- Version stamps: Each field change gets a timestamp—revert anytime.
- Cross‑device sync: Drafts pull from the cloud the moment you log in elsewhere.
- Conflict guard: Simultaneous edits create a duplicate draft, never overwriting live invoices.
Recover a Lost Invoice in 10 Seconds
- Reopen Invoice Master—landing page highlights “Unsaved Draft Detected.”
- Click Restore.
- Review change log, discard unwanted versions, and continue editing.
- Hit Save or Send when ready. Done.
Pro Power Moves
Name Your Drafts
Click the title bar and add a short label (“Q3 Retainer,” “Website Revamp”). Search later by name.
Set Auto‑Save Frequency
Settings → Preferences → Auto‑Save Interval. Options: 2 s (default), 5 s, 10 s. Faster for heavy multitaskers.
Clean Old Drafts
Monthly reminder: open Drafts Hub, sort by Last Edited, delete anything >90 days to keep storage slim.
Compare Versions
Open two side‑by‑side to spot scope creep or pricing changes before sending.
Why Drafts Boost Your Cash‑Flow
| Scenario | Without Auto‑Save | With Auto‑Save | |----------|------------------|----------------| | Browser crash | Recreate invoice from scratch—delay payment. | Resume instantly—send on schedule. | | Field accidentally erased | Manual re‑entry—error risk. | Use version history—restore correct value. | | Team hand‑off | Email attachments back & forth. | Share live draft link—zero duplication. |
SEO‑Ready FAQ
Q: How long are drafts stored?
Forever, or until you delete them—storage is on us.
Q: Are drafts encrypted?
Yes. Local data uses browser encryption, cloud sync travels over TLS and rests on encrypted drives.
Q: Can I export a draft as PDF?
Absolutely—drafts export exactly like final invoices.
Q: Do drafts count toward document limits?
No. Only sent invoices and quotes count; drafts are free.
Q: What if two users edit the same draft?
The system forks a copy and notifies both users—merge or keep separate.
Five‑Minute Insurance Plan
- Open Settings → Preferences and ensure auto‑save is ON.
- Set interval to 2 s for max protection.
- Label current drafts clearly.
- Schedule a monthly draft cleanup.
- Relax—lost invoices are officially a thing of the past.
Drafts save hours—and sometimes save the deal. Switch them on and forget the fear of losing work.
