Everything You Need to Run Your Business Like a Pro
Comprehensive Business Management for African Entrepreneurs
Velvy combines powerful invoicing, payment tracking, inventory management, and financial reporting in one beautiful platform. See all the features that make managing your business effortless.
Create, Send, and Get Paid—All in One Place
Professional Invoice Creation
What it does:
Create stunning, professional invoices that make you look established and trustworthy. Choose from multiple customizable templates, add your logo, customize colors, and include your brand messaging.
Why it matters:
Your invoice is often your client's first impression of your business. Professional invoices get paid faster and help you stand out from competitors still using Word documents or Gmail.
Key Benefits:
- Multiple professionally-designed templates
- Full brand customization (logo, colors, fonts)
- Custom notes and terms sections
- Automatic numbering system
- Line-item descriptions with quantities and rates
- Tax and discount calculations
Multi-Currency Support
What it does:
Create invoices in Nigerian Naira, Ghanaian Cedi, Kenyan Shilling, South African Rand, USD, GBP, or EUR. Switch currencies per invoice based on your client's location.
Why it matters:
Working with international clients or operating across African borders? No need to do currency conversions manually or confuse clients with invoices in the wrong currency.
Key Benefits:
- Nigerian Naira (₦)
- Ghanaian Cedi (₵)
- Kenyan Shilling (KSh)
- South African Rand (R)
- USD, GBP, EUR support
Real-Time Invoice Tracking
What it does:
Get instant notifications the moment your client opens and views your invoice. Track invoice status from sent → viewed → paid in real-time.
Why it matters:
No more "I didn't receive the invoice" excuses. You'll know exactly when to follow up and when clients have actually seen your invoice.
Key Benefits:
- When invoices are sent
- When clients view them
- How many times viewed
- Payment status updates
- Overdue notifications
One-Click Email Delivery
What it does:
Send professional invoice emails directly from Velvy with one click. Each invoice gets a beautifully formatted email with a PDF attachment and payment link.
Why it matters:
Save time by eliminating the need to download PDFs, compose emails, and attach files manually. Everything happens automatically.
Key Benefits:
- Professional email templates
- Automatic PDF attachment
- Direct payment link included
- Customizable email message
- Delivery confirmation
Shareable Invoice Links
What it does:
Generate unique links for each invoice that clients can view in their browser. Share these links via WhatsApp, SMS, social media, or any messaging platform.
Why it matters:
Not all clients check email regularly, especially in Africa where WhatsApp is king. Meet your clients where they are.
Key Benefits:
- Copy link to clipboard
- WhatsApp direct share
- SMS integration
- Social media sharing
- QR code generation
Flutterwave Payment Integration
What it does:
Connect your Flutterwave account and let clients pay directly from the invoice using their preferred payment method—bank transfer, card, or mobile money.
Why it matters:
Remove friction from the payment process. The easier you make it to pay, the faster you get paid.
Key Benefits:
- Bank transfers
- Debit/credit cards
- Mobile money (M-Pesa, MTN)
- USSD banking
- Direct bank accounts
Flexible Tax Management
What it does:
Add percentage-based taxes, flat tax amounts, or line-item specific taxes. Velvy automatically calculates totals and generates tax reports for compliance.
Why it matters:
Stay compliant with tax regulations without the headache. Perfect for VAT-registered businesses.
Key Benefits:
- Percentage-based taxes
- Flat rate taxes
- Multiple tax types per invoice
- Line-item specific taxation
- VAT breakdown reports
Automatic Payment Tracking
What it does:
Velvy automatically tracks every payment against invoices. See at a glance which invoices are paid, partially paid, or overdue.
Why it matters:
Stop maintaining spreadsheets to track payments. Everything is automatic, accurate, and always up-to-date.
Key Benefits:
- Real-time payment status
- Partial payment support
- Payment history per client
- Outstanding balance calculations
- Overdue invoice alerts
Organize Every Aspect of Your Business
Client Management Database
What it does:
Store unlimited client contacts with complete business details, contact information, and transaction history. Access everything about a client in seconds.
Why it matters:
Stop hunting through emails for client details. Build stronger relationships with a complete view of every client's history.
Key Benefits:
- Unlimited client contacts
- Complete contact information
- Transaction history per client
- Outstanding invoices view
- Payment patterns analysis
Multiple Company Management
What it does:
Create separate company profiles for each business you run. Each company gets its own branding, bank accounts, clients, and financial records.
Why it matters:
Perfect for entrepreneurs running multiple ventures. Keep everything organized without creating multiple accounts.
Key Benefits:
- Unlimited company profiles (Premium)
- Separate branding per company
- Individual bank account settings
- Distinct client lists
- Independent invoice numbering
Comprehensive Inventory Management
What it does:
Track products across multiple warehouse locations. Manage stock levels, create purchase orders, and get alerts when inventory runs low.
Why it matters:
Never oversell or run out of stock unexpectedly. Make smarter purchasing decisions.
Key Benefits:
- Product catalog with SKUs
- Multi-location stock tracking
- Purchase order management
- Stock adjustment history
- Low stock alerts
Expense Tracking & Management
What it does:
Record and categorize all business expenses. Attach receipts, track trends, and see exactly where your money is going.
Why it matters:
Understanding your expenses is critical for profitability. Start knowing where you can cut costs.
Key Benefits:
- Unlimited expense entries
- Category management
- Receipt attachments
- Vendor tracking
- Tax-deductible flagging
Digital Wallet System
What it does:
Velvy's built-in wallet system tracks all money flowing in and out of your business. See your real-time balance and complete transaction history.
Why it matters:
Get instant clarity on your cash position without logging into multiple platforms.
Key Benefits:
- Real-time balance tracking
- Complete transaction logs
- Payment reconciliation
- Multi-currency support
- Transaction search and filters
Make Smarter Decisions with Data
Financial Dashboard
What it does:
A beautiful dashboard showing key metrics: total revenue, expenses, outstanding invoices, payment trends, and cash flow—all in real-time.
Why it matters:
One dashboard tells you everything you need to know about your business health.
Key Benefits:
- Total revenue tracking
- Outstanding invoices value
- Paid vs. unpaid status
- Expense summaries
- Cash flow trends
- Visual charts and graphs
Revenue Analytics
What it does:
Detailed breakdown of revenue by client, service, time period, and payment method. Identify your best clients and most profitable services.
Why it matters:
Focus your energy on what's actually making you money.
Key Benefits:
- Revenue trends over time
- Top revenue-generating clients
- Best-selling products/services
- Payment method breakdown
- Year-over-year comparisons
Expense Analytics
What it does:
Visual breakdowns of expenses by category, vendor, time period, and project. Identify spending patterns and opportunities to cut costs.
Why it matters:
See exactly where money is leaking from your business.
Key Benefits:
- Expense trends over time
- Category breakdowns
- Top vendors analysis
- Budget vs. actual comparisons
- Profit margin calculations
Tax Reports & Compliance
What it does:
Automatic generation of tax reports showing all VAT collected, expenses incurred, and transactions recorded. Export ready for tax filing.
Why it matters:
Tax season doesn't have to be stressful. All your records are organized and ready.
Key Benefits:
- VAT breakdown reports
- Revenue summaries
- Deductible expenses
- Quarterly reports
- PDF export for filing
Export & Download Reports
What it does:
Export invoices, financial reports, client lists, and expense summaries in PDF, CSV, or Excel format.
Why it matters:
Your data is yours. Use it however you need.
Key Benefits:
- Individual invoice PDFs
- Bulk invoice export
- Financial reports (PDF/Excel)
- Client lists (CSV)
- Expense reports (Excel)
Work Smarter, Not Harder
Automatic Payment Reminders
What it does:
Set up automatic reminder emails that go out before and after invoice due dates. Velvy handles all follow-ups professionally.
Why it matters:
Following up on late payments is awkward and time-consuming. Let Velvy handle it automatically.
Key Benefits:
- Customizable reminder schedules
- Pre-due date reminders
- Overdue payment reminders
- Multiple reminder sequences
- Professional email templates
Real-Time Notifications
What it does:
Instant email notifications when invoices are viewed, payments are received, invoices become overdue, or any important business event occurs.
Why it matters:
React quickly to business events. Thank clients immediately when they pay.
Key Benefits:
- Invoice viewed alerts
- Payment received confirmations
- Overdue invoice warnings
- Low stock alerts
- System updates
Work Anywhere, On Any Device
Responsive Mobile Design
What it does:
Velvy works perfectly on phones, tablets, and computers. Create invoices, track payments, and manage your business from anywhere.
Why it matters:
Business doesn't stop when you're away from your desk.
Key Benefits:
- Touch-optimized interface
- Fast loading on slow networks
- Works on all screen sizes
- Native-like experience
- Install as mobile app (PWA)
Beautiful Dark Mode
What it does:
Switch to dark mode for comfortable late-night work sessions or to save battery on mobile devices.
Why it matters:
Dark mode reduces eye strain and looks professional.
Key Benefits:
- Full dark theme throughout app
- Automatic or manual switching
- Consistent across all devices
- Battery saving on mobile
Blazing Fast Performance
What it does:
Velvy is optimized to load quickly even on slow 3G connections. Every page loads in under 2 seconds.
Why it matters:
We know internet in Africa can be slow and expensive. Velvy is built to work fast.
Key Benefits:
- Optimized for slow networks
- Minimal data usage
- Instant page transitions
- Background syncing
- Progressive loading
Bank-Level Security
What it does:
Your data is encrypted in transit and at rest using the same security banks use. Regular backups ensure you never lose data.
Why it matters:
Your business data and client information are valuable. We protect them like they're our own.
Key Benefits:
- SSL/TLS encryption
- Encrypted data storage
- Regular security audits
- Daily backups
- GDPR compliant
See How Velvy Compares
Built specifically for African businesses with features that matter
| Feature | Velvy | QuickBooks | Zoho Invoice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (Monthly) | ₦5,000 | ₦8,000 | ₦7,500 |
| Free Plan | |||
| Invoices (Free) | 5/month | 0 | 5/month |
| Invoices (Paid) | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Companies | Unlimited | 1 | 1 |
| African Currencies | Limited | ||
| Flutterwave Integration | |||
| Inventory Management | |||
| Payment Reminders | |||
| Mobile App (PWA) | |||
| Works Offline | |||
| Built for Africa | |||
| Email Tracking | |||
| Dark Mode | |||
| WhatsApp Sharing |
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