Invoices
View, download, and manage your NorthRelay invoices and payment methods
Invoices
NorthRelay uses Stripe for all billing and payment processing. Your invoices, payment methods, and billing history are managed through the dashboard.
Accessing Invoices
- Go to Dashboard > Billing
- Click the Invoices tab
- Your invoice history is displayed in reverse chronological order
Each row shows:
- Invoice date
- Invoice number
- Amount
- Status (Paid, Pending, Failed)
- A link to view or download
Invoice Details
Each invoice includes:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Invoice Number | Unique identifier (e.g., INV-2026-0042) |
| Date | The billing date |
| Due Date | When payment is due (typically the same day for auto-pay) |
| Plan | Your current tier and billing period |
| Amount | The charge for the billing period |
| Tax | Applicable taxes (if any, based on your billing address) |
| Total | Final amount charged |
| Status | Paid, Pending, or Failed |
| Payment Method | The card or method used for payment |
Downloading Receipts
To download a PDF receipt:
- Go to Dashboard > Billing > Invoices
- Click Download on the invoice row
- A PDF receipt downloads to your device
Receipts include all information needed for expense reporting and accounting: invoice number, date, line items, tax breakdown, and payment confirmation.
Payment Methods
NorthRelay accepts:
- Credit cards -- Visa, Mastercard, American Express
- Debit cards -- Visa Debit, Mastercard Debit
All payment processing is handled securely by Stripe. NorthRelay never stores your full card number.
Adding a Payment Method
- Go to Dashboard > Billing
- Click Payment Methods
- Click Add Payment Method
- Enter your card details
- Click Save
Updating Your Default Payment Method
- Go to Dashboard > Billing > Payment Methods
- Click Set as Default on the card you want to use
- Future charges will use this card
Removing a Payment Method
- Go to Dashboard > Billing > Payment Methods
- Click Remove on the card you want to delete
- Confirm removal
You cannot remove your only payment method while on a paid plan. Add a new method first, then remove the old one.
Updating Billing Information
To update your billing name, address, or email (for invoice delivery):
- Go to Dashboard > Billing
- Click Billing Details
- Update your information
- Click Save
Changes apply to future invoices. Past invoices are not retroactively updated.
Failed Payments
If a payment fails:
- NorthRelay sends an email notification to your account email
- The invoice status shows as Failed in your dashboard
- Stripe automatically retries the charge after 3 days, then again after 5 days
- If all retries fail, your account may be downgraded to the Free tier
To resolve a failed payment:
- Go to Dashboard > Billing > Payment Methods
- Update your payment method or add a new card
- Click Retry Payment on the failed invoice
- Your service is restored immediately upon successful payment
Billing Cycle
- Billing is monthly, charged on the same day each month (based on your signup date)
- If you sign up on the 31st, you are charged on the last day of shorter months
- All amounts are in USD
- Invoices are generated at the start of each billing cycle
Related
- Plans & Pricing for tier comparison
- Billing FAQ for common questions about billing