One-Line Payment Reminder Email Template

Sometimes less is more. Use this ultra-minimalist payment reminder to cut through busy inboxes and get a direct answer — especially when prior reminders have gone unanswered.

When to use / when to send

Checklist / what to include

• Subject: Short invoice reference
• Invoice #{{InvoiceNumber}} and due date
• Pay link {{PayLink}} in the body
• Request for scheduled payment date
• Reply-by date {{ReplyByDate}} if needed

How to use

Copy/paste template

Follow-up plan + common mistakes

• Send only once per unpaid invoice
• If ignored, escalate to phone or a full reminder email
• Don’t follow up repeatedly with the same message
• Don’t forget to include the pay link
• Don’t use with new clients—start more formal

FAQ

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