How does payment and invoicing work?

How does payment and invoicing work?

Downstream issues separate invoices per order with instant billing on submission or completion, based on your account's payment terms.

Downstream operates with a streamlined billing system to ensure transparency and efficiency for our customers. We now provide separate invoices for every individual order, regardless of address, enabling clear tracking and accountability for every transaction.


Separate Invoices for Every Order

Every time an order is submitted through Downstream — whether it's for a service or equipment rental — an individual invoice is created. Invoices are no longer grouped by address or project. Each order receives its own standalone invoice to provide complete clarity on charges, activity, and project-specific costs.


Standard Billing (Due on Receipt)

For accounts without approved terms, payment is due immediately upon order submission. A card on file is required, and charges are processed automatically to ensure smooth and timely operations.

Invoice Timing

Immediately upon order submission

Credit Limit

Not applicable

Net Terms

Due on Receipt

Payment Method

Credit/debit card on file (auto-charged)


Net Terms (Approved Accounts Only)

Customers approved for Net Terms (Net 14 or Net 30) will receive an invoice immediately upon order completion. These invoices must be paid according to the designated terms. Approval is subject to a credit review.

Invoice Timing

Immediately upon order completion

Credit Limit

Required and assigned during approval

Net Terms Options

Due on Receipt, Net 14, Net 30

Payment Methods

Card, Bank Account, ACH, check, or optional autopay


Credit Limit Details for Net Terms Customers

When approved for Net Terms, Downstream assigns your company a specific credit limit amount in dollars. This limit applies across all users and locations under your company profile.

  • Orders can continue to be placed as long as the total of invoiced and active (not yet invoiced) orders stays under the credit limit.

  • If your balance exceeds the approved credit limit, payment must be made before placing additional orders.

  • Customers may request a credit limit increase if their volume grows or operational needs expand.

This ensures flexibility while maintaining a responsible credit management structure.


Autopay Options

  • Standard Billing (Due on Receipt): Autopay is required and enabled by default for all accounts.

  • Net Terms Customers: Autopay is optional and can be enabled for immediate processing upon invoice due date.


Accepted Payment Methods

  • Standard Accounts: Must keep a valid credit card, debit card, or bank account on file.

  • Terms-Approved Accounts: May pay via ACH, check, or enable autopay via bank transfer or card.

  • Cash payments are not accepted.

Checks should be mailed to:

Downstream Systems Inc.

2261 Market Street STE 85667

San Francisco, CA 94114


To View or Update Your Billing Settings

  1. Navigate to your Profile in Downstream

  2. Click Manage Invoices

  3. Select the gear icon in the top-right corner



Conclusion: Understanding Downstream's invoicing and billing procedures is essential for smooth transactions and financial management. Our goal is to provide transparent and convenient billing solutions tailored to our customers' needs. For further assistance or inquiries regarding billing, feel free to contact our support team.

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