How do I attach a proof of purchase or receipt to an inventory item?

Updated September 5, 2026

Link receipts to inventory items to keep a record of your proof of purchase. This is useful for returns, warranties, tax documentation, and general record-keeping.

Enable the Feature

1. Go to Settings (tap the gear icon)

2. Tap Inventory Preferences

3. Toggle Proof of Purchase Linking on

A disclaimer is shown on first enable explaining how receipt data is used. The Proof of Purchase section now appears on all item detail screens towards the bottom.

Attach a Receipt to an Item

1. Open the item you want to link a receipt to

2. Scroll to the Proof of Purchase section and tap Attach Receipt

3. Choose one of the following:

• Take Photo -- Use your camera to capture a receipt

• Choose from Library -- Select a receipt image from your photo library

• Choose file (PDF) -- Attach a PDF receipt, such as an emailed invoice

• Link Existing Receipt -- Choose a receipt already saved in Flippd

View Proof of Purchase Receipts

Proof of Purchase Receipts appear as chips on the item detail screen showing the merchant name and date, along with a thumbnail of the receipt image.

All of your receipts, including ones not linked to any item, are managed from Tools > Proof of purchase. Receipts that aren't linked to an item are grouped under Unattached.

Unlink a Proof of Purchase Receipt

Tap the linked receipt chip, choose Unlink from Item, and confirm. Unlinking a receipt does not delete the receipt itself -- it only removes the association with the item.

Good to Know

• The receipt total is informational only -- it never affects the item's profit calculation

• Multiple receipts can be linked to a single item (useful for items with separate purchase and shipping receipts)

• A receipt can also be turned into inventory items: choose Start with a receipt from the Add menu, or open a saved receipt and tap Read receipt. See What are all the ways to add inventory to Flippd?

• Always keep your own copies of receipts as a backup

• Receipt data syncs across your devices

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