Public Quote View

Understand what your clients see when viewing, signing, and paying quotes.

14 min readUpdated 2026-01-17

When you send a quote, your client receives a link to view it. This tutorial walks through the entire client experience - from viewing the quote to signing and making payment. Understanding this helps you create quotes that convert.

In This Tutorial

Quote URL & Access

How clients access their quote:

  • quotrpro.com/quote/[unique-id]
  • Each quote has unique link
  • No login required
  • Secure, shareable
  • Click link in email
  • Scan QR code
  • Paste URL in browser
  • Text message link
  • Fully responsive
  • Works on any device
  • Touch-optimized
  • Easy to view/sign
  • Unique, unguessable URL
  • No authentication needed
  • Can be shared
  • You see when viewed

Quote Header Section

The top of the quote page:

Header Elements:

  • Top of page
  • "Quote" or "Proposal"
  • Status indication
  • Validity info
  • Your business name
  • Your logo/photo
  • Contact information
  • Click to call/email
  • Their name
  • Project address
  • Personalized
  • Quote number/ID
  • Date created
  • Valid until date
  • Project title

Header Layout: Desktop: Side by side Mobile: Stacked vertically

Contractor Trust Card

Your credentials displayed to clients:

  • Your profile photo/logo
  • Business name
  • Star rating (if reviews)
  • Trust badges
  • Average from reviews
  • "4.8 ★" format
  • Review count
  • Builds confidence
  • "Licensed" badge
  • "Insured" badge
  • "Verified" badge
  • Location indicator
  • Phone number
  • Email address
  • Click-to-contact buttons
  • Easy reach
  • First thing clients see
  • Builds immediate trust
  • Professional presentation
  • Decision factor

Pro Tip

A complete profile with badges and reviews significantly increases quote acceptance rates.

Project Photos

Photos included with the quote:

  • Grid or carousel
  • Click to enlarge
  • Before/after pairs
  • Captions if added
  • Side-by-side display
  • "Before" / "After" labels
  • AI-generated "after" (if used)
  • Visual transformation
  • Full-size image
  • Dark overlay
  • Navigation arrows
  • Close button
  • Visual understanding
  • Scope clarity
  • Professional presentation
  • Client confidence
  • Swipeable gallery
  • Touch to enlarge
  • Easy navigation

Pricing Breakdown

How the quote amount is displayed:

  • Description
  • Quantity
  • Unit
  • Price
  • Line total

Example Display: `` Description Qty Unit Price Total ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Interior Paint 500 sq ft $3.50 $1,750.00 Labor - Painting 16 hours $65.00 $1,040.00 Paint Supplies 1 lot $150.00 $150.00 ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Subtotal: $2,940.00 Tax (8%): $235.20 Total: $3,175.20 ``

  • Clear, professional table
  • Itemized breakdown
  • Subtotals visible
  • Tax calculated
  • Grand total prominent
  • Summary only
  • "View breakdown" expand
  • Cleaner initial view

Payment Schedule Display

How payment terms are shown:

  • Timeline or table
  • Each milestone
  • Amounts per payment
  • Due dates
Example Schedule:
-----------------------
Deposit$1,587.60 (50%)At Signing
Final$1,587.60 (50%)At Completion
  • Current payment highlighted
  • Completed payments checked
  • Future payments grayed
  • Clear progression
  • Percentage and amount
  • When due
  • Payment options
  • Easy to understand

What's Included & Excluded

Scope details displayed to client:

  • Bulleted list
  • Green checkmarks
  • Clear expectations
  • Comprehensive scope
  • All paint and materials
  • Surface preparation
  • Two coats of premium paint
  • Trim and baseboards
  • Cleanup and debris removal
  • Bulleted list
  • X marks or gray
  • Clear boundaries
  • Prevents confusion
  • Furniture moving
  • Wall repairs beyond minor patching
  • Exterior painting
  • Window treatments
  • Sets clear expectations
  • Prevents scope creep
  • Professional communication
  • Reduces disputes

Protection Card

Warranty and protection information:

  • Warranty details
  • License number
  • Insurance info
  • Bonding status
  • Shield or protection icon
  • "Your Protection" header
  • List of protections
  • Builds confidence
  • Duration (e.g., "1 Year")
  • What's covered
  • Terms summary
  • "Licensed" badge
  • License number (if shared)
  • State/jurisdiction
  • "Insured" badge
  • Coverage type
  • Peace of mind
  • Client protection
  • Legal compliance
  • Trust building
  • Decision support

FAQ Accordion

Common questions answered:

  • Accordion format
  • Click to expand
  • One at a time (optional)
  • Clean presentation
  • Question visible
  • Click to show answer
  • Collapse others
  • Smooth animation
  • How long will this take?
  • What's your warranty?
  • Do I need to be home?
  • How do I pay?
  • What if I need changes?
  • Preemptive answers
  • Reduces questions
  • Builds confidence
  • Professional touch
  • Based on project type
  • Your specific answers
  • Tailored to quote

Payment Methods Display

Show accepted payment methods:

  • Icons for each method
  • Names listed
  • Clear visual
  • Client choice
  • Credit/Debit Cards
  • ACH/Bank Transfer
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
  • Cash App
  • Zelle
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Copy PayPal address
  • Copy Venmo handle
  • Copy Cash App tag
  • Easy for client
  • Card payment button
  • Secure checkout
  • Stripe processing
  • Immediate confirmation
  • Instructions provided
  • Contact info
  • Manual tracking by you

Quote Validity Banner

Quote expiration information:

  • "Valid until [date]"
  • Green or neutral
  • Days remaining
  • Encourages action
  • "Expires in X days"
  • Orange/yellow warning
  • Urgency created
  • Call to action
  • "This quote has expired"
  • Red banner
  • Cannot sign
  • Contact contractor
  • Top of quote
  • Or near sign button
  • Always visible
  • Clear communication
  • Protects your pricing
  • Creates urgency
  • Professional practice
  • Clear expectations

Signing the Quote

How clients accept and sign:

  • Prominent "Sign & Accept" button
  • Fixed or in-view
  • Clear call to action
  • Disabled if expired
  • Agreement text
  • Signer name input
  • Signature pad
  • Confirm button
  • Draw signature with finger/mouse
  • Clear button to retry
  • Touch-friendly
  • Saves as image
  • Text input
  • Who is signing
  • Printed name
  • Required field
  • Terms displayed
  • "I agree to..." checkbox
  • Legal language
  • Must accept
  • Success message
  • Signature recorded
  • Quote status updates
  • Payment step (if deposit)
1

Click Sign & Accept

Big button at bottom of quote.

2

Enter Your Name

Type your full name as signer.

3

Draw Signature

Use finger or mouse to sign.

4

Accept Terms

Check the agreement box.

5

Confirm

Click confirm to complete signing.

Making Payments

How clients pay online:

  • "Pay Deposit" button
  • Amount shown
  • Payment options
  • Secure checkout

Card Payment: 1. Click "Pay with Card" 2. Stripe checkout opens 3. Enter card details 4. Confirm payment 5. Receipt shown

ACH Payment: 1. Select "Bank Transfer" 2. Connect bank (Plaid) 3. Authorize amount 4. Payment initiated 5. Confirmation shown

PayPal/Venmo: 1. Click PayPal/Venmo 2. Redirects to service 3. Log in and pay 4. Returns to confirmation

  • "Payment Successful" message
  • Receipt emailed
  • Quote updates
  • Contractor notified
  • Stripe processing
  • PCI compliant
  • Secure connection
  • No card data stored by QuotrPro

Confirmation & Receipts

What clients receive after signing/paying:

  • Email to client
  • "You signed the quote"
  • Link to view quote
  • Contact info
  • Email receipt
  • Amount paid
  • Transaction ID
  • Date/time
  • Summary of quote
  • Payment details
  • Next steps
  • Contractor contact
  • "Quote signed!"
  • "Payment successful!"
  • Brief display
  • Confirmation
  • Download option
  • Print-ready
  • For records
  • Email notification
  • Dashboard update
  • Payment recorded
  • Ready to start work

Tips for Better Conversions

Optimize your quotes for signing:

  • Itemized breakdown
  • No hidden fees
  • Transparent total
  • Easy to understand
  • Complete profile
  • Trust badges
  • Reviews displayed
  • Quality photos
  • Detailed inclusions
  • Clear exclusions
  • FAQs answered
  • No ambiguity
  • Validity date
  • "Limited time" (if true)
  • Deposit to secure
  • Simple signing
  • Multiple payment options
  • Mobile-friendly
  • Quick completion
  • After sending
  • If viewed but not signed
  • Professional check-in
  • Address concerns

Pro Tip

Quotes that are viewed but not signed within 48 hours rarely convert. Follow up promptly when you see the "Viewed" status.