Rechnova – E-Rechnung Empfang & Archiv
Receive, read, validate and archive incoming e-invoices (XRechnung, ZUGFeRD) – locally in WordPress, no cloud.
Use with caution
Rechnova works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Needs PHP 8.1 or newer
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Rechnova stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| archiv | #2 |
| e-rechnung | #5 |
| Rechnung | #7 |
| xrechnung | #6 |
| zugferd | #12 |
About Rechnova – E-Rechnung Empfang & Archiv
From the official readme · v0.1.0Description
Since January 1, 2025, every German business must be able to receive and archive electronic invoices – from freelancers to large companies. The problem: an XRechnung is a raw XML file that is practically unreadable for humans.
This plugin turns your WordPress into an inbox and archive for incoming e-invoices:
- Upload: XRechnung files (XML, both UBL and CII syntax) and ZUGFeRD/Factur-X PDFs
- Human-readable view: the invoice is displayed like a normal invoice – seller, buyer, line items, amounts, VAT rates, due date, bank details, routing ID (Leitweg-ID)
- Validation: a basic check of the EN 16931 mandatory fields with clear error messages in German, including arithmetic checks of the totals
- Archive: a searchable invoice list with filters for seller, date, amount, format and validation status. The original file is kept unchanged in a protected folder, and a SHA-256 checksum documents its integrity – supporting a GoBD-compliant archiving process.
Privacy first
Everything runs locally in your WordPress. No cloud, no external service, no tracking – your invoice data never leaves your server.
Who is this for?
Freelancers, agencies and small businesses in Germany that want to make incoming e-invoices readable and keep them organized. WooCommerce is not required – the plugin works in any WordPress from version 6.0.
Legal note
The plugin is a tool for viewing, checking and archiving e-invoices. It does not constitute tax or legal advice. The basic validation covers the most important EN 16931 mandatory fields, but is not a full conformity check (no Schematron/KoSIT validator).
Deutsche Beschreibung
Seit dem 1. Januar 2025 muss jedes deutsche Unternehmen E-Rechnungen empfangen und archivieren können – vom Freelancer bis zur GmbH. Das Problem: Eine XRechnung ist eine rohe XML-Datei und für Menschen praktisch unlesbar.
Dieses Plugin macht aus Ihrem WordPress den Posteingang und das Archiv für eingehende E-Rechnungen:
- Hochladen: XRechnung-Dateien (XML, UBL- und CII-Syntax) und ZUGFeRD-/Factur-X-PDFs
- Lesbar anzeigen: Die Rechnung wird wie eine normale Rechnung dargestellt – Aussteller, Empfänger, Positionen, Beträge, Steuersätze, Zahlungsziel, Bankverbindung, Leitweg-ID
- Prüfen: Basisprüfung der Pflichtfelder nach EN 16931 mit klaren deutschen Fehlermeldungen, inklusive Rechenprobe der Summen
- Archivieren: Durchsuchbare Rechnungsliste mit Filter nach Aussteller, Datum, Betrag, Format und Prüfstatus. Die Originaldatei wird unverändert in einem geschützten Ordner aufbewahrt, eine SHA-256-Prüfsumme dokumentiert ihre Unverändertheit – das unterstützt eine GoBD-konforme Archivierung.
Alles läuft lokal in Ihrem WordPress – keine Cloud, kein externer Dienst, kein Tracking. Das Plugin ist ein Werkzeug und stellt keine Steuer- oder Rechtsberatung dar.
Installation
- Install and activate the plugin.
- Go to E-Rechnungen → Rechnung hochladen and upload your first XRechnung or ZUGFeRD file.
- Find your archive with search and filters under E-Rechnungen → Alle Rechnungen.
Requires PHP 8.1 or newer.
Frequently asked questions
Which formats are supported?
XRechnung as XML in both syntaxes (UBL and UN/CEFACT CII) as well as ZUGFeRD and Factur-X PDFs from version 2.x with embedded invoice XML. Plain PDF invoices without embedded XML are not e-invoices in the legal sense and are rejected with a clear error message.
Can the plugin also create e-invoices?
No, deliberately not. There are already many solutions for creating e-invoices. This plugin focuses on the underserved receiving side: read, validate, archive.
Is the archiving GoBD-compliant?
The plugin supports a GoBD-compliant archiving process: the original file is stored unchanged, a SHA-256 checksum documents its integrity, and the archive is protected against accidental deletion on uninstall by default. However, GoBD compliance also involves organizational requirements in your business – no software tool alone can guarantee compliance.
Is any data transferred to third parties?
No. The plugin works entirely locally, makes no external calls and contains no tracking.
Are my invoice files protected against direct access?
The files are stored in a subfolder of the uploads directory that is blocked via .htaccess (Apache) and uses non-guessable file names. Downloads are only possible through WordPress with a permission check. On nginx we additionally recommend blocking the folder wp-content/uploads/erechnungen/ in the server configuration.
In which language is the plugin?
The plugin is aimed at businesses in Germany: the user interface and all validation messages are in German. An English translation is included.
Changelog
First version. / Erste Version.
0.1.0
- First version: upload of XRechnung (UBL/CII) and ZUGFeRD PDF, human-readable view, basic EN 16931 validation, searchable archive with protected file storage.
- Erste Version: Upload von XRechnung (UBL/CII) und ZUGFeRD-PDF, menschenlesbare Anzeige, EN-16931-Basisprüfung, durchsuchbares Archiv mit geschützter Dateiablage.
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FAQ
Rechnova: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is Rechnova free?
Yes. Rechnova is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Rechnova safe to use in 2026?
Rechnova works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Rechnova?
Rechnova is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 164 times since it launched in August 2026. It was downloaded 59 times in the last 30 days.
Does Rechnova work with WordPress 7.1?
Rechnova is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Rechnova need?
Rechnova requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Rechnova last updated?
The latest version, 0.1.0, was released on August 1, 2026 (2 months ago).
Who makes Rechnova?
Rechnova is developed and maintained by florianberg.
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