Stop Wasting Hours on LOIs That Look Unprofessional
Manually drafting a Letter of Intent is slow, error-prone, and often produces a document no trading partner takes seriously. Create LOI online with Trados in minutes — professionally formatted, complete with every required field, and ready to download as a password-protected PDF. For free.
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Why Most LOIs Fail Before the Deal Even Starts
Every year, thousands of commodity trade deals stall — not because the buyer isn’t serious or the seller isn’t real — but because the Letter of Intent that starts the conversation looks like it was thrown together in 10 minutes on a blank Word document. That’s why smart traders create LOI online with professional tools.
Here’s what typically goes wrong:
Missing Fields
Banks, freight forwarders, and sellers need to see specific information: Incoterms, payment terms, port of origin, proof of funds, inspection terms. Miss even one, and your LOI gets sent back — or worse, ignored.
Inconsistent Formatting
An LOI that mixes fonts, has crooked logos, or uses inconsistent date formats tells the counterparty you're not detail-oriented. In commodity trade, details are everything.
No Security or Integrity
A plain PDF with no password protection, no file integrity hash, and no verification method is easy to forge and hard to trust. Your counterparty has no way to confirm your document is authentic.
Hours of Manual Work
Without a template, creating a proper LOI means formatting tables, calculating totals, placing logos, drawing signature lines — all manually. A process that should take minutes takes an entire afternoon.
Trados eliminates all of this. Our guided LOI wizard walks you through every required field, formats everything automatically, and produces a professional document in under 5 minutes. Create LOI online the way it should be done.
A Professional LOI, Every Time
Every LOI you create LOI online with Trados includes:
- Company branding — Your logo, company details, and description in the header
- Complete buyer and seller information — Names, addresses, contact details, all properly formatted
- Product specification — Commodity type, description, and quality specifications
- Color-coded commercial terms — Quantity, price, total value, Incoterms, payment terms in clearly defined sections
- Logistics and timeline — Port of origin, destination, shipping schedule, contract duration, and inspection terms
- Digital signature — Draw your signature or type it in a professional script font
- Company stamp/seal — Upload and position your official stamp with rotation controls
- Unique LOI number — Every document gets a traceable reference number
- Password-protected PDF — Your document is secured from unauthorized access
- SHA-256 integrity hash — Proves the document hasn't been tampered with after creation
How to Create LOI Online: 5 Steps, 5 Minutes, Done
The Trados LOI Creation Wizard guides you through five simple steps. A live preview updates in real time as you fill in each field.
Your Company (Buyer)
Enter your company information and upload your logo. This becomes the letterhead of your LOI.
- Company name, address, city, country
- Email, phone, website
- Company description (optional but recommended)
- Logo upload with adjustable sizing
Registered users: this step auto-fills from your company profile.
Seller & Product Details
Identify the seller and specify exactly what you’re buying.
- Seller company name, address, and contact details
- Commodity type — Sugar, Soybeans, Coffee, Corn, Chicken, Beef, Iron Ore, Ethanol, or custom
- Product description and quality specifications
Deal Terms
Define the commercial and financial terms of your trade.
- Quantity and unit — Metric Tons, Bushels, Barrels, Bags (60kg), and more
- Currency and price per unit — USD, EUR, GBP, BRL, and 6 other currencies
- Total value — auto-calculated as you type
- Incoterms — FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW, and all 11 standard terms
- Payment terms — Documentary LC, Standby LC, TT, MT799, MT760, and more
- Port of origin — searchable list of 100+ major global ports
- Financial details — Bank name, Top 50 bank status, proof of funds availability
Timeline & Conditions
Set your validity dates, shipping timeline, and inspection requirements.
- LOI validity date (defaults to 30 days from today)
- Contract duration — from 30 days to 2 years, or spot/one-time
- Shipping schedule
- Inspection terms — SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, buyer/seller inspector, or joint
- Special conditions and additional details (up to 1,000 characters)
Review & Sign
Review your completed LOI in the live preview, then sign it.
- Signatory full name and title
- Draw your signature on screen (mouse or touchscreen)
- Or type your name and choose from 5 professional script fonts
- Upload your company stamp or seal with rotation and size controls
- Click "Create LOI" — your PDF is generated instantly
See Your LOI as You Build It
Unlike generic document builders, Trados shows you a real-time preview of your final document while you fill in each field. Every change appears instantly — text, logos, calculations, signature, and stamp positioning.
On mobile, tap the floating Preview button to see your document in fullscreen at any time.
- No surprises when you download the PDF
- No back-and-forth editing cycles
- You see exactly what your trading partner will receive
What's Inside Your LOI PDF
A document that commands respect. Your generated LOI follows international commodity trade standards:
Built-In Document Protection
Every LOI generated by Trados includes security features that generic document builders simply don’t offer:
Password-Protected PDF
Your document is encrypted with a password. Only you and your intended recipient can open it.
SHA-256 Integrity Hash
Each LOI receives a unique cryptographic hash that proves the document hasn't been altered after creation. If a single character changes, the hash won't match.
Unique LOI Number
Every document is assigned a traceable reference number (e.g., LOI-2026-03-A7F2B9E1) that links back to the verified original in the Trados system.
QR Code Verification
Your LOI includes a QR code that counterparties can scan to validate the document's authenticity — with privacy-masked details to protect sensitive information.
Create LOI Online: Free vs. Registered Features
Creating a Trados account is free. Register in under 2 minutes and manage all your LOIs from a single dashboard.
Built for International Commodity Trade
Trados is designed specifically for commodity importers and exporters — not generic business correspondence. The LOI wizard includes pre-loaded options for:
Commodities
Sugar (ICUMSA 45 & 150) · Soybeans · Coffee (Arabica & Robusta) · Corn · Chicken · Beef · Iron Ore · Ethanol · Custom commodity entry
Incoterms (2020)
FOB · CIF · CFR · EXW · FCA · CPT · CIP · DAP · DPU · DDP · FAS
Payment Terms
Documentary LC · Standby LC · TT (Wire Transfer) · MT799 · MT760 · Cash Against Documents · Advance Payment · Open Account
Currencies
USD · EUR · GBP · BRL · CNY · JPY · AED · CHF · CAD · AUD
Units
Metric Tons · Short Tons · Long Tons · Kilograms · Pounds · Bushels · Liters · Gallons · Barrels · Bags (60kg)
Ports
100+ major global ports pre-loaded with search — or enter any custom port.
Who Uses the LOI Creator?
First-Time Commodity Buyers
You've found a supplier in Brazil but have never drafted an LOI before. Trados walks you through every field so nothing is missed — and the result looks like it came from a seasoned trading house.
Trading Companies Scaling Operations
Your team creates dozens of LOIs per month. Trados lets you duplicate previous LOIs, edit terms for new deals, and maintain a searchable archive of every document.
Brokers & Intermediaries
Present professional documentation to both buyers and sellers. A well-formatted LOI builds trust on both sides of the deal.
Sellers Requesting LOIs from Buyers
Send buyers directly to Trados' LOI creator. They'll produce a properly structured document instead of a poorly formatted email or Word file.
Legal & Compliance Teams
Standardised LOI format with traceable reference numbers and integrity hashes makes compliance review faster and more reliable.
Ready to Create Your LOI?
Stop struggling with blank documents. Build a professional Letter of Intent in 5 minutes — for free.
Frequently Asked Questions About Creating LOIs
Is the LOI Creator really free?
Yes. You can create a complete, professional LOI and download it as a password-protected PDF at no cost. No credit card, no trial period, no hidden fees.
Do I need to create an account?
No. Public users can create and download LOIs by verifying their email with a quick 6-digit code. Creating a free account unlocks additional features like LOI history, editing, and duplication.
How long does it take to create LOI online?
Most users complete the wizard in 3-5 minutes. If you have a Trados account, your company information auto-fills, making it even faster.
Can I edit my LOI after creating it?
Registered users can edit any LOI they've created. Simply open it from your LOI history, make changes, and download the updated PDF.
What format is the final document?
Your LOI is generated as a professional PDF — the standard format for trade documentation worldwide. The PDF is password-protected for security.
Can I add my company logo and stamp?
Yes. You can upload your company logo (displayed in the letterhead) and your company stamp or seal (displayed next to your signature). Both support size adjustment, and the stamp supports rotation.
How does the digital signature work?
You have two options: draw your signature directly on screen using your mouse or touchscreen, or type your name and select from 5 professional script fonts. Both produce a clean signature image embedded in your PDF.
Is my data secure?
Yes. Your document data is processed securely on Trados servers. PDFs are password-protected, and each document receives a SHA-256 integrity hash that proves it hasn't been tampered with.
What happens if I close the browser before finishing?
Your progress is automatically saved in your browser. When you return to the LOI creator, you'll see a prompt to resume where you left off — no data lost.
Can I create LOIs for commodities not listed in the dropdown?
Yes. Select "Other" from the commodity dropdown and enter any commodity name. The wizard works for any product, not just the pre-loaded options.
What is an LOI in commodity trade?
A Letter of Intent (LOI) is a formal document that declares a buyer's intention to purchase a specific commodity from a seller. It outlines key terms — product, quantity, price, payment method, shipping details — and serves as the starting point for a trade negotiation.
Can a seller use this tool too?
Absolutely. While the default flow is buyer-to-seller, sellers can create LOIs to present to potential buyers, especially when offering specific lots or shipments.
Does Trados verify the LOI after I create it?
The LOI Creator and LOI Verifier are separate tools. After creating your LOI, you can run it through the Verify LOI tool to confirm it meets professional standards — a great quality check before sending.
Your Next Deal Starts With a Professional LOI
Don’t let a bad document kill a good deal. Create your Letter of Intent in minutes — professionally formatted, complete, and secure.
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