course-platform · Last verified 2026-10-29 Gumroad pricing
No monthly fee — 10% + $0.50 direct, 30% via Discover marketplace
Plans
| Plan | Monthly | Annual /mo | Annual total | Seats | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct sales | $0 | $0 | — | n/a | 10% + $0.50 per transaction via profile/direct links. |
| Discover marketplace | $0 | $0 | — | n/a | 30% when buyers come via Discover. |
Free plan & trial
| Forever free | Yes |
| Trial | Not listed |
| Notes | No monthly charge — pay per transaction only. |
| Source | https://gumroad.com/pricing · checked 2026-10-29 |
Platform fees
| Platform transaction fees | 10% + $0.50 direct; 30% via Discover. Merchant of Record / tax handling cited since 2025-01-01. |
| Processor | Gumroad (MoR) |
| Notes | No SaaS subscription — all cost is take-rate. |
| Source | https://gumroad.com/pricing · checked 2026-10-29 |
Gotchas
- Discover’s 30% is steep vs owning your traffic.
- MoR tax handling is a feature, not free money — baked into the model.
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FAQ
How much does Gumroad cost?
Direct sales is $0/mo or $0/mo billed annually (when listed). Full plan table on this page; last checked 2026-10-29.
Does Gumroad have a free plan?
Yes. No monthly charge — pay per transaction only.
What are Gumroad platform fees?
Platform transaction fees: 10% + $0.50 direct; 30% via Discover. Merchant of Record / tax handling cited since 2025-01-01.. Processor: Gumroad (MoR). No SaaS subscription — all cost is take-rate.