In short: No monthly fee and sales tax is handled for you, but every sale carries a fee, rising to 30% for sales via the Gumroad marketplace.
- No monthly fee
- Handles sales tax
- 30% on marketplace sales
- Not tested by us
Before you sign up
Checked 2026-09-28 · based on official and public sources · not tested by us
Sell digital products such as ebooks, templates and courses directly through a simple link.
Data sheet
Compiled from the public sources linked below
| What you do | Sell ebooks, templates, courses and other digital products |
|---|---|
| Fees | Own link: 10% + $0.50; Gumroad marketplace: 30% |
| Tax | Since 2025-01-01 Gumroad handles sales tax as merchant of record |
| Operator | GUMROAD, INC. |
| Sign-up | Email + bank/PayPal payouts |
| Caution | Payout options vary by country |
When to use it
For creators who want to sell ebooks, templates or courses to their own audience through social media or a website link.
Before you use it
Sales through your own link cost 10% + $0.50; sales via the Gumroad marketplace cost 30%. Payout methods vary by country, so confirm availability when signing up.
How to use it
- Sign up with email and add bank or PayPal payout details.
- Upload your digital product and set a price.
- Share the product link with your audience to sell.
What to expect
There is no monthly fee; you pay only when you sell. Since 1 January 2025, Gumroad collects and handles sales tax on sellers’ behalf as merchant of record.
Checked 2026-09-28 · compiled from public sources; we have not tested it ourselves. Terms change, so check the official pages before you rely on it. · Official site · Source 1 · Source 2