Overview
Gumroad is a platform for creators to sell digital goods such as ebooks, templates, software, courses and memberships. Sellers get a hosted profile and product pages, checkout, file delivery and basic email tools.
It suits individuals and small creator businesses that want to start selling quickly without building a store. Instead of a subscription, Gumroad charges a fee on each sale, and its Discover marketplace can surface products to buyers.
Key features
- Digital deliveryAutomatic delivery of files, licence keys and content after purchase.
- MembershipsRecurring subscriptions and tiered membership products.
- Flexible pricingPay-what-you-want, discount codes and product variants.
- Audience emailsSend updates and workflows to customers and followers.
- Discover marketplaceOptional listing in a marketplace that can bring new buyers.
Best for
- Independent creators selling digital products
- Developers and designers selling templates, assets or software licences
- Writers and educators launching paid content quickly
Pricing
Usage-based. No monthly fee; Gumroad takes a percentage of each sale plus payment processing, with a higher fee on marketplace sales.
| Plan | What you get |
|---|---|
| Direct sales | Per-sale fee on purchases from your own links and profile. |
| Discover sales | Higher per-sale fee for purchases via the Gumroad marketplace. |
Prices and plan limits change often. Check the official website for current pricing. Last reviewed Oct 3, 2026.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Very fast setup with no upfront cost
- Handles checkout, delivery and tax collection for many regions
- Supports memberships and licence keys out of the box
Cons
- Per-sale fees become expensive at higher revenue
- Limited storefront customisation compared with full ecommerce platforms
- Not designed for physical products at scale
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Try Gumroad
No monthly fee; Gumroad takes a percentage of each sale plus payment processing, with a higher fee on marketplace sales.