Gumroad
Simple platform for creators to sell digital products directly to their audience
Founded
2011
Starting Price
0
Category
E-commerce
Last updated March 23, 2026
About Gumroad
Gumroad is a streamlined e-commerce platform that lets creators sell digital products — ebooks, courses, software, music, art, and more — directly to customers with minimal setup. With no monthly fees and a flat 10% transaction fee, Gumroad removes the barrier to entry for independent creators. The platform handles payment processing, file hosting, instant delivery, and tax compliance as a merchant of record, so sellers can focus on creating rather than managing infrastructure.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- No monthly fees — only pay when you make a sale
- Extremely simple setup with minimal learning curve
- Built-in Gumroad Discover marketplace for organic customer discovery
- Handles sales tax and VAT compliance as merchant of record
- Pay-what-you-want pricing option maximizes revenue
Key Features
Digital Product Hosting
Upload and sell any digital file type including ebooks, software, music, videos, and design assets
Instant Delivery
Automatic file delivery to customers immediately after purchase with secure download links
Pay-What-You-Want Pricing
Let customers choose their own price above a minimum, maximizing revenue from willing buyers
Memberships & Subscriptions
Offer recurring subscription products with gated content and tiered membership levels
Workflow Automation
Automate post-purchase actions like email sequences, license key generation, and content dripping
Email Marketing
Built-in email broadcasts and automated sequences to engage customers and drive repeat sales
Analytics Dashboard
Track sales, traffic sources, conversion rates, and revenue trends from a central dashboard
Pricing
Gumroad
0/month
- No monthly fee
- 10% + $0.50 per transaction
- Unlimited products
- Instant file delivery
- Email marketing
Best For
Independent Creator Storefront
Sell ebooks, art, music, or design assets directly to fans without managing a full e-commerce site
Software Distribution
Distribute software with automatic license key generation and secure file delivery
Digital Art & Design Sales
Sell illustrations, fonts, templates, presets, and other creative assets with instant download
Membership Content
Offer paid memberships with recurring billing for exclusive content, tutorials, or communities
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