Payhip

Payhip is an e-commerce platform that makes it incredibly simple to sell digital products, memberships, and physical goods directly to your fans. It is widely used by creators to sell eBooks, software, design assets, and music. Users can embed the checkout cart directly into their existing website or use Payhip's storefront builder.

One of Payhip's strongest features is its automated handling of EU VAT, which is a major headache for digital sellers. Payhip detects the buyer's location and applies the correct tax automatically. It is a legitimate and user-friendly solution for monetizing digital content with instant payouts.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. specific fees?

Payhip offers a free forever plan that charges a 5% transaction fee on sales. There are also paid monthly plans ($29/mo or $99/mo) that lower this transaction fee to 2% or 0%, respectively. Standard payment processor fees (PayPal/Stripe) still apply.

2. How do I get paid?

You are paid instantly and directly to your PayPal or Stripe account the moment a sale is made. Payhip does not hold your money or enforce a payout schedule. This is excellent for cash flow management.

3. Does it handle taxes?

Yes, Payhip automatically calculates, collects, and reports EU and UK VAT on digital goods. This is a critical feature for compliance with international tax laws, saving you from needing expensive accounting software.

4. What can I sell?

You can sell digital downloads (PDFs, videos, audio), physical products, coaching services, and recurring memberships. You can also sell software license keys, which Payhip can generate and distribute automatically upon purchase.

5. Is there a limit on file size?

Payhip is very generous with file limits, allowing you to upload files up to 5GB in size. This is sufficient for most high-quality video courses, software bundles, or high-resolution art packs.