The biggest marketplace for website themes and templates (part of Envato) - authors sell WordPress themes, HTML templates, and UI kits, with the revenue share rising as you sell more.
ThemeForest is a template marketplace where anyone can register to start earning, and the work can be done remotely. Fees are Author share rises with lifetime sales (exclusive authors keep more) and you can withdraw via PayPal, Payoneer and Bank transfer. Founded in 2006, ThemeForest is based in Melbourne, Australia. It is available worldwide.
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What people actually earn on ThemeForest
Figures published by ThemeForest or by independent studies and surveys, as dated. Individual earnings vary widely.
Can I join ThemeForest?
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How ThemeForest compares
- ThemeForest offers 3 ways to withdraw — more than most template marketplaces we track (typical: 2).
- Founded in 2006, ThemeForest has been running for about 20 years — longer than 14 of the 17 template marketplaces we track with a known launch year.
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Is ThemeForest legit?
ThemeForest is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2006 (20 years)
- Headquartered in Melbourne, Australia
- Has a Wikipedia article
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Frequently asked questions
How much does ThemeForest charge?
ThemeForest fees: Author share rises with lifetime sales (exclusive authors keep more).
How do you get paid on ThemeForest?
ThemeForest pays out via PayPal, Payoneer and Bank transfer.
Which countries is ThemeForest available in?
Worldwide.
How much do people earn on ThemeForest?
ThemeForest shows $1,254,157,847 in community earnings and 78,938,100 items sold, a running total shared across Envato Market sites, per its homepage. Individual earnings vary widely.
Is ThemeForest legit?
Yes, ThemeForest is a real, operating platform: operating since 2006 (20 years), headquartered in Melbourne, Australia and has a Wikipedia article. As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best ThemeForest alternatives?
Similar platforms include Figma Community, Canva Creators, Webflow Marketplace and Design Cuts. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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