Memberful fee calculator
See what you actually keep on Memberful. Published fee: $49/mo + 4.9% transaction fee. Verified Jun 2026.
Estimates use each platform’s published fee; payment-processing costs and taxes are not included.
Worked examples on Memberful
| Amount | Estimated fee | You keep (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| $100.00 | $4.90 | $95.10 |
| $500.00 | $24.50 | $475.50 |
| $1,000.00 | $49.00 | $951.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $245.00 | $4,755.00 |
Based on: $49/mo + 4.9% transaction fee. Ranges reflect tiered or category-dependent fees.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Memberful take in fees?
Memberful's published fee is: $49/mo + 4.9% transaction fee. Fees can vary by category, seller level, or country — always check the platform's current pricing page.
How much do I keep from $1,000 on Memberful?
Based on the published fee, you would keep approximately $951.00 from a $1,000 sale or project on Memberful — before payment-processing costs and taxes.
How does Memberful pay out?
Memberful pays via: Stripe.
Is this calculator official?
No — it is an independent estimate by FreelanceSites.net based on Memberful's published fee at the time we last verified it. Actual fees can differ by region, category, promotions, and payment method.