Podia fee calculator
See what you actually keep on Podia. Published fee: Plans from $49/mo ($42/mo yearly), 5% transaction fee on Mover, 0% on Shaker and Earthquaker, plus 2.9% + 30c processing. Verified Oct 2026.
Estimates use each platform’s published fee; payment-processing costs and taxes are not included.
Worked examples on Podia
| Amount | Estimated fee | You keep (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| $100.00 | $0.00 – $5.00 | $95.00 – $100.00 |
| $500.00 | $0.00 – $25.00 | $475.00 – $500.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $0.00 – $50.00 | $950.00 – $1,000.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $0.00 – $250.00 | $4,750.00 – $5,000.00 |
Based on: Plans from $49/mo ($42/mo yearly), 5% transaction fee on Mover, 0% on Shaker and Earthquaker, plus 2.9% + 30c processing. Ranges reflect tiered or category-dependent fees.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Podia take in fees?
Podia's published fee is: Plans from $49/mo ($42/mo yearly), 5% transaction fee on Mover, 0% on Shaker and Earthquaker, plus 2.9% + 30c processing. 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 Podia?
Based on the published fee, you would keep approximately $950.00 to $1,000.00 from a $1,000 sale or project on Podia — before payment-processing costs and taxes.
How does Podia pay out?
Podia pays via: PayPal, Stripe. Payout timing: Paid directly by Stripe or PayPal, usually reaching your bank in about 5 business days, first Stripe payout 7-14 days.
Is this calculator official?
No — it is an independent estimate by FreelanceSites.net based on Podia's published fee at the time we last verified it. Actual fees can differ by region, category, promotions, and payment method.