Publishing fee guide

Substack fee calculator

Newsletter publishing with revenue-share pricing. A planning estimate combining Substack’s revenue share with typical Stripe processing.

Source checked Substack

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Sale breakdown

USD
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Estimated fees

−$13.20

You keep

$86.80
Effective rate13.20%

Reference estimate based on 10% + processing est.. Excludes taxes, refunds, optional services, currency conversion, and special pricing.

Included in this estimate

What the math covers

  • Newsletter publishing
  • Paid subscriptions
  • Audience and discovery features

Watch the edges

What can change your result

  • Stripe processing is additional
  • Currency conversion may apply
  • Migration costs are indirect

Reference rate

10% + processing est.Fees change by country, plan, payment method, and account history. ClearFeeMath estimates are planning tools, not invoices.

Common questions

How much does Substack take?

Our baseline model uses 10% + processing est.. Actual fees can vary by country, plan, product category, payment method, and account terms.

What is included in this Substack estimate?

Newsletter publishing, Paid subscriptions, Audience and discovery features. Costs listed under “Watch the edges” are not included unless the calculator states otherwise.

Is this the exact amount Substack will charge?

No. This is a planning estimate based on the linked public pricing source. Your account statement and current Substack terms take precedence.

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