Understanding Mainstack Pricing by Product

Understanding Mainstack Pricing by Product




At Mainstack, we empower creators and entrepreneurs with transparent and flexible pricing that allows them to launch and scale their business. 
Each of our five products has its pricing structure designed to match how you use it. Here's a breakdown of our fees by product, including platform and card processing charges.

Product Pricing Breakdown

A versatile one-page site builder that is perfect for creators, businesses and digital brands.
Pricing Plans:
  • Free Plan: Get started at no cost with essential features.
  • Pro Plan: Unlock advanced customization and tools designed for users who need the full suite. Starts at $7.99 per month
  • Plus Plan: For an extra advantage. Starts at $15.99 per month.
No platform fees on Link in Bio. You only pay for the plan you subscribe to (if you’re upgrading).

2. Storefront

For selling digital products and services with ease.
  • Platform Fee: 3% per transaction
  • Card Processing Fee: Not included in the 3% (it is charged separately by our payment partners)
Mainstack earns only when you do. The platform fees are deducted from successful sales.

Click here to learn more about the Storefront pricing.

3. Bookings

For offering paid or free sessions, consultations, or services.
  • Platform Fee: 3% per transaction
  • Card Processing Fee: Separate from the platform fee, charged by our payment partners
Whether you’re a coach or consultant, you keep most of what you earn.

4. Hosted Courses

Helps creators monetize their knowledge with on-demand or recorded classes.
  • Platform Fee: 3% per transaction
  • Card Processing Fee: Separate from the platform fee, collected by our payment providers
No hidden fees. You only pay when your courses sell.

5. Invoicing

For sending professional invoices and collecting payments globally.
  • Platform Fee: $0. Yes! No Mainstack fee
  • Card Processing Fee: Only the standard payment processing fee from our partners
Keep 100% of what you earn, minus standard card processing charges.


Quick Summary


Product

Platform fee

Card Processing Fee

Subscription Fee

Storefront

3%

Yes (charged by partners)

Free

Bookings

3%

Yes (charged by partners)

Free

Link In Bio

None

Only applicable to Get Tipped transactions

For Pro & Plus Plans

Hosted Courses

3%

Yes (charged by partners)

Free

Invoicing

None

Yes (charged by partners)

Free



FAQs

  1. What is a platform fee?
    It’s a small percentage that Mainstack collects per successful sale or transaction to help us maintain and improve the platform.
  1. What are card processing fees?
    These are standard fees charged by our payment partners to securely handle card payments. They vary slightly based on region and payment method.
  2. Are there hidden charges?
    No. All fees are listed above, and you’ll always see a full breakdown in your dashboard.
  3. How do I get a custom fee? Send us an email.

If you have further questions, reach out to us at support@mainstack.app or via live chat in your dashboard.


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