Understanding Fees on SoundSeam
We believe in transparency. This means no hidden charges, no surprises. Every transaction on SoundSeam involves two types of fees: platform fees and payment processing fees. Here’s how they work:
Platform Fee
- Free Plan: SoundSeam takes a 5% platform fee on each sale you make.
- Pro & Premium Plans: No platform fees. You keep 100% of the sale amount (minus payment processing fees).
Example:
If you sell a beat for $30 on the Free Plan, SoundSeam deducts $1.50 (5%) as the platform fee.
Payment Processing Fees
SoundSeam uses trusted payment partners to securely handle two steps for every transaction:
- Collecting the buyer’s payment
- Delivering your payout
Here’s the breakdown of what they charge (and what you pay):
- 2.9% + $0.30 of the sale amount for card processing
- $0.25 flat fee if your payout stays within the U.S.
- 2% fee (capped at $20) when your payout crosses borders
We pass these fees through to you exactly as we receive them. We don't markup your earnings, and there are no hidden add-ons. The fee you see is the fee we pay.
Example Calculation
If you sell a beat for $50:
- Card processing: $1.75 (2.9% of $50) + $0.30 = $2.05
- U.S. payout: $0.25
- Total processing fees: $2.30
- If you’re on the Free plan, add a $2.50 platform fee (5%)
Your earnings:
- Free plan: $50 - $2.30 - $2.50 = $45.20
- Pro plan: $50 - $2.30 = $47.70
Why these fees?
These costs cover secure payment collection and global payout delivery. They’re standard across online payment systems and ensure you get paid quickly and safely anywhere in the world.