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Platform Fees

Understanding how Panels Store fees work is essential for calculating your actual earnings and setting sustainable prices.

Fee Structure Overview​

Panels Store uses a transparent fee model with two main components:

  1. Platform Fee: 20% of your set price
  2. Operative costs: $0.40 flat fee added to your comic price
How It Works

The final store price is your set price + $0.40 operative costs. Operative costs cover transaction fees, file storage, and distribution.

Detailed Breakdown​

Here's what happens with every sale:

Your Set Price: $5.00
├─ Operative costs (added): +$0.40
│  └─ Buyer Pays: $5.40
│
└─ Platform Fee (20%): -$1.00
   └─ You Receive: $4.00

Pricing Examples​

Here are real-world examples showing different price points:

Your PriceOperative costsStore PricePlatform Fee (20%)You Receive*
$0.99$0.40$1.39$0.20$0.79
$1.99$0.40$2.39$0.40$1.59
$2.99$0.40$3.39$0.60$2.39
$3.99$0.40$4.39$0.80$3.19
$4.99$0.40$5.39$1.00$3.99
$7.99$0.40$8.39$1.60$6.39
$9.99$0.40$10.39$2.00$7.99
$12.99$0.40$13.39$2.60$10.39

*Additional payout fees (0.5% with $4 minimum) apply when transferring to your bank account.

No Hidden Fees​

Panels Store commits to transparency:

  • ✅ No listing fees
  • ✅ No monthly subscription costs
  • ✅ No additional transaction fees beyond what's stated
  • ✅ No fees for updating content or metadata
  • ✅ No fees for customer support
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The only fees you pay are the 20% platform fee on sales and the payout processing fees when transferring money to your bank.

Frequently Asked Questions​

Can I adjust my prices to offset the platform fee?​

Yes! You're free to set any price. Many creators factor in fees when determining their base price.

Are fees the same for all currencies?​

Yes, the 20% platform fee and $0.40 processing fee (converted to your currency) apply universally.

Do I pay fees on refunds?​

If a refund is issued, the fees are returned proportionally. You won't lose money on fees for refunded transactions.

What if I offer free comics?​

Free comics ($0.00) have no transaction and no fees since there's no payment to process.