Substack fees on $25
Substack fees
$3.71
You receive
$21.29
To receive $25, charge
$29.28
On a $25 membership payment, Substack charges substack fee of $2.50, stripe card processing of $0.73, stripe fixed fee of $0.30, stripe billing (recurring) of $0.18 for a total of $3.71, an effective rate of 14.84%. Change the options below to see other scenarios.
You receive
$21.29
Fee breakdown
- Substack fee−$2.50
- Stripe card processing−$0.73
- Stripe fixed fee−$0.30
- Stripe Billing (recurring)−$0.18
Frequently asked questions
How much does Substack take from $25?
Substack takes $3.71 from a $25 membership payment with default settings in the US, leaving you $21.29.
How much should I charge to receive $25 after Substack fees?
Charge $29.28. Substack's fees on that amount are $4.28, so you receive $25.
What percentage does Substack take from $25?
14.84%. Because some fees are fixed per transaction, the percentage is higher on small amounts and lower on large ones.
Substack fees on other amounts
Other platforms' fees on $25
Good to know
- Stripe fees are charged by Stripe, not Substack. Annual plans pay the fixed $0.30 once a year instead of monthly.
Based on published US rates, reviewed September 26, 2026. Fees change often, so confirm on the official page before relying on them.
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