How Much Does Shopify Take Per Sale in 2024?

On top of your monthly subscription fees for Shopify’s software, you’ll be charged credit card processing fees on each transaction.

Plus, there may be extra transaction fees to pay if you’re not using Shopify Payments (the integrated Shopify payment processor).

How much does Shopify take per sale? That might sound like an odd question. As a SaaS (Software as a service) platform, Shopify doesn’t take a cut of your profits in the same was as certain marketplaces like Ebay or Depop. However it does charge fees.

So, how much will you pay? It all depends on your chosen Shopify plan, and your payment gateway.

Understanding Shopify Fees

If you’re wondering how much Shopify takes from you for each sale, you’ll first need to understand Shopify’s fees.

You’re probably already familiar with Shopify’s monthly subscription fees, ranging from $29 to $299 (paid annually). If you’re not, I’ve outlined everything you need to know here.

However, these fees only allow you to access Shopify’s platform and various features. Whenever you make a sale with Shopify, you’ll also need to pay payment processing fees. These fees vary depending on two things: the type of transaction (such as online or in store), and your Shopify plan.

All payment processing solutions charge fees on credit card transactions, as this pays for the cost of a payment gateway connecting to the banks and credit card companies that facilitate transactions.

Shopify’s payment processing fees are actually pretty competitive, and they have the added benefit of dropping lower as you upgrade your Shopify subscription.

On top of that, there are other fees to consider, such as:

Transaction fees (Charged when you don’t use Shopify Payments): 0.15% to 2% Domain registration fees Fees for apps and integrations Fees for specialist Shopify Services Shipping fees Point of sale software fees (for Shopify POS Pro) Conversion fees for international sales How Much Does Shopify Take Per Sale?

So, how much does Shopify take per sale? If we’re focusing just on the payment processing fees and transaction fees charged by the platform, this varies depending on the plan you choose.

The more expensive your plan, the less you’ll pay for both card processing, and transaction rates.

Shopify’s Payment Processing Fees

Shopify’s Payment processing fees get lower the more you spend on your subscription plan. There are even special processing rates available for companies using Shopify Plus.

Shopify Basic ($29-$39 per month): 2.9% plus 30 cents for online transactions, or 2.7% plus 0 cents for in-store transactions, per sale. Shopify ($79-$105 per month): 2.6% plus 30 cents for online transactions, or 2.5% plus 0 cents for in-store transactions, per sale. Shopify Advanced ($229-$399 per month): 2.4% plus 30 cents for online transactions, or 2.4 plus 0 cents for in-store transactions, per sale. Shopify Plus (Starting at $2,300): 2.15% plus 30 cents for online transactions, or variable fees for in-store transactions, per sale. Shopify’s Transaction Fees

The transaction fees charged by Shopify are added on top of the payment processing fees charged by your third-party payment gateway if you choose to use something other than Shopify payments. These fees also vary depending on your plan:

Shopify Basic: 2% Shopify: 1% Shopify Advanced: 0.5% Shopify Plus: 0.15%

You can eliminate these fees entirely by using Shopify Payments as your payment processor, which is something I recommend to most ecommerce vendors.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) How much does Shopify take per sale on the Basic plan?

On the Basic plan, Shopify will charge 2.9% plus 30 cents for each online transaction through Shopify Payments, or 2.7% for each in-store transaction. If you use a third-party payment processor, you’ll pay 2% of the value of each sale to Shopify, on top of your vendor’s payment processing fees.

How much does Shopify take per sale on the Shopify plan?

Shopify charges 2.6% plus 30 cents on every online sale processed through Shopify Payments with the Shopify plan, or 2.5% for in-store transactions. The transaction fee for using a third-party payment gateway is reduced to 1% here (on top of the processing rates charged by your vendor).

How much does Shopify take per sale on the Advanced plan?

On Shopify’s Advanced plan, you’ll pay 2.4% plus 30 cents for online transactions, and 2.4% for in-store transactions processed through Shopify Payments. If you choose a third-party payment gateway, there’s a transaction fee of 0.5% to pay on top of the credit card processing rates of your vendor.

How much does Shopify take per sale on the Plus plan?

Payment processing fees for companies using Shopify Payments with Shopify Plus vary depending on your location. In the US, online transactions incur fees of 2.15% plus 30 cents. In-store processing fees can be as low as 1.6% plus a fixed rate. The transaction fees for using an external payment processor drop to 0.15%.

Are there hidden fees with Shopify?

Technically, Shopify doesn’t have any “hidden” fees, but there are costs you might overlook, such as the price for payment processing, transaction fees (when using a third-party payment gateway), domain registration fees, and extra service or shipping fees. You may also need to pay monthly fees for any apps or integrations you use.

How can I avoid transaction fees on Shopify?

You can avoid paying transaction fees on Shopify by using Shopify Payments as your primary payment gateway. This doesn’t eliminate your credit card processing fees, but it does mean you won’t have to pay extra to use a third-party gateway.

What are the fees for international sales on Shopify?

Shopify can charge conversion fees on international sales, which vary depending on your location. For instance, in the US, you’ll pay 1.5% for currency conversions. In all other regions that support Shopify Payments (the proprietary gateway), the rate is 2%.

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