Creators Keep 95%
One of the lowest transaction fees in self-publishing. Free to sign up. Free to publish. The platform takes 5% only on paid transactions.
How StarScript compares
Most creator platforms take 10-30% before payment processing. StarScript takes 5%, full stop.
| Platform | Creator share | Platform cut | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| StarScript | 95% | 5% | No listing fees, no monthly fee to publish |
| Patreon (Pro) | ~88% | 8% + payment processing | Memberships only |
| Substack | ~87% | 10% + payment processing | Newsletters / subscriptions |
| Gumroad | ~90% | 10% + payment processing | Direct sales |
| App Store / Google Play | 70-85% | 15-30% | Mobile in-app purchases |
| Bandcamp (digital) | ~85% | 15% (digital) | Music only |
| Amazon KDP | 35% or 70% | 30% or 65% | Books only, band depends on price |
Comparison figures are directional and reflect public pricing for standard creator paths as of 2026. Each platform may offer different tiers or promotional rates; check their current pricing pages for exact terms.
Pricing questions
How much does StarScript cost?
StarScript is free to sign up and free to publish. The platform takes a 5% commission on paid transactions, and creators keep the remaining 95% of revenue.
Are there listing or upload fees?
No. There are no listing fees, no per-upload fees, and no monthly fee to publish. The only fee is the 5% platform commission applied at the time of a paid transaction.
Are payment processing fees included in the 5%?
No. Standard card processing fees (typically 2.9% + $0.30 in the US) are deducted by the payment processor before the 95/5 split — these are the same fees every creator platform passes through. For fans who support multiple creators, StarDust Coins offer a bulk pre-purchase option that consolidates card processing into one charge, so fewer per-transaction processing fees are paid overall.
Why are StarScript fees so low compared to other platforms?
StarScript was built creator-first. Most competing platforms take 10-30% to fund large sales and marketing organizations. By keeping operations lean and consolidating book, music, comic, podcast, video, and membership tooling into one product, we can sustain a 95% creator share.
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