Money guides · 4 min read
Can you sell digital products without an audience? Start with a small test.
A practical first-customer experiment for a digital download, with clear limits on what traffic, interest and a purchase prove.
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Practical money guides, honest platform research, and things worth buying. For people who want to do a little better—without the noise.
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Money guides · 4 min read
PDF or spreadsheet: which format should your digital template use?
Choose a file format from the customer's task, then check printing, editing, formulas and the instructions buyers need.
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How to calculate digital product profit after refunds
An original worked example that separates sales, refunded revenue, returned fees and cash left after costs.
Read the guidePlatforms · 4 min read
Gumroad direct vs Discover fees: what the difference means
A $10 order example and an acquisition-cost calculation to help you compare direct and marketplace sales without confusing them.
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Gumroad vs Payhip for a $5 download: compare the right costs
Compare published platform fees on inexpensive downloads, then check processing, refunds and how buyers find your product.
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Five checks before you trust an earning platform
Check identity, eligibility, payout conditions, payment demands and the evidence behind user reports.
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