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Gumroad vs WooCommerce
Gumroad and WooCommerce both help you sell online. Gumroad is best for selling digital downloads; WooCommerce is best for shops that already run WordPress.
| Feature |  Gumroad |  WooCommerce |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Sell digital products | Store plugin for WordPress |
| Pricing | Fee per sale | Free |
| Free to start | No | Yes |
| Best for | Selling digital downloads | Shops that already run WordPress |
| Jobs it does | Sell online | Sell online |
| Often used by | Tuition and training, Freelancers and agencies | Shops and online stores |
Why pick Gumroad
- Best for selling digital downloads
- Often used by tuition and training and freelancers and agencies
Gumroad sells digital products such as e-books, courses and templates. It takes a fee per sale instead of a monthly plan.
Why pick WooCommerce
- Best for shops that already run WordPress
- You can start for free (Gumroad: fee per sale)
- Often used by shops and online stores
WooCommerce adds a store to a WordPress site. The plugin is free; hosting and some extensions cost money.
Questions people ask
- Is Gumroad or WooCommerce better for a small business?
- It depends on the job. Gumroad and WooCommerce both help you sell online. Gumroad is best for selling digital downloads; WooCommerce is best for shops that already run WordPress.
- Is Gumroad or WooCommerce free?
- Gumroad: Fee per sale. WooCommerce: Free. Prices change, so check both sites before you sign up.
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