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Gumroad vs Shopify
Gumroad and Shopify both help you sell online. Gumroad is best for selling digital downloads; Shopify is best for shops that plan to grow online.
| Feature |  Gumroad |  Shopify |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Sell digital products | Online store platform |
| Pricing | Fee per sale | Free trial |
| Free to start | No | No |
| Best for | Selling digital downloads | Shops that plan to grow online |
| 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 Shopify
- Best for shops that plan to grow online
- Often used by shops and online stores
Shopify runs online stores with checkout, payments, shipping, apps and a point-of-sale option for physical shops.
Questions people ask
- Is Gumroad or Shopify better for a small business?
- It depends on the job. Gumroad and Shopify both help you sell online. Gumroad is best for selling digital downloads; Shopify is best for shops that plan to grow online.
- Is Gumroad or Shopify free?
- Gumroad: Fee per sale. Shopify: Free trial. Prices change, so check both sites before you sign up.
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