Shopify seller fees
Own store (not a marketplace) · snapshot June 2026
Shopify charges sellers: 0% marketplace commission; payment processing 2.4%-2.9% + $0.30. No marketplace cut. With Shopify Payments: 2.9% + $0.30 (Basic) down to 2.4% + $0.30 (Advanced). Using a 3rd-party gateway adds a 0.2%-2.0% Shopify surcharge. On a $50 sale the total marketplace take is ~3.5% (about $1.75). Snapshot June 2026 - marketplaces change fees; verify on the official fee page before relying on these figures.
Source: Shopify pricing. Data as of June 2026.
Business-finance note: these are general fee figures, not a quote. Your real cost depends on category, plan, region, shipping/tax treatment and optional add-ons. Always confirm on the marketplace's official fee page. See our disclaimer.
Shopify fee breakdown
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic plan | $29/mo + 2.9% + $0.30 |
| Shopify plan | $79/mo + 2.6% + $0.30 |
| Advanced plan | $399/mo + 2.4% + $0.30 |
| Marketplace commission | $0 (you own the store) |
| 3rd-party gateway surcharge | 0.2%-2.0% extra |
Source: Shopify pricing.
Key points
- Shopify is your own store, not a marketplace, so there is no referral/commission cut.
- With Shopify Payments you pay only card processing: 2.9% + $0.30 (Basic) down to 2.4% + $0.30 (Advanced).
- Using an external payment gateway adds a Shopify transaction surcharge of 0.2%-2.0%.
- You provide your own traffic (ads, SEO, social) — there is no built-in marketplace audience.
Shopify at a glance
| Fee factor | Shopify |
|---|---|
| Type | Own store (not a marketplace) |
| Pricing model | Monthly plan + payment-processing transaction fee |
| Selling / commission fee | 0% marketplace commission; payment processing 2.4%-2.9% + $0.30 |
| Per-order fixed fee | None |
| Per-item minimum | None |
| Payment processing | 2.9% + $0.30 |
| Listing fee | None |
| Monthly fee | $29.00/mo |
| Effective fee on a $50 sale | ~3.5% (about $1.75) |
| Best for | Building your own branded storefront where you own the customer; no per-sale commission but you supply the traffic. |
Source: Shopify pricing. Data as of June 2026.
Pros & cons for sellers
Where Shopify works for sellers
- No per-sale marketplace commission; you keep the brand and customer data.
- Processing rate drops on higher plans.
- Full control of storefront, upsells and email list.
Watch-outs
- Monthly subscription regardless of sales.
- You must drive your own traffic.
- Penalty surcharge for not using Shopify Payments.
Accuracy note: Processing % depends on plan and uses Shopify Payments. Rates differ outside the US and for in-person POS sales.
Shopify vs other marketplaces
How Shopify compares with other marketplaces on the fee a seller pays:
| Marketplace | Seller fee | Effective fee ($50 sale) |
|---|---|---|
| Shopify (this marketplace) | 0% marketplace commission; payment processing 2.4%-2.9% + $0.30 | ~3.5% |
| Amazon | 8% to 45% by category (most categories 15%) | ~15.0% |
| eBay | 12.7% to 15.3% by category | ~14.4% |
| Etsy | 6.5% transaction fee (all categories) | ~10.0% |
| Walmart Marketplace | 6% to 15% by category (most categories 15%) | ~15.0% |
| Poshmark | $2.95 flat under $15; 20% on sales $15 and over | ~20.0% |
Frequently asked questions
What fees does Shopify charge sellers?
Shopify uses monthly plan + payment-processing transaction fee. Headline: 0% marketplace commission; payment processing 2.4%-2.9% + $0.30. No marketplace cut. With Shopify Payments: 2.9% + $0.30 (Basic) down to 2.4% + $0.30 (Advanced). Using a 3rd-party gateway adds a 0.2%-2.0% Shopify surcharge. snapshot June 2026 - verify on the official fee page.
How much does Shopify take from a $50 sale?
On a $50 sale, Shopify takes roughly $1.75 (~3.5%), before any optional add-ons or fulfillment. Snapshot June 2026 - marketplaces change fees; verify on the official fee page before relying on these figures.
Does Shopify charge a monthly or listing fee?
Monthly: $29.00/mo. Basic $29/mo (2.9% + 30c), Shopify $79/mo (2.6% + 30c), Advanced $399/mo (2.4% + 30c). No listing fee.
What should sellers watch for on Shopify?
Watch-outs: Monthly subscription regardless of sales.; You must drive your own traffic.; Penalty surcharge for not using Shopify Payments.. Processing % depends on plan and uses Shopify Payments. Rates differ outside the US and for in-person POS sales.
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Source & accuracy
Figures are a dated snapshot from Shopify pricing (snapshot June 2026). Marketplace fees change frequently and vary by category, plan, region and add-ons — verify current fees on the official page before relying on them. This is an informational comparison, not a quote. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-29