Understanding Dribbble Project Fees
At Dribbble, we strive to keep our fees transparent and competitive. We are proud to offer some of the lowest fees of any marketplace, reflecting our commitment to providing high-quality service for both designers and clients. This article aims to clarify the fees associated with Dribbble Projects and help you understand how they are applied.
Overview of Dribbble Project Fees
Project Cost and Client Platform Fees
Fees | Percentage | What is it? |
Project Cost | - | This is the total amount agreed upon by the designer and client for the work to be completed. It is specified in the Project Proposal. |
Designer Platform Fee | 3.5% or 0% for annual Pro members. | This fee is deducted from the designer's payout. |
Client Platform Fee | Starting at 2% + $2 for orders under $100 USD | Added to the Project Cost and clearly displayed at checkout. |
Payment Processing Fee | 2.9% + 30 cents | Added to the total cost (project cost + fees) and is clearly displayed at checkout. |
To keep fees manageable, we offer reduced fees for project budgets over a certain amount.
Client Platform Fee | Project Cost |
5% | $0-$500 |
3.5% | $501-$1,000 |
2% | $1,001+ |
Fee Examples
To provide a clearer picture, here are a few examples illustrating how these fees are applied:
Example 1: Project Cost of $500
Project Cost: $500
Designer Platform Fee: 3.5% of $500 = $17.50 (deducted from designer’s payout)
Client Platform Fee: 5% of $500 = $25 (added to client’s payment)
Stripe Processing Fee: 2.9% of $500 + $0.30 = $14.80 (added to client’s payment)
💳 Total Cost for Client: $500 + $25 + $14.80 = $539.80
💰Designer Payout: $500 - $17.50 = $482.50
🤑Pro Designer Payout*: $500 (full project cost, no platform fee deducted)
Example 2: Project Cost of $75
Project Cost: $75
Designer Platform Fee: 3.5% of $75 = $2.63 (deducted from designer’s payout)
Client Platform Fee: 5% of $75 + $2.00 = $5.75 (added to client’s payment)
Stripe Processing Fee: 2.9% of $75 + $0.30 = $2.43 (added to client’s payment)
💳 Total Cost for Client: $75 + $5.75 + $2.43 = $83.18
💰Designer Payout: $75 - $2.63 = $72.37
🤑Pro Designer Payout*: $75 (full project cost, no platform fee deducted)
We hope this breakdown of our fees helps you understand the costs associated with Dribbble Projects. Our aim is to ensure transparency and fairness so you can move forward with confidence.
If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Support team. We’re here to help make your project experience as smooth as possible.
*Only designers with an active annual Pro subscription are eligible for the reduced Designer Platform Fee. Please note that Pro status does not influence the Client Platform Fee or any other associated fees.