Create Prepaid Plan
Let customers pay upfront for multiple deliveries - higher revenue, lower churn.
What You'll Get
Higher upfront revenue - Customers pay for several months in advance
Reduced churn - Prepaid commitments keep customers engaged longer
Better forecasting - Prepaid orders simplify inventory planning
Customer flexibility - Recurring deliveries with one upfront payment
Best for: Consumables and repeat-use products - beauty, supplements, pet care, household goods, and more.
Quick Setup
Step 1: Create the Plan
Go to Subscribfy → Subscription Plans.
Click Create Subscription Plan
Select Prepaid Subscription
Step 2: Select Products
Choose which products to include and set purchase options:
One-time and Subscription - Customers choose between buying once or subscribing
Subscription Only - Product is exclusively sold as a subscription
Step 3: Set Shipping Price (Optional)
By default, recurring orders use your store's standard shipping rules. You can override this with a fixed shipping fee for all deliveries.
Step 4: Set Order Schedule
Configure prepaid billing and delivery:
Add Frequencies - e.g., pay for 3 months, get product each month
Selling Plan Names - Label clearly (e.g., "Subscribe Prepaid - Monthly delivery, payment every 3 months")
Billing & Delivery - Define payment period and delivery frequency
Discounts - Apply fixed ($5 off) or percentage (10% off) discounts
Important: For prepaid plans, the billing period must be a multiple of the delivery period.
Example | Valid? |
Prepaid 3 months, delivery every 1 month | Yes (3 is multiple of 1) |
Prepaid 2 months, delivery every 2 weeks | No (month is not exact multiple of weeks) |
Prepaid 1 month, delivery every 10 days | No (month is not exact multiple of 10 days) |
Tip: Use the same unit for both billing and delivery. Instead of "Prepaid 1 month, delivery every 10 days", use "Prepaid 30 days, delivery every 10 days".
Step 5: Save
Click Save to apply your changes. Your product pages will automatically update with prepaid subscription options.
What Customers See
Product page - Prepaid subscription option with total price shown
Checkout - Single payment for all included deliveries
After purchase - Deliveries ship automatically according to schedule
Customer portal - Manage subscription (pause, skip, cancel, or swap products)
FAQs
How do discounts work for prepaid subscriptions?
Add a fixed discount ($5 off) or percentage discount (10% off). Discounts apply automatically when customers select a prepaid frequency.
Will recurring orders include shipping charges?
By default, subscriptions follow your store's shipping rules. You can set a flat shipping fee for all deliveries.
Can I edit a prepaid plan after launch?
Yes. Go to Subscription Plans in your dashboard to update products, schedules, pricing, or discounts anytime.
Customize Widget on Your Theme
Want to customize how prepaid options look on your product pages? Your developer can modify the widget design to match your brand.
View Theme Integration Guide (requires developer)
