How the Fee Works
The platform fee is added on top of the producer’s price—not deducted from it.Example
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Producer’s listed price | $100.00 |
| Platform fee (15%) | $15.00 |
| Total you pay | $115.00 |
- You pay $115.00
- The producer receives $100.00
- BeatPass receives $15.00
Producers set their own prices and receive 100% of their listed price. The platform fee is a separate charge added at checkout.
Why We Charge a Fee
The platform fee supports:- Platform development — Building and improving BeatPass features
- Infrastructure — Servers, storage, and technical operations
- Secure payments — Safe payment processing for all transactions
- Support services — Customer and producer support
- Community features — Beat requests, messaging, and discovery tools
Fee Transparency
What You See
When purchasing a beat:- Product page — Shows the producer’s price
- Checkout — Shows price + platform fee = total
- Invoice — Itemized breakdown of charges
No Hidden Fees
The 15% platform fee is the only additional charge. There are no hidden processing fees or surprise charges.Who Pays the Fee
| Party | What They Pay |
|---|---|
| Buyer (You) | Producer’s price + 15% platform fee |
| Producer | Nothing—receives full listed price |
Fee on Different Purchases
The platform fee applies to:- Beat purchases — Individual track licenses
- Exclusive purchases — Exclusive rights to beats
Subscriptions
The platform fee does not apply to subscription payments. Subscription pricing is fixed and inclusive.Comparison to Other Platforms
BeatPass’s fee structure differs from some platforms where fees are deducted from the seller’s earnings:| Platform Type | How Fee Works | Producer Gets |
|---|---|---|
| BeatPass | Fee added on top | 100% of listed price |
| Other platforms | Fee deducted | Less than listed price |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the fee added on top instead of deducted?
Why is the fee added on top instead of deducted?
This approach ensures producers receive exactly what they set as their price. There’s no guesswork about take-home earnings—a 100 for the producer.
Is the fee negotiable?
Is the fee negotiable?
The platform fee is fixed at 15% for all transactions. This consistent rate keeps pricing transparent and predictable.
Does the fee apply to all currencies?
Does the fee apply to all currencies?
Yes. The 15% fee applies regardless of the currency used (USD, EUR, GBP, CAD).
Are there any discounts on the fee?
Are there any discounts on the fee?
The platform fee is consistent across all transactions. Any promotions or discounts would be reflected in the producer’s listed price, not the platform fee.
Example Calculations
| Listed Price | Platform Fee (15%) | You Pay |
|---|---|---|
| $20 | $3 | $23 |
| $50 | $7.50 | $57.50 |
| $100 | $15 | $115 |
| $200 | $30 | $230 |
| $500 | $75 | $575 |