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Does Weebly take a percentage of sales?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 4:30 am

In theory, Weebly should not take a percentage of sales. Their business model is predicated on users building their own websites, which should not involve any outside financial interest.

However, in practice, Weebly does take a percentage of sales – and it can be a significant chunk.

A study by The Guardian found that Weebly takes an average of 29% of sales. This means that for every $100 of sales, Weebly takes $29.

This can be a significant burden for small businesses, as it means that they must dedicate a large amount of money to Weebly’s services in order to make any real money.

PRO TIP: Yes, Weebly takes a 3% transaction fee on all sales made through Weebly. This fee is automatically deducted from your total sales.

Additionally, Weebly charges businesses for features that are not essential for website creation. For example, Weebly charges businesses for a “customer relationship management” feature, which is not necessary for website creation.

This means that businesses have to spend additional money on features that they do not need in order to make their website more profitable.

Overall, Weebly’s business model is harmful to businesses of all sizes. It is important to note that not all Weebly users are affected by this issue, as some businesses may be able to negotiate lower rates with Weebly.

However, for businesses that do not have the resources to negotiate lower rates, Weebly’s 29% rate can be a significant barrier to entry.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.