Sell magazines online (fast setup + instant pay)

Sell digital magazine subscriptions & issues

If you have always dreamed about having your own magazine, then there’s no better time to start than now!

Many publishers have built their stores on Sellfy to sell their magazines online. We have magazine sellers in a wide variety of niches ranging from fashion to music to very specific sports. And we want you to start as well.
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When the inspiration hits you we don't want technical struggles holding you back. That's why Sellfy has dozens of features that make selling your digital magazines so much easier than trying to get noticed by a national publication. Take charge and earn an income creating the content you love!

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With Sellfy you can sell magazines as individual issues or as subscriptions.

After your store is ready, you can choose to link to your products hosted on Sellfy (sellfy.com/product/) or to embed them on your own site.
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Sellfy platform takes care of all the details of opening an online store. Our platform is super intuitive and only takes 5 minutes to set up.

That said, once you’re ready, you will be able to take advantage of our premium features like built-in email marketing, custom discounts and even upselling (works like magic) to help you sell as many digital magazines as you can.

Why Sellfy is the best solution for digital magazines?

Intuitive Interface

We offer a super intuitive interface that makes creating your own store easier than ever. Our interface takes care of all the technical details so you won’t have to. All you need to worry about is creating an amazing magazine.

Instant payouts

After you sell your magazine online, with Sellfy, you can get instant payouts. You won’t ever have to wait to receive your money when you use PayPal or Stripe.

Set your subscription price timeframe

With Sellfy, you can set your magazine’s subscription price to a certain time frame. You will be able to offer subscription discounts, coupons, and more to entice customers to subscribe.

Email marketing

So you don’t have to purchase expensive third-party software, we have email marketing features built into our platform. From Sellfy, you can send out announcements and newsletters as part of your marketing campaigns.

Unlimited products

Sellfy doesn’t limit the number of products you can list. This means you can create as many issues of your magazine that you want without having to worry about having enough space! There is no limit to your creativity.

Embed anywhere

You can embed your store anywhere your customers are including your website, Youtube, and Instagram. Make sure every potential customer can see the great content you are creating!

Here's what other sellers say about Sellfy

Sorelle Amore

Filmmaker/photographer

I went with Sellfy because all of my friends spoke of Sellfy really highly. It was easy for me to understand and easy to work with. I love their service.

FGD

Designer

For FGD Sellfy is everything! We have all our assets exclusive here nowhere else. This helps us to keep everything in the same place and not spread around the web, Sellfy provides all the services we need!

Mauro's films

‍Visual storyteller

Really satisfied with the whole store, customization abilities, and really fast check-outs. The added upsell and discount coupons help to boost even more sales!

FAQ

What is Sellfy?

Essentially, Sellfy is an easy-to-use eCommerce solution for creators and small businesses looking to sell digital content, including magazines, and/or physical products online in the smoothest way possible. We're a great option for anyone wanting to sell online as Sellfy gives you a visually stunning website in no time.

How can I sell my magazines?

With Sellfy, you can start selling magazines online from a fully hosted and customizable storefront. Before subscribing, you can try Sellfy for free. You can upload products, customize your store and try different features without committing to a paid plan. Then, you can choose a plan that fits your needs.

How do I sell my digital subscription?

With Sellfy, you can easily sell digital subscription products to fans. Subscription products are digital products that are offered on a periodic basis. You can offer weekly, monthly, and yearly magazine subscriptions. All you have to do is add the files, choose the recurring cost and select a renewal interval.

How do I market my digital magazine?

There are many ways to market your product. For example, you can start with a pay-what-you-want pricing scheme so that your readers can decide how much they want to pay. You should also try diversifying distribution channels to get more exposure and promoting every issue before the launch date.

How much do magazines sell for?

Most digital magazines are usually priced anywhere between $5-20. Pricing digital products can be problematic, but the first rule is to always include production expenses and desired profit in the price. Remember to always use a value-based pricing model and don’t be afraid to start with a higher price.

How do I make a magazine template?

There are various graphic design tools that can help you create a layout for your magazine. If you have some design experience you will find tools like Adobe Illustrator very helpful. But, if you’re looking for free solutions that are suitable for beginners, you may turn to Canva or Flipsnack.

How many magazines can I sell from my Sellfy store?

You can sell as many magazines (or any other products) as you like. We support single file uploads of up to 10 GB. Files larger than that can be compressed. When you create products with multiple files, you can upload up to 50 files of sizes up to 10 GB.

How do readers purchase and read my magazine?

Right after finalizing the transaction, your customer will be redirected to a download page. By clicking on the link, he’ll be able to download your magazine. The same download link will also be emailed to your customers. It’s important to remember that every download link has only five download attempts.

Are there any promotional tools available at Sellfy?

Yes, there are many. For example, the discounts and coupon feature allows you to slash prices on your products and issue promotional codes. There’s also a built-in email marketing tool for running email campaigns, sending product updates, and more. Plus, there’s an upsell and abandoned cart feature available as well.

I still have questions. Can I talk to someone?

Yes, absolutely. If you have any questions or concerns you’re more than welcome to contact our support team at [email protected]. You can also check out Sellfy’s Help Center to find answers to the most common questions from our creators and read our blog to get insightful marketing tips.

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