Half the transaction fees
AstroLink charges 5% per sale compared to Gumroad's 10%. On £10,000 in sales, that's £500 saved. Your money stays where it belongs -in your pocket.
Gumroad alternative
Sell digital products with half the fees -and a built-in audience page.
AstroLink charges just 5% per sale compared to Gumroad's 10%. Plus you get a fast link-in-bio page, Stripe payments, and secure downloads -all in one platform.
- 5% fees vs Gumroad's 10% -save on every sale
- Built-in link-in-bio page included (no separate tool needed)
- Stripe Connect with multi-currency support (GBP, USD, EUR)
AstroLink theme: Light
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AstroLink
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Gumroad has been the go-to platform for creators selling digital products since 2011. It's simple, reliable, and handles millions of transactions. But at 10% per sale, the fees add up fast -especially as your revenue grows. Many creators are looking for alternatives that keep more money in their pocket.
AstroLink takes a different approach: combine a fast link-in-bio page with a built-in store, charge half the fees, and let Stripe handle the payments.
AstroLink vs Gumroad
Why creators switch from Gumroad to AstroLink.
Lower fees, faster pages, and your store lives right on your bio page.
Link-in-bio included
Gumroad gives you a product storefront but no bio page. AstroLink combines a fast link-in-bio with a built-in store, so your audience finds everything in one place.
Faster for your audience
AstroLink pages load in under a second. Your products, links, and brand all live on a single page that never keeps visitors waiting.
Webhook support for automation
Connect AstroLink to Zapier, Discord bots, or custom fulfillment systems. Automate order processing, community access, and delivery workflows.
Side-by-side comparison
How AstroLink and Gumroad compare.
| Feature | AstroLink | Gumroad | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transaction Fee | 5% | 10% | Save 50% on fees |
| Monthly Fee | £5/month (Pro) | Free | Low base, lower per-sale cost |
| Link-in-Bio Page | Built-in | Not included | One platform vs two |
| Page Load Time | <1 second | 1-2 seconds | Faster buyer experience |
| Payment Provider | Stripe Connect | Gumroad Payments | Industry-standard processor |
| Multi-Currency | GBP, USD, EUR | USD (converted) | Native currency support |
| Secure Downloads | 5 downloads, 7-day expiry | Unlimited downloads | AstroLink protects files |
| Custom Checkout Fields | Yes | Limited | Collect Discord names, addresses, etc. |
| Memberships/Subscriptions | Not yet | Yes | Gumroad has more product types |
| Upsells & Bundles | Not yet | Yes | Gumroad has advanced e-commerce |
When Gumroad might be better.
We believe in honesty. Here's when Gumroad could be the right choice.
Choose Gumroad if:
- You need memberships, subscriptions, or recurring billing
- You want upsells, cross-sells, and product bundles to maximise order value
- You rely on Gumroad's built-in marketplace for product discovery
- You need affiliate programme support to let others promote your products
Choose AstroLink if:
- You want lower fees (5% vs 10%) and to keep more of your revenue
- You need a link-in-bio page and a store in one platform
- You sell straightforward digital products (files, courses, downloads)
- You want multi-currency support (GBP, USD, EUR) through Stripe
- You value fast page loads and a clean, minimal audience experience
Migration guide
Switching from Gumroad takes about fifteen minutes.
Sign up for AstroLink
Create your free account and upgrade to Pro (£5/month). No long-term commitment required.
Upload your products
Add your digital files, product descriptions, and pricing. Files up to 100MB supported.
Connect Stripe
Link your Stripe account (or create one) to receive payments in GBP, USD, or EUR.
Set up your bio page
Add your links, social profiles, and brand theme. Your products and links live together.
Update your links
Replace Gumroad links with your AstroLink URL across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and email.
Pricing
£5/month + 5% per sale. That's it.
AstroLink Pro includes the creator store, unlimited links, embedded video, and more. The 5% transaction fee is the only additional cost.
Pricing
Start free and upgrade when your link hub grows.
Two straightforward plans with the essentials you need to launch, and the power you want when you outgrow limits.
Free
£0 Forever
Launch in minutes with essential features.
- Up to 5 links
- Color themes
- Profile photo
- Bio section
- Social links
- Link tracking analytics
Pro
£5 per month
£49 per year
Scale your brand presence with unlimited options.
- Everything in Free
- Unlimited links
- Embedded video
- Background images
- Hide AstroLink branding
- Theme marketplace access
- Profile messaging inbox
- Creator store (5% fee)
FAQs
Common questions about switching from Gumroad.
Why switch from Gumroad to AstroLink?
The main reason is fees: AstroLink charges 5% vs Gumroad's 10%, saving you money on every sale. AstroLink also includes a built-in link-in-bio page, so you don't need a separate bio link tool. If you sell straightforward digital products and want lower fees with a faster buyer experience, AstroLink is the better choice.
What does Gumroad do that AstroLink doesn't?
Gumroad offers memberships/subscriptions, upsells and cross-sells, product bundles, affiliate programmes, and a built-in marketplace with discovery features. If you rely on these advanced e-commerce features, Gumroad may still be the better fit. AstroLink focuses on simple digital product sales with lower fees.
How much will I actually save switching from Gumroad?
On every sale, you save 5% (AstroLink charges 5% vs Gumroad's 10%). If you sell £1,000/month, that's £50/month saved, minus the £5 Pro subscription, for a net saving of £45/month or £540/year. The more you sell, the more you save.
Does AstroLink support Gumroad-style product pages?
AstroLink's store displays your products directly on your bio page rather than on separate product pages. Buyers see your products alongside your links, click to purchase, and receive secure download links via email. It's a simpler, faster experience than Gumroad's standalone product pages.
Can I sell in multiple currencies?
Yes. AstroLink supports GBP, USD, and EUR through Stripe Connect. You choose your pricing currency, and buyers pay in their local currency where supported.
How do I migrate my products from Gumroad?
Download your digital files from Gumroad, then upload them to AstroLink. You'll need to recreate product listings (titles, descriptions, prices), but the process takes about 10-15 minutes for most creators. Your existing buyers won't be affected since they already have their downloads.
Does AstroLink have an affiliate programme?
Not currently. If you rely on Gumroad's affiliate system to drive sales, that's one area where Gumroad has an advantage. AstroLink focuses on direct sales through your own audience.
Is there a free plan for selling?
The creator store requires the Pro plan at £5/month or £49/year. The free plan includes the link-in-bio page with up to 5 links, analytics, and custom themes, but not the store feature.
Ready when you are
Create a minimal, measurable link-in-bio today.
Launch for free, optimise with analytics, and upgrade only when you need unlimited links and immersive branding.
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