Paid Subscriptions
Launch a Paid Newsletter That Scales
Turn engaged readers into recurring revenue with a paid newsletter subscription model designed for operators who want full control.
Powering the World's Top Newsletters
A Subscription Platform Built for Growth
Everything you need to monetize with high-quality content, nurture free readers, and convert them into paying customers.
Flexible Subscription Tiers
Create multiple pricing tiers (e.g., Bronze, Silver, Gold) to cater to different audience segments.
Customizable Payment Options
Offer monthly, annual, or "pay what you want" models to suit your business needs.
Seamless Content Paywalls
Lock premium newsletter issues or exclusive posts while sharing previews that encourage upgrades.
Gift Subscriptions
Let readers gift subscriptions to friends and colleagues.
Offer Free Trials & Discounts
Boost sales with limited-time offers, trial periods, and upgrade incentives.
Integrated Performance Insights
Track revenue, subscriber growth, churn, and customer feedback to refine your paid newsletter strategy.
Start Growing Your Business Today
Monetize your newsletter with premium content and exclusive access.
“beehiiv has allowed me to experiment with a number of different monetization strategies, whether it was paid subscriptions, whether it was the Ad Network, or whether it’s Boosts.”
Joël Collin-Demers
Founder, Pure Procurement
See Paid Subscriptions in Action
Set up multiple subscription tiers and pricing models with ease.
Use paywalls to manage content visibility and monetize premium content.
Offer trials, gift subscriptions, and bulk purchases.
How it Works
Launch and manage a paid subscription model in minutes.
Simple, Reliable Payment Processing
Accept payments globally using secure, frictionless checkout powered by Stripe. beehiiv handles the infrastructure so you can focus on creating valuable content—not managing billing systems.
Credit Card Payments Made Easy
Readers subscribe with any major credit card, with automatic renewals and instant access.
Fast Payouts With No Platform Fee
beehiiv takes zero revenue share, so you keep 100% of your subscription earnings (minus Stripe’s industry-standard processing fee).
Automated Receipts & Billing
Let Stripe handle invoices, renewals, failed payment recovery, and compliance—no manual work required.
Built for Publishers Ready to Scale
Perfect for individuals and teams with growing content businesses, whether you're selling deep-dive essays, exclusive analysis, community access, or educational content.
How Much Could You Earn With a Paid Newsletter?
Turn loyal readers into recurring revenue using a predictable subscription model. Whether you’re launching your first paid plan or migrating from another paid newsletter platform, beehiiv empowers creators with transparent monetization and zero platform fees.
Forecast earnings with simple assumptions:
- Set your monthly or annual subscription price
- Estimate conversion rates based on your email list size
- Watch revenue scale as your content strategy matures
Even a 1-3% conversion rate from free readers can generate substantial recurring income, especially when paired with strong segmentation, thoughtful automation, and consistent publishing.
Number of subscribers
Monthly subscription cost
$109,320 / year
*While we don't charge any fees—our payment partner, Stripe, charges an industry-standard 2.9% fee + $0.30/transaction.
Your Newsletter, Your Revenue - No Middlemen
Unlike other paid newsletter platforms, beehiiv takes no platform fee. You keep more of what you earn, every month.
RESOURCES TO HELP YOU SUCCEED
Guides & Tutorials
Learn how to optimize your newsletter strategy.
Case Studies
See how others have grown their audience with beehiiv.
Webinars & Workshops
Stay ahead with expert insights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Paid Subscriptions feature in beehiiv?
Paid Subscriptions allow you to monetize your audience with multiple subscription tiers, manage content access with paywalls, and offer customizable payment options.
How do I set up paid subscriptions in beehiiv?
You can set up paid subscriptions by defining your subscription tiers, customizing pricing and payment options, controlling content access, and managing your subscriber base.
Can I offer free trials or discounts with beehiiv?
Yes, beehiiv supports free trials, discounts, and limited-time promotions, all to help you attract more paid subscribers.
Can I create multiple subscription tiers in beehiiv?
Yes, you can create multiple tiers (e.g., Bronze, Silver, Gold) to cater to different audience segments.
What pricing models are available in beehiiv?
beehiiv supports monthly, annual, and "pay what you wish" pricing models.
How do I control content access for subscribers?
You can use paywalls to lock premium content and offer free previews to encourage new subscribers to convert.
Can I offer exclusive content to certain tiers?
Yes, you can set specific content to be accessible only to certain subscription tiers.
Do I keep all my earnings from paid subscriptions?
Yes. beehiiv does not take a cut of your earnings, meaning you keep 100% of your revenue (net of industry-standard Stripe processing fees).
Can readers gift subscriptions to friends and colleagues?
Yes, beehiiv supports gift subscriptions.
How can I track the performance of my paid subscriptions?
beehiiv provides integrated analytics to track revenue, subscriber retention, and engagement.
Can I use beehiiv's analytics to improve subscriber engagement?
Yes, you can use the insights from beehiiv's analytics to refine your content strategy and improve subscriber engagement.
Can I use beehiiv's analytics to improve subscriber engagement?
Yes, you can use the insights from beehiiv's analytics to refine your content strategy and improve subscriber engagement.
Does beehiiv support automations for paid subscribers?
Yes. You can use automations to welcome new paid subscribers, deliver exclusive content, and send renewal reminders.
Can I offer different perks for different tiers?
Absolutely. Tier-specific benefits are a core part of building a strong paid newsletter model.