How Bandcamp pays creators in 2026

⚡ Quick answerBandcamp takes 15% of digital sales, dropping to 10% once you reach $5,000 in sales (as long as you keep $5,000+ over the past 12 months), and 10% on physical goods. Payment processor fees, typically 4–6%, are extra.

Requirements

Requirement	Details	Status
Followers	None	✓ Official source

Revenue streams

Digital music

15% revenue share (10% after $5,000)

✓ Official source

Physical merch

10% (shipping and tax excluded)

✓ Official source

Large items

Revenue share applies only to the first $100 of an item

✓ Official source

Payouts & fees

Processor fees vary by transaction size, typically 4–6%.

Note: A collection society share may apply for covered works.

Official sources

Last checked Oct 14, 2026. Platforms change rules often; always confirm on the official page. Badge key: ✓ Official source = confirmed on the platform's own page; Secondary = only third-party reports found; Unverified = not confirmed.