What is the Patreon platform fee?

Pro plan: 8% of monthly earnings. Premium plan: 12%. Both include analytics, membership tiers, and integration tools.

Patreon Platform Fee vs Payment Processing

Beyond the platform fee, Patreon also deducts payment processing: typically 2.9% + $0.30 per pledge. For very small pledges ($3 or under), micropayment rates of 5% + $0.10 apply.

Is it worth taking on currency conversion fees for international patrons?

If you enable international currency support, Patreon charges an additional ~1.5% currency conversion fee. For most creators, absorbing this cost retains more international patrons than asking them to pay in USD.

How does Patreon pay out creators?

Patreon pays monthly via direct bank deposit, PayPal, or Payoneer. Payouts are typically processed on the 1st–5th of each month.

Patreon Creator Fee Calculator

Calculate your Patreon net income after platform fee (8% Pro or 12% Premium) and payment processing. Free creator fee calculator.

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Patreon Creator Fee Calculator — 2026

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Pro vs Premium

Compare 8% and 12% platform fees side by side.

Processing included

Standard 2.9% + $0.30 payment processing shown in every calculation.

Fee rates verified and updated April 2026. Rates may change — verify directly with the platform before transacting.