Subscription Tiers
Artbase offers three subscription tiers designed to grow with your art business. Start where you are and upgrade as you scale.
Plan Overview
| Feature | Starter | Growth | Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | $12/mo | $29/mo | $79/mo |
| Annual Price | $120/yr | $290/yr | $790/yr |
| Annual Savings | $24 | $58 | $158 |
| Products | 25 | 150 | Unlimited |
| Email Subscribers | 500 | 2,500 | 10,000 |
| Platform Commission | 2.0% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Sales Channels | 1 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Custom Domain | Add-on | Add-on | Included |
Starter Plan
Best for: Artists just launching their online presence
What's Included
- 25 products in your storefront
- 500 email subscribers
- 1 sales channel (Etsy or Gumroad)
- 2% commission on sales
- Full storefront customization
- Order management
- Basic analytics
- Email campaigns
Who It's For
- New to selling art online
- Testing the market
- Small catalog
- Starting email list
Typical User
"I'm launching my first online store with a curated selection of prints and want to start building my collector base."
Growth Plan
Best for: Established artists scaling their business
What's Included
- 150 products in your storefront
- 2,500 email subscribers
- Unlimited sales channels
- 1.5% commission on sales
- Everything in Starter, plus:
- Advanced analytics
- Email automations
- Customer segments
- Priority support
Who It's For
- Growing product catalog
- Active email marketing
- Multi-channel selling
- Expanding customer base
Typical User
"I sell on Etsy and my own site, have a growing collection, and want to nurture my email list with automated sequences."
Pro Plan
Best for: Professional artists and studios
What's Included
- Unlimited products
- 10,000 email subscribers
- Unlimited sales channels
- 0.5% commission on sales
- Everything in Growth, plus:
- Custom domain included
- Advanced automations
- API access
- Team members
- Dedicated support
Who It's For
- High-volume sellers
- Full-time artists
- Studios with multiple artists
- Maximum value seekers
Typical User
"Art is my full-time business. I need unlimited products, advanced features, and the lowest possible fees."
Comparing Plans
By Products
| Scenario | Recommended |
|---|---|
| < 25 products | Starter |
| 25-150 products | Growth |
| 150+ products | Pro |
By Email List
| Scenario | Recommended |
|---|---|
| < 500 subscribers | Starter |
| 500-2,500 subscribers | Growth |
| 2,500+ subscribers | Pro |
By Sales Volume
| Monthly Sales | Starter Cost | Growth Cost | Pro Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| $500 | $22 (fee: $10) | - | - |
| $1,000 | $32 (fee: $20) | $44 (fee: $15) | - |
| $2,000 | $52 (fee: $40) | $59 (fee: $30) | $89 (fee: $10) |
| $5,000 | $112 (fee: $100) | $104 (fee: $75) | $104 (fee: $25) |
| $10,000 | $212 (fee: $200) | $179 (fee: $150) | $129 (fee: $50) |
Commission + subscription cost. Payment processing fees not included.
Break-Even Points
- Growth vs Starter: ~$3,400/mo sales
- Pro vs Growth: ~$5,000/mo sales
Annual vs Monthly
Annual Benefits
- Save 2 months of subscription cost
- Lock in current pricing
- Commit to your business
When to Choose Monthly
- Testing the platform
- Uncertain about volume
- Prefer flexibility
When to Choose Annual
- Committed to selling long-term
- Predictable costs help planning
- Want maximum savings
Add-On Features
Custom Domain
Connect your own domain (e.g., shop.yourname.com):
| Plan | Custom Domain |
|---|---|
| Starter | $10/mo add-on |
| Growth | $10/mo add-on |
| Pro | Included |
Additional Subscribers
Need more email subscribers:
- Contact for custom pricing
- Available for all plans
- Scales with your needs
Changing Plans
Upgrading
- Go to Settings → Billing
- Click Upgrade Plan
- Select new plan
- Prorated charge applied
- New features available immediately
Downgrading
- Go to Settings → Billing
- Click Change Plan
- Select lower plan
- Change takes effect at renewal
- Review feature limitations
What Happens to Data
When upgrading:
- All data preserved
- New features available immediately
- No action needed
When downgrading:
- Products over limit become hidden (not deleted)
- Email subscribers preserved (can't send to overflow)
- Channel connections preserved (may need to choose)
Free Trial
Try Before You Buy
- 14-day free trial
- Full Growth plan features
- No credit card required
- Convert to paid or cancel
Trial Limitations
- "Trial" badge on storefront
- Limited to test transactions
- Email sending limited
After Trial
- Choose any plan to continue
- All data preserved
- Seamless transition
Enterprise
For Large Operations
Need more than Pro offers?
- Unlimited email subscribers
- Custom commission rates
- Dedicated account manager
- SLA guarantees
- Custom integrations
Contact sales: enterprise@artbase.studio
FAQ
Can I switch plans anytime?
Yes. Upgrade immediately, downgrade at renewal.
What happens if I exceed product limits?
You'll be prompted to upgrade or deactivate products.
Do annual plans auto-renew?
Yes. You'll be notified before renewal with option to cancel.
Is there a free plan?
No free plan, but 14-day free trial available.
Can I pause my subscription?
Contact support for extended breaks. Otherwise, downgrade or cancel.