10 Years of Freemius, 24 Hours of Impact: Campaign Results
What happens when a community comes together to make a change? Yesterday, we witnessed the answer as software makers across the globe united for our 24-hour fundraising campaign in support…
24 Hours to Make a Difference: Join the #Freemius10 Anniversary Campaign
Today marks an important chapter for Freemius and a step forward for tech diversity. As we celebrate 10 years of empowering software makers, we’re kicking off a 24-hour fundraising campaign…
From Creation to Communication: Crafting a Unique Selling Proposition that Resonates
Standing out in crowded markets can feel like an uphill battle — especially if you’re part of a small team or working solo with limited marketing resources. But there’s a…
EU VAT Reverse Charge Simplified: Essential Guide for Software Makers
EU VAT reverse charge can be a real challenge for makers and businesses selling software products across the European Union. With different VAT rates in each country and strict rules…
Spine-Tingling Software Failures That Haunt 5 Successful Product Makers
It’s a ghoulish Halloween Special like no other — we’re digging up a product graveyard and uncovering the corpses of five horrific software failures from five successful makers. Each tale…
Creative Market: An Honest Breakdown for WordPress Product Makers
Creative Market is becoming a popular choice for WordPress product makers, offering access to a community of over 10 million creative professionals. It allows sellers to set their own prices,…
Outbound Software Sales: How To Create an Outbound Sales Strategy for Your Software Products
Outbound sales often get a bad rap, especially among solo software makers and small businesses. When you hear the terms “outbound” and “sales” together, is the first thing that comes…
Release Notes: DX Enhancements, SaaS-Friendly Integrations, and New Data Liberation Features
We’re always exploring new ways to enhance the software-selling experience for makers and their users. These new Freemius release notes mark an exciting milestone as we begin expanding our support…
How Software Makers Can Reduce Checkout Friction and Improve Conversion Rates
Optimizing your checkout is a critical yet challenging task. You need to make it seamless, secure, and efficient, as it’s the last hurdle between a potential sale and a paying…
TemplateMonster Marketplace: A Deep Dive into Costs and Benefits for Sellers
Following Shutterstock’s acquisition of Envato, many WordPress software makers are searching for new alternatives. One popular option is TemplateMonster, a well-known digital marketplace that offers a wide selection of high-quality…
Freemius at 10: From Bootstrapped Beginnings to Our Next Big Leap Forward
It’s hard to believe ten years have passed since Freemius first came to life. What started as an idea to help solo makers and indie hackers pursue their passions has…
Software Guru Meets Entrepreneur: How Ivan Halaka and Taurus Sinkus Made Webba Booking a Success
When a talented technical mind meets an entrepreneurial spirit, great products can happen — and this is exactly the case with Webba Booking.
Are WordPress Marketplaces Still Worth It in 2024? A Deep Dive for Software Makers
Years ago, charging money for plugins/themes in the WordPress space was frowned upon. But when WordPress began commercializing, developers saw the opportunity to start selling themes and plugins full-time instead…
The Social Media Marketing Cheat Sheet for Busy Developers
Let’s face it: you’d rather be knee-deep in your latest project than figuring out how to tweet or blog about it. Trust us, we get it. You’re juggling deadlines, squashing…
Freemius Checkout 2.0: New Features and UI/UX to Help You Sell More Software Products
Refreshed and reconfigured to boost conversions and maximize sales price, the new Freemius Checkout has officially launched and is in production!