Freemius just got even more powerful! We’re constantly refining the platform to make software selling smoother, more flexible, and scalable for makers like you. This month’s updates bring more automation,…
Software selling has changed, and WordPress marketplaces must adapt or risk becoming obsolete. Sales platforms have made it easier than ever for makers to sell their products independently, undercutting the…
Happy to report that I got safely back home from WordCamp Asia 2025. As always, it was a wild and wonderful time catching up with old friends, making new ones,…
Behind the swag bags and keynotes lies the real value of WordPress conferences: actionable intelligence and relationship-building that directly impact your bottom line. From conducting market research to organizing side…
Freemius is built on collaboration — within our team and within our community of software makers. As we move beyond WordPress to encompass software making as a whole, our brand…
A new era of Freemius has begun. Not just a fresh coat of paint or a superficial reskin, but a complete reimagination of the platform and how we support software…
Last week, software makers worldwide faced a crisis: MyCommerce, a long-standing payment and eCommerce solution owned by Digital River, abruptly shut down and filed for insolvency. For many, this is…
What started as payment delays and forced contract changes in mid-2024 has escalated into full-blown insolvency for MyCommerce. This leaves software makers without access to earnings and scrambling for answers.
In a shocking turn of events, Digital River abruptly laid off over 100 employees and filed for insolvency, leaving software creators in the lurch, unable to access their hard-earned revenue….
When it comes to independent software selling, success isn’t just about shouting louder than the competition — it’s about listening smarter. The real winners aren’t the ones with the biggest…
Growing a software business is becoming increasingly challenging. While traditional channels like social media and SEO remain important, rising costs and crowded markets make it harder for independent makers and…
Cue the horns 📯: plugin.fm is back! 💥 Season 3 of plugin.fm launches today, zeroing in on a topic that can make or break any software business: marketing.
From completing our Data Liberation Project to introducing powerful tools in the Freemius Checkout and WordPress SDKs, we’ve addressed key maker requests while staying ahead of trends in the software…
Creativity sparks innovation, but true growth and customer satisfaction come from prioritizing features that align with user needs and business goals, and deliver tangible, long-term value.
As I reflect on 2024, I’m proud of how far we’ve come. It’s been a year of great accomplishments, but not without challenges. As our team grew, some processes that…
