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Release Notes: DX Enhancements, SaaS-Friendly Integrations, and New Data Liberation Features
Scott Murcott by Scott Murcott

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…

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How Software Makers Can Reduce Checkout Friction and Improve Conversion Rates
Stefana Zarić by Stefana Zarić

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…

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TemplateMonster Marketplace: A Deep Dive into Costs and Benefits for Sellers
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

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…

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Freemius at 10: From Bootstrapped Beginnings to Our Next Big Leap Forward
Vova Feldman by Vova Feldman

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…

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Software Guru Meets Entrepreneur: How Ivan Halaka and Taurus Sinkus Made Webba Booking a Success
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

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.

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Are WordPress Marketplaces Still Worth It in 2024? A Deep Dive for Software Makers
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

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…

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The Social Media Marketing Cheat Sheet for Busy Developers
Stefana Zarić by Stefana Zarić

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…

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Freemius Checkout 2.0: New Features and UI/UX to Help You Sell More Software Products
Scott Murcott by Scott Murcott

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!

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Pros and Cons of Going Non-Exclusive: Weighing the Options for WordPress Plugin and Theme Makers
Goran Mirkovic by Goran Mirkovic

Pros and Cons of Going Non-Exclusive: Weighing the Options for WordPress Plugin and Theme Makers

As a WordPress theme or plugin developer, you’ve likely felt the tremors caused by Shutterstock’s acquisition of Envato. This significant shift in the industry landscape has left many questioning the…

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Charging Sales Tax on Your Software: A Guide for Subscription-Based Businesses
Goran Mirkovic by Goran Mirkovic

Charging Sales Tax on Your Software: A Guide for Subscription-Based Businesses

Subscription businesses have come a long way from magazines and daily milk deliveries. With an average American spending close to $1,000 per year on different types of subscriptions, it’s not…

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Analyzing and Optimizing Sales Funnels for WordPress Plugins
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

Analyzing and Optimizing Sales Funnels for WordPress Plugins

Let’s cut to the chase: Selling WordPress plugins ain’t easy. Solo plugin makers and SMBs in the space need to use all means available to convert customers and drive revenue.

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Proven Inbound Sales Strategies to Sell Your Software Products
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

Proven Inbound Sales Strategies to Sell Your Software Products

Mastering the art of inbound sales can help bootstrapped software makers and SMBs increase revenue by attracting, engaging, and converting more customers — without breaking the bank.

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How to Build a SaaS Sales Strategy: Beginner’s Guide
Goran Mirkovic by Goran Mirkovic

How to Build a SaaS Sales Strategy: Beginner’s Guide

Your software is ready for the real world, and you know its potential. But launching a successful SaaS goes beyond just having a great product—you’re facing the challenge of convincing…

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SEO for Software Makers: Is SEO Still a Viable Marketing Channel?
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

SEO for Software Makers: Is SEO Still a Viable Marketing Channel?

If you’ve been struggling to make sense of what’s been going on in the SEO world lately, you’re not alone. Keeping up with standard problems like dealing with the rise…

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Release Notes: US Sales Tax Refund, Dual-Column Checkout, New Coupon Duplication Feature, and More
Vova Feldman by Vova Feldman

Release Notes: US Sales Tax Refund, Dual-Column Checkout, New Coupon Duplication Feature, and More

At Freemius, our mission is simple: we’re continuously striving to find new ways to improve the commercial experience for software makers and their users, to help them thrive. We’re proud…

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