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Why Makers Are Leaving WordPress Marketplaces — And What’s Next
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

Why Makers Are Leaving WordPress Marketplaces — And What’s Next

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…

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Creative Market: An Honest Breakdown for WordPress Product Makers
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

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,…

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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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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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Why WordPress Product Makers Are Aggressively Exploring Envato Alternatives
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

Why WordPress Product Makers Are Aggressively Exploring Envato Alternatives

On May 2, 2024, Envato — the powerhouse behind CodeCanyon, ThemeForest, and Envato Elements — announced its acquisition by stock file giant Shutterstock for a staggering US$245 million. This unexpected…

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Managing the Risks of Selling on the WooCommerce Marketplace
Robert Nolte by Robert Nolte

Managing the Risks of Selling on the WooCommerce Marketplace

It’s not what you know, it’s Woo you know… especially if you want to capitalize on using one of the biggest marketplaces in the WordPress space, and one that offers…

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Can Plugin Developers Succeed on the AppSumo Marketplace?
Nicole Evans by Nicole Evans

Can Plugin Developers Succeed on the AppSumo Marketplace?

If you’re a new plugin creator, there’s a good chance that you’ve probably heard of AppSumo. For new plugin creators especially, AppSumo can seem like an answer to your prayers….

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How do WordPress Plugin Developers Make Money?
Brandon Ernst by Brandon Ernst

How do WordPress Plugin Developers Make Money?

Plugin development is one of many ways to make money with WordPress, but if you’re just starting out as a plugin developer, figuring out the path to success isn’t easy….

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My Experience Submitting A Theme to ThemeForest – Challenges & Rejections
Daniel Carcamo by Daniel Carcamo

My Experience Submitting A Theme to ThemeForest – Challenges & Rejections

Building your own Multi-Purpose theme from scratch can be a very tough project to take on. Getting it approved on ThemeForest? That’s a whole other layer of challenges that you’ll…

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“Our Biggest Challenges in Running A WordPress Plugin & Theme Business in 2018” by MotoPress
Alexander Mat by Alexander Mat

“Our Biggest Challenges in Running A WordPress Plugin & Theme Business in 2018” by MotoPress

In this guest post by Alexander Mat, co-founder at MotoPress, he shares and discusses his company’s biggest challenges in today’s saturated and Guten-stirred WordPress business sphere. MotoPress has been financially…

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Best Practices for Starting A Profitable WordPress Theme Business in 2018
Michael Hebenstreit by Michael Hebenstreit

Best Practices for Starting A Profitable WordPress Theme Business in 2018

My name is Michael Hebenstreit and I’m the founder & CEO of Array Internet, a media company located in Frankfurt am Main (Germany). With our brand, MH Themes, we’ve been…

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Why WordPress Marketplaces Need the Right Products – Mike Stott
Kobe Ben Itamar by Kobe Ben Itamar

Why WordPress Marketplaces Need the Right Products – Mike Stott

Today, we’re publishing an interview with another great WordPress entrepreneur, Mike Stott, Founder of Epic Plugins, Epic Themes and co-founder of Zero Bullsh*t CRM.

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Is ThemeForest a Good Place to Sell Your Premium WordPress Theme?
Kobe Ben Itamar by Kobe Ben Itamar

Is ThemeForest a Good Place to Sell Your Premium WordPress Theme?

In this article, I’m going to have a thorough look at the most popular theme marketplace for WordPress themes. We’re going to try and understand the pros and cons of…

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CodeCanyon By The Numbers: Can You Pay Your Bills Selling Premium WordPress Plugins on CodeCanyon?
Vova Feldman by Vova Feldman

CodeCanyon By The Numbers: Can You Pay Your Bills Selling Premium WordPress Plugins on CodeCanyon?

Owned by Envato, a digital marketplace conglomerate, CodeCanyon is the leading marketplace for selling premium WordPress plugins. The marketplace grossed over $70,000,000 since 2009, processed 2.3 million sales of WordPress…

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