--- title: "Guides to selling software and digital goods · Fungies" description: "Long-form guides on merchant of record, subscription billing, SaaS pricing, sales tax, storefronts, and selling games direct — from the team at Fungies." image: "https://fungies.io/og-image.jpg" canonical: "https://fungies.io/guides/" --- Guides # Start to finish, boring parts included. Long-form how-tos on selling software and digital goods: merchant of record, subscription billing, pricing, sales tax, storefronts, and getting a game in front of buyers. Written as we work things out, and revised when the rules change. [Start free](https://app.fungies.io/register) [Book a demo](https://calendly.com/duke-vuh/fungies-io-demo-clone) No upfront costs. No credit card required. § Start here5 of the most useful - [ 01NEWS9 min ### What is Merchant Of Record: The Ultimate Guide Understand the role and benefits of a Merchant of Record for SaaS companies. Explore key factors in choosing the right MoR and discover top providers. Are you tired of juggling endless payment gateways, dealing with global taxes, or worrying about compliance issues? If you’re a SaaS business owner, you’ve probably faced these headaches more times ](/what-is-merchant-of-record-the-ultimate-guide) - [ 02Guides12 min ### Ultimate Guide to SaaS Subscription Management Learn how to master SaaS subscription management with our guide. Explore different subscription models, management strategies, and the best tools. Do you find yourself drowning in a sea of subscription plans, trying to keep track of upgrades, downgrades, and cancellations? If managing subscriptions feels more like a daily struggle than a smooth operation, you’re not ](/ultimate-guide-to-saas-subscription-management) - [ 03Classic10 min ### How to Implement Usage-Based Billing for SaaS: The Complete 2026 Guide Learn how to implement usage-based billing for your SaaS in 2026. This complete guide covers pricing models, technical implementation, metering infrastructure, and best practices for metered billing that scales with your customers. ](/usage-based-billing-guide) - [ 04Guides15 min ### SaaS Pricing Models and Strategies: How to Price a SaaS Product Find out how to price your SaaS product accurately by learning about various pricing models. Get tips on how to choose the right model for your product. ](/saas-pricing-models-and-strategies-how-to-price-a-saas-product) - [ 05Guides10 min ### The Vital Role of Sales Tax Compliance in SaaS Business Success As a SaaS (Software as a Service) business owner, ensuring sales tax compliance is a critical responsibility that can significantly impact your company’s success and growth. Failure to collect and remit sales taxes can lead to severe consequences, including hefty fines, legal issues, and reputational damage. In this comprehensive article, we’ll explore the importance of sales tax compliance, the consequences of non-compliance, and the steps you can take to stay on top of your tax obligations. ](/saas-tax-merchant-of-record-compliance) § Every guide 88 in total · page 1 / 4 January · 20262 entries - [ № 304 2026.01.16Latest ### The Best Merchant of Record Platforms for SaaS in 2026 So, you’ve done it. You’ve poured countless hours into building a SaaS product that solves a real problem. The code is clean, the UI is slick, and you’re ready to change the world—or at least, a small, profitable corner of it. But as you stand on the verge of launching, a wave of administrative dread 2026.01.16Duke Vu · 31 minGuides ](/the-best-merchant-of-record-platforms-for-saas-in-2026) - [ № 305 2026.01.10 ### 2026 Digital Revolution: 20 Top Trends for Modern Creators and Sellers The digital products marketplace is no longer a niche corner of the internet; it is a booming, mainstream economy. For creators, entrepreneurs, and digital product sellers, 2026 represents a landscape of unprecedented opportunity, driven by the convergence of the creator economy, AI, and evolving consumer behavior. The global digital marketplace, valued at over $580 billion 2026.01.10Maja Wiewióra · 28 minKnowledge ](/2026-digital-revolution-20-top-trends-for-modern-creators-and-sellers) May · 20251 entry - [ № 314 2025.05.12Latest ### Comprehensive Report: Modern Frameworks, AI Technologies, and Payment Gateways for SaaS Businesses This report provides a comprehensive technical and strategic analysis of modern frameworks and AI technologies for building Software as a Service (SaaS) businesses. It is intended for founders, technical leads, and product managers seeking to understand current best practices and the role of AI in accelerating SaaS development. The analysis covers modern SaaS development stacks, focusing on key technologies like Next.js for frontend and full-stack capabilities, Supabase as a backend-as-a-service (BaaS), and the emerging Model Context Protocols (MCPs) for standardized AI integration. The report also examines crucial aspects like payment gateways, comparing solutions such as Paddle, Lemonsqueezy, Stripe, Fastspring, Chargebee, and Fungies.io, with an emphasis on Merchant of Record (MoR) services and cross-border capabilities. 2025.05.12Duke Vu · 42 minGuides ](/comprehensive-report-modern-frameworks-ai-technologies-and-payment-gateways-for-saas-businesses) April · 20251 entry - [ № 317 2025.04.19Latest ### The Ultimate Guide to SaaS Success: Top 20 Advice from Indie Hacker Influencers In the ever-evolving landscape of software entrepreneurship, indie hackers have emerged as a powerful force, building profitable SaaS businesses without the traditional venture capital route. These solo developers and small teams are proving that with the right approach, reaching $1M ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) is achievable even without massive funding rounds. This comprehensive guide distills 2025.04.19Adrian Schenberg · 17 minGuides ](/the-ultimate-guide-to-saas-success) February · 20251 entry - [ № 321 2025.02.28Latest ### 10+ Platforms to Sell Digital Files Online For FREE in 2025 What is a Digital File? A digital file is any downloadable product you can sell online—e-books, printable planners, design templates, music, or even game assets. Unlike physical products, digital files don’t require storage, packing, or shipping. You create them once and sell them over and over again with no extra production costs. What Kinds of Digital 2025.02.28Maja Wiewióra · 12 minGuides ](/sell-files-online-free) December · 20241 entry - [ № 324 2024.12.06Latest ### Lemon Squeezy vs. Paddle (Tried, Compared): Winner Revealed Lemon Squeezy and Paddle streamline payment processes with global tax compliance. See Lemon Squeezy vs. Paddle review to find which one’s best for your business. 2024.12.06Adrian Schenberg · 18 minNEWS ](/lemonsqueezy-vs-paddle) November · 20241 entry - [ № 326 2024.11.06Latest ### 10 Best Subscription Management Software in 2025 (Reviewed, Compared) See the 10 best subscription management software of 2025, offering recurring billing, automated workflows, and real-time reporting for your SaaS operations. 2024.11.06Duke Vu · 16 minNEWS ](/best-subscription-management-software-saas) October · 20246 entries - [ № 327 2024.10.21Latest ### The 20 Best Website Builders For Your SaaS in 2025 Discover the top 20 website builders for SaaS in 2025. Compare features, pricing, pros, cons, and ratings to find the ideal no-code platform for your business. 2024.10.21Maja Wiewióra · 18 minGuides ](/free-website-builder-for-saas) - [ № 329 2024.10.13 ### 7 Best Chargebee Alternatives in 2025 (Pricing, Features Comparison) Learn and compare 7 top Chargebee alternatives with simpler interfaces, easy onboarding, and flexible pricing to streamline your billing and payment processes. 2024.10.13Maja Wiewióra · 13 minGuides ](/7-best-chargebee-alternatives-in-2025-pricing-features-comparison) - [ № 330 2024.10.10 ### 6 Best FastSpring Alternatives in 2025 (with Comparison Table) See the 6 best FastSpring alternatives for SaaS businesses with low processing fees, customizable checkouts, 250+ payment methods, and global tax compliance. 2024.10.10Maja Wiewióra · 13 minNEWS ](/fastspring-alternatives) - [ № 331 2024.10.07 ### Top 7 Shopify Alternatives in 2025 (Reviewed, Compared) Discover the top 7 Shopify alternatives for 2025. Compare platforms like Fungies, Sellfy, Shift4Shop, and more to find the best solution for your business. 2024.10.07Maja Wiewióra · 14 minGuides ](/shopify-alternatives) - [ № 332 2024.10.07 ### 8 Best Payhip Alternatives for Digital Creators in 2025 (Reviewed, Compared) Creators commonly pick Payhip as the e-commerce platform where you can sell digital products directly to consumers, but for developers and creators, it can feel limited for various reasons such as: It has a basic storefront: Payhip only offers basic customization for storefronts. Digital creators need advanced customization options such as branding elements or flexible 2024.10.07Adrian Schenberg · 14 minNEWS ](/payhip-alternatives) - [ № 333 2024.10.04 ### 7 Best Gumroad Alternatives in 2025 (with Comparison Table) Top 7 Gumroad Alternatives: Boost Conversions, Cut Transaction Fees 2024.10.04Duke Vu · 14 minNEWS ](/gumroad-alternatives) September · 20243 entries - [ № 334 2024.09.25Latest ### A great list of VC funds investing in startups The basics of Fundraising for Startups is pretty simple: Connect early with VC’s and keep them updated Meeting VC’s early and keeping them updated is key to successful startup fundraising 2. Treat it like a jam-packed Sales Process Fundraising is just like a longer Sales Process 3. Prepare all your fundraising tools ahead of the 2024.09.25Maja Wiewióra · 2 minNEWS ](/a-great-list-of-vc-funds-investing-in-startups) - [ № 335 2024.09.24 ### Top 10 LemonSqueezy Alternatives in 2025 (with Comparison Table) Discover the top LemonSqueezy alternatives for better payment processing. Compare key features, pricing, and find the right platform for your needs. 2024.09.24Duke Vu · 15 minNEWS ](/lemonsqueezy-alternatives) - [ № 336 2024.09.20 ### 10 Best Paddle Alternatives (Tried, Compared, Winner Revealed): 2025 Review Discover the 10 best Paddle alternatives for billing solutions, offering flexible pricing and features for SaaS and game developers. 2024.09.20Maja Wiewióra · 15 minGuides ](/paddle-alternatives) August · 20245 entries - [ № 340 2024.08.29Latest ### Top 10 Best Subscription Billing Platform Providers Subscription billing platforms have become essential tools for businesses offering recurring revenue models. These platforms automate the complex process of managing subscriptions, payments, and customer data. With so many options available, it can be challenging to choose the right one for your business. In this article, we’ll compare the top 10 best subscription billing platform 2024.08.29Adrian Schenberg · 6 minGuides ](/top-10-best-subscription-billing-platform-providers) - [ № 343 2024.08.16 ### Top 10 Merchant of Record Payment Providers in 2025 As a company focused on creating top-tier digital products, you’ve likely struggled with the details of international tax regulations. Instead of focusing your energy on innovation, you might be navigating global sales tax, PCI-DSS compliance, and billing requirements. These foundational tasks can quickly become a burden, pulling you away from what truly matters: growing your 2024.08.16Duke Vu · 15 minGuides ](/merchant-of-record-payment-providers) - [ № 348 2024.08.01 ### What Is Software Gross Margin: Boosting SaaS Profitability and Attracting Investors Learn about software gross margin, its importance, and how to improve it for your SaaS business. Enhance profitability and attract investors with key strategies. Do you wish you had a clearer idea of how well your company is doing financially? If you want to make your software more profitable and attract investors, you need to 2024.08.01Adrian Schenberg · 10 minGuides ](/what-is-software-gross-margin-boosting-saas-profitability-and-attracting-investors) - [ № 349 2024.08.01 ### What is ARR: Understanding and Boosting Annual Recurring Revenue for SaaS Businesses Learn what Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) is, its importance for SaaS businesses, and how to accurately calculate and boost ARR. Ever wonder how companies like Netflix or Spotify make money consistently every month, year after year? If you want to skyrocket your business’s steady income and impress investors, you need to know about Annual Recurring 2024.08.01Duke Vu · 10 minNEWS ](/what-is-arr-understanding-and-boosting-annual-recurring-revenue-for-saas-businesses) - [ № 350 2024.08.01 ### Understanding MRR: The Building Block of Subscription Businesses Learn how Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) helps predict income and grow your SaaS business. Discover effective strategies to boost MRR and reduce churn. understanding-mrr–to-boost-subscription-business Do you want to boost your Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) and reduce customer churn? Are you struggling to predict your subscription business’s future income? Well, You’re in the right place. Monthly 2024.08.01Duke Vu · 12 minNEWS ](/understanding-mrr-the-building-block-of-subscription-businesses) July · 20242 entries - [ № 351 2024.07.14Latest ### Best Billing Solutions for SaaS in 2024: Top 7 Compared Find the best billing solutions for your SaaS business in 2024. Compare the top 7 options for features and pricing, and find the best fit for your business. Are you losing sleep over complex billing, subscription headaches, and the never-ending tax maze? You’re not alone. Many SaaS businesses are bogged down by these issues which 2024.07.14Maja Wiewióra · 12 minGuides ](/best-billing-solutions-for-saas-in-2024-top-7-compared) - [ № 352 2024.07.14 ### 10 Best Stripe Alternatives for SaaS Businesses in 2024 10 Best Stripe Alternatives for SaaS Businesses in 2024: looking for alternatives to Stripe? Our 2024 guide reviews the top 10 payment processors, comparing key features and pricing to help you choose. Are you frustrated with high fees, limited support, and the complexities of managing multiple payment tools with Stripe? You’re not alone. Many SaaS 2024.07.14Dawid Woźniak · 15 minGuides ](/10-best-stripe-alternatives-for-saas-businesses-in-2024) June · 20241 entry - [ № 355 2024.06.28Latest ### Game Store Marketing Guide: 9 Strategies for Success Discover how to make your game store thrive with these 9 game store marketing strategies. Boost visibility, drive sales, and engage with your community. Have you ever wondered how to boost sales in your game store? If so, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll explore the Game Store Marketing Guide: 9 Strategies 2024.06.28Maja Wiewióra · 11 minGuides ](/game-store-marketing) ## Stop reading about it. Start selling. Everything we write about — tax, payouts, checkout, recovery — is already handled the moment you open an account. No card, no contract, no setup fee. 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