Pricing that works for everyone.
Whether you're using tools or building them, Dephq's pricing is transparent and flexible. No hidden fees. No lock-ins.
For Tool Users
Dephq itself is free. You only pay for the tools you choose to install. Each tool sets its own pricing model.
Subscription (Monthly)
Recurring monthly charge
Most common model for ongoing tools. You pay once per month and get unlimited access.
Example:
Invoice Desk: $9/month
Cancel anytime. No lock-in.
One-Time Purchase
Pay once, own forever
One-time fee for tools you want to own outright. No recurring charges.
Example:
Template Library: $29 one-time
Lifetime access. Free updates included.
Usage-Based
Pay for what you use
Pay only for the actions or resources you consume. Perfect for variable usage.
Example:
Email Sender: $0.01 per email
Send 100 emails, pay $1. Send 1,000, pay $10.
Credit-Based
Buy credits, use as needed
Purchase credits upfront and use them for various actions. Often includes volume discounts.
Example:
AI Writer: $10 for 100 credits
1 credit = 1 generated paragraph
Some tools are completely free
Many tools are offered completely free. Developers choose free tools to build community, establish trust, or as a loss leader for premium offerings.
For Tool Builders & Developers
Building tools on Dephq is free. You only earn when users pay for your tool. We take a small commission to cover infrastructure, payments, and support.
Revenue Share Model
How you earn from your tools
Commission Structure
Example Earnings
What We Handle
So you can focus on building
Infrastructure & Hosting
Servers, databases, backups, scaling
Payment Processing
Stripe integration, billing, invoicing
Distribution
Your tool listed in the Store
User Authentication
Login, permissions, security
Data Storage
Encrypted, secure, backed up
Support & Monitoring
24/7 uptime monitoring, alerts
Pricing Models You Can Use
Subscription
Monthly/Yearly
Most popular. Recurring revenue.
$5 - $50/month
Typical range
Best for: Ongoing tools, SaaS
One-Time
Pay Once
Lower barrier to entry. Simpler.
$10 - $100
Typical range
Best for: Templates, tools
Usage-Based
Per Action
Fair pricing. Variable use.
$0.01 - $1
Typical range
Best for: APIs, services
Credits
Prepaid
Upfront purchase. Flexible.
$5 - $50
Typical range
Best for: AI, generation
Pricing Questions
Is Dephq free to use?
Yes. Dephq itself is completely free. You only pay for tools you choose to install.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Most tools offer 14-day free trials and allow cancellation anytime. No lock-in.
How do I get paid as a builder?
Payments are sent monthly to your bank account. We handle all billing and payment processing.
What payment methods do you accept?
All major credit cards, debit cards, and digital payment methods. Billing is secure and handled through Stripe.
Can I change my tool's pricing?
Yes. You can adjust your tool's pricing anytime. Changes apply to new subscriptions; existing users keep their current price.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. Our pricing is transparent. 80% to builders, 20% to Dephq. That's it. No hidden fees.
Ready to build or find your next tool?
Start building with Dephq today. It's free, and you only earn when your users pay.