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.

Best for: Regular, ongoing use
14-day free trial typically included
Billed to your Dephq account

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.

Best for: One-time needs
No recurring charges
Lifetime 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.

Best for: Variable usage
No waste—pay only for what you use
Transparent pricing per action

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

Best for: Bursty usage
Volume discounts available
Credits don't expire
Free Tools

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.

Basic calculatorNote-taking appSimple trackerCommunity forum

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

To you (tool builder)80%
To Dephq (infrastructure + payments)20%

Example Earnings

100 users @ $9/month:$720/mo
500 users @ $12/month:$4,800/mo
1,000 users @ $15/month:$12,000/mo
Recurring revenue every month
We handle all payments & billing
Payments sent monthly to your account

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.