Revenue Share & Payout Policy

Last updated: December 25, 2025

This Revenue Share & Payout Policy (“Policy”) outlines the rules, procedures, and terms governing revenue distribution and payout schedules for creators publishing digital content on eBooksForest (“Platform,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This Policy forms an integral part of the Creator Publishing Agreement and applies to all creators (“Creator,” “Author,” or “Publisher”).

By publishing content on the Platform, you agree to the terms set forth in this Policy.

1. Revenue Share Structure

Revenue generated from sales of digital products on eBooksForest will be distributed according to the following model:

RecipientRevenue Share
eBooksForest Platform25%
Payment Gateway / Processing Fees5%
Creator / Author70%

1.1 Explanation

  • Platform Share (25%): Covers hosting, platform maintenance, promotion, marketing, and operational costs.
  • Payment Gateway Fees (5%): Includes all transaction fees charged by payment processors such as PayPal or Stripe.
  • Creator Share (70%): Paid to the creator as earnings for digital content sales, after deducting platform and gateway fees.

All percentages are calculated from the gross sales amount before taxes.

2. Payout Eligibility

2.1 Minimum Payout Threshold

Creators must reach a minimum balance of $100 USD before requesting a payout. Sales below this threshold will accumulate until the minimum is met.

2.2 Minimum Holding Period

All payouts are subject to a minimum holding period of 7 days from the date of sale to allow for payment processing and potential refunds or chargebacks.

2.3 Payment Methods

Payouts will be processed using the payment method selected in your creator account, such as:

  • PayPal
  • Bank Transfer (if supported)

Creators are responsible for providing accurate payment information and for any fees associated with their chosen payout method.

3. Payout Schedule

  • Payout requests can be submitted once the minimum payout threshold and holding period requirements are met.
  • Payments are generally processed within 3–5 business days after the payout request is approved.
  • eBooksForest reserves the right to delay payouts in case of disputed transactions, suspected fraud, or policy violations.

4. Refunds, Chargebacks, and Adjustments

  • Any refunds issued to buyers or chargebacks initiated by payment processors will be deducted from the creator’s available balance.
  • The platform reserves the right to adjust earnings to reflect returned funds or fees related to such transactions.
  • Creators are responsible for reviewing payout statements and reporting discrepancies promptly.
  • Creators are solely responsible for reporting and paying any taxes arising from their earnings, including income tax, sales tax, VAT, or any other applicable taxes.
  • eBooksForest may collect tax-related information from creators as required by law (e.g., IRS Form W-8/W-9 for U.S. residents).
  • The platform does not provide tax advice; creators should consult a qualified tax professional for guidance.

6. Changes to Revenue Share & Payout Policy

  • eBooksForest reserves the right to update or modify this Policy at any time.
  • Material changes affecting revenue shares or payout terms will be communicated to creators via email or through the platform dashboard.
  • Continued use of the platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

7. Contact Information

For questions regarding revenue share, payout schedules, or account balances, creators may contact:

eBooksForest
Email: info@ebooksforest.com