motion vs Gumroad: sell the moment, not just the file
Gumroad is built for selling downloads and digital products. motion is built for selling live, ticketed experiences and paid calls.
Gumroad is a clean way to sell digital products, ebooks, presets, courses, templates. But a file is a one-way transaction; there is no live interaction, no shared moment, and no real-time connection with your audience.
motion sells the live experience itself: a class, a concert, a coaching call, a workshop. The audience pays for access to you in real time. Many creators sell their downloads on Gumroad and their live events on motion.
Everything you need, built in
No stitched-together stack. motion bundles the paywall, payments, and live video so you can focus on the show.
Sell live experiences
Ticket classes, calls, and events instead of static downloads.
Real-time interaction
Live chat, screen share, and on-stage guests connect you to buyers.
Pay-before-join access
A true paywall gates the live room to buyers only.
Naira & crypto payouts
Withdraw locally in Naira or globally in USDT.
How it works
Create your stream or call
Spin up an instant broadcast or schedule an event in under two minutes. Add a title, cover image, and description right from your phone or browser.
Set a price and share one link
Price your ticket in Naira, USDT, or USDC, then drop a single shareable link into your bio, WhatsApp, email, or socials.
Go live to paying guests only
A real paywall verifies every ticket at the door, so only people who paid can join. Engage them with live chat, screen share, and on-stage guests.
Get paid out, your way
Track sales in your dashboard and withdraw to a Nigerian bank account in Naira or to your wallet in USDT/USDC on Solana and Base.
motion vs Gumroad
Gumroad is ideal for digital downloads. motion is ideal for live, ticketed experiences.
| Feature | motion | Gumroad |
|---|---|---|
| Product type | Live events & calls | Digital downloads |
| Live streaming & video | Yes | No |
| Real-time interaction | Yes | No |
| Paywall on live access | Yes | N/A |
| Naira & crypto payouts | Yes | Limited |
| Best for | Classes, concerts, calls | Files & courses |
| Revenue share to creator | 90% | After platform fees |
Perfect for
Why creators choose motion
- Sell live experiences, not just downloads
- Real-time chat, screen share, and stage guests
- A true paywall on live access
- Naira and crypto payouts
- Keep 90% of every ticket
Frequently asked questions
Can I use both Gumroad and motion?
Yes. Many creators sell digital products on Gumroad and host their live, ticketed events and calls on motion.
What devices and platforms does motion support?
motion by use.live works on the iOS app, the Android app, and any modern web browser. Hosts can go live from a phone or laptop, and guests can join from whichever device they prefer.
How much does motion cost and how much do I keep?
There are no setup, hosting, or monthly fees. You keep 90% of every ticket you sell, and the platform fee is split transparently between a small markup paid by the viewer and a small base fee.
Start hosting paid live sessions today
Download motion on iOS or Android, or continue on the web to create your first ticketed stream. No setup or monthly fees, and you keep 90% of every ticket.
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