Can I sell digital downloads from a bio link page in South Africa?

Yes. Acalytica lets you add a digital product block to your bio link page, upload the file, set a price in Rands and accept payment by card, instant EFT or Capitec Pay. The buyer receives the download automatically after paying.

What kinds of digital products can I sell?

Ebooks and PDFs, templates, guides, worksheets and printables, Lightroom and design presets, study notes, audio and beats, video files, and ZIP bundles.

Do I need a registered company or merchant account?

No. You can sell as an individual. Payments are processed by Paystack and settled in Rands to your South African bank account.

By card, instant EFT or Capitec Pay, in Rands, on your bio link page. You can also connect Stripe or PayPal for international buyers.

What does it cost to sell digital downloads on Acalytica?

Acalytica Gold is R150 per month or R1,500 per year with a 14-day trial and includes unlimited digital products and payment processors. Standard payment processor fees apply on each sale.

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