Why FileKit Wins
Compare FileKit with traditional platforms and see how we deliver more features, better security, and lower commissions for creators and publishers.
20%
Platform Commission
0%
Payment Processing Fees
15+
File Types Supported
100%
Browser-Based
How We Compare to Traditional Platforms
🍎
Apple Books
Apple's digital bookstore
Major Issues:
- 30% commission on all sales
- Limited to Apple ecosystem only
- No interactive features beyond basic reading
- Strict approval process
- No custom branding
- Limited analytics
- No team collaboration
- No access control features
30% commission
📚
Google Play Books
Google's ebook platform
Major Issues:
- 30-35% commission depending on region
- Limited to Android/Google ecosystem
- Basic reading experience only
- No multimedia support
- No custom branding options
- Limited payment methods
- No team features
- Basic analytics only
30-35% commission
📖
Amazon Kindle
Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing
Major Issues:
- 35% commission (70% for ebooks under $2.99)
- Complex publishing process
- Limited to Kindle devices/apps
- No interactive multimedia features
- No direct customer relationships
- Strict formatting requirements
- No team collaboration
- Limited access control
35-70% commission
🛒
Gumroad
Digital product marketplace
Major Issues:
- Additional payment processing fees
- Basic product presentation
- No interactive reading experience
- Limited file types supported
- No advanced security features
- Basic analytics only
- No team features
- Limited customization
10% commission
💳
Payhip
Digital product selling platform
Major Issues:
- Additional payment processing fees
- Very basic product presentation
- No reading experience features
- Limited to simple downloads
- No security features
- No analytics
- No team collaboration
- No interactive features
5% commission
FileKit Exclusive Features
Interactive Reading Experience
Transform static files into immersive flipbooks with multimedia
- Page-flipping animations like real books
- Embedded videos, audio, and external links
- Zoom and pan without losing place
- Annotations and interactive elements with text/image/video popups
- Multiple viewing modes (normal/flipbook)
Advanced Security & Access Control
Protect your content with enterprise-grade security features
- Password and email-based access control
- Domain restrictions and user limits
- Watermarking with viewer details
- Download restrictions and copy protection
- Team members and file admins
Low Commission Structure
Keep more of your earnings with our transparent pricing
- Only 20% platform fee
- No hidden payment processing fees
- On-demand payouts to your bank account
- Transparent commission tracking
- Reasonable minimum payout thresholds
Multi-Format Support
Upload and sell any type of digital content
- PDFs, EPUBs, and documents
- Images, videos, and audio files
- Curated link collections
- Mixed media bundles
- Interactive presentations
- Text content and AI prompts
Team Collaboration
Work together with your team on content creation and management
- Multiple team admins/members per file
- Role-based permissions
- Collaborative editing
- Shared analytics
- Team branding options
Advanced Analytics
Track performance and optimize your content strategy
- Engagement metrics
- Sales performance tracking
- Conversion optimization tools
Free Offline Tools
Browser-based utilities that work entirely offline without uploads
- Flipping PDF viewer with page-turning animations
- PDF tools (merge, split, extract, optimize, compress)
- Thumbnail designer for YouTube and social media
- Image compressor and background remover
- Rounded corners and blur effects for images
- NSFW content checker for moderation
Detailed Feature Comparison
| Feature | FileKit | Apple Books | Google Play | Kindle | Gumroad |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commission Rate | 20% | 30% | 30-35% | 35-70% | 10% + fees |
| Interactive Reading | |||||
| Multimedia Support | |||||
| Security Features | |||||
| Team Collaboration | |||||
| Analytics Dashboard | |||||
| Offline Tools | |||||
| Multi-Platform |
Perfect for Every Creator
Publishers & Authors
Create immersive reading experiences
- Turn boring PDFs into engaging flipbooks
- Preserve layout and typography
- Add multimedia context
- Professional presentation
Freelancers & Agencies
Deliver work professionally to clients
- Secure client presentations
- Password-protected proposals
- Watermarked drafts
- Track client engagement
Course Creators
Sell comprehensive digital courses
- Bundle multiple content types
- Interactive course materials
- Student access control
- Progress tracking
Curators & Educators
Share knowledge collections effectively
- Curated link collections
- Guided learning paths
- Monetize expertise
- Easy sharing