[FAQ]

Hi,

My friends and I are planning to host a small art workshop here in Manila, and we want to use a Facebook Event to sell the tickets. I see the option to set a price directly on the event page, which looks super easy. But I’m worried there might be hidden charges.

Does anyone know if Facebook takes a percentage or a fee from the ticket sales? We have a tight budget, so I need to know the exact costs before we start promoting.

[Jeff Bullas]

It’s a crucial question to ask before you lock in your budget and ticket price.

The Short Answer: Yes, Facebook does charge fees for tickets sold on its platform, which are typically a combination of a payment processing fee and a service fee.

These fees are for the convenience of using their integrated system to monetise the text and image content that makes up your event page.

It is standard for any online ticketing platform to charge for this service, and the total fee is deducted from your ticket revenue before the payout. The exact percentage can vary based on your location and current policies, so there isn’t one single global rate. However, the most important thing to know is that Facebook will show you a full breakdown of all fees and your estimated payout per ticket during the event setup process, before you finalise and publish it. My strong advice is to walk through the setup steps to see the precise calculation for yourself, which will allow you to adjust your ticket price to cover the fees if needed.

Cheers,

Jeff

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