Is ClubDesk really free?+
Yes! ClubDesk is completely free forever. No subscription fees, no hidden costs, no credit card required. You only pay standard Stripe fees when processing online payments (typically 1.4% + 20p per transaction in the UK).
What are the payment processing fees?+
ClubDesk uses Stripe for online payment processing. Stripe charges standard fees (typically 1.4% + 20p per transaction in the UK, or 2.9% + 30¢ in the US). These fees only apply when you process online payments. If you record cash or bank transfer payments, there are no fees.
Are there any limits on bookings or users?+
No! ClubDesk is free with no limits on bookings, activities, attendees, or admin users. Use it as much as you need, completely free.
Do I need a credit card to sign up?+
No credit card required! You can sign up and use ClubDesk completely free. If you want to accept online payments, you'll need to connect a Stripe account (which also doesn't require a credit card to set up).
Will ClubDesk always be free?+
Yes, we're committed to keeping ClubDesk free forever. Our mission is to help activity providers succeed, not to profit from their success. We have no plans to introduce subscription fees.
What's the catch?+
There's no catch! ClubDesk is genuinely free. We believe that great software should be accessible to everyone. The only costs are standard Stripe fees when you process online payments, which you'd pay with any payment processor.
How does ClubDesk make money?+
ClubDesk doesn't charge activity providers. We're focused on building the best platform for clubs and schools. Our business model is sustainable without charging our users.
Can I use ClubDesk without online payments?+
Absolutely! You can use ClubDesk completely free to manage bookings, attendees, and communications. Record cash payments, bank transfers, and other offline payment methods—all without any fees.