GUIDE

How to Sell Apps
You Built

You built an app — maybe with AI, maybe traditionally. Now turn it into a business with hosted checkout, license keys, and growth tools.

Then $1/mo for 3 months. No credit card required.

HOW IT WORKS

Get started in
5 steps.

01

Polish your app for sale

Ensure your app works reliably, has basic documentation, and solves a clear problem. It doesn't need to be perfect — a working MVP is enough to start selling.

02

Configure your pricing

Decide on one-time purchase, subscription, or both. Set your price based on value delivered. Create your storefront with professional landing pages.

03

Set up license key delivery

Configure automatic license key generation. Set device activation limits, expiration rules if needed, and integrate the validation API into your app.

04

Launch and share

Your checkout is ready. Share your link on social media, communities, Product Hunt — anywhere your potential customers hang out.

05

Iterate and grow

Use analytics to understand what's working. Add features based on customer feedback. Scale with affiliates and optimization.

01

Instant License Keys

Buyers receive unique license keys immediately after purchase. Configure device limits and expiration to match your business model.

02

Cross-Platform Support

Whether you built a desktop app, mobile app, or web app, Revnu's license system validates across all platforms.

03

AI-Friendly

Built an app with AI coding tools? Revnu is perfect for vibe-coded apps. No complex integration — just configure and sell.

04

Growth Analytics

Track sales, conversions, and customer behavior. Understand which marketing channels drive revenue.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Everything you need. Nothing you don't.

No piecing together 5 different tools. Revnu includes the complete infrastructure for selling software.

FeatureIncluded
Hosted Checkout
All plans
License Key Delivery
All plans
RevnuAuth SDK
All plans
Subscription Management
All plans
Affiliate System
All plans
Session Replays
Basic+
A/B Testing
Grow+
Custom Domains
All plans

STARTING PRICE

$1/mo for 3 months

Then from $12/mo. No long-term contracts. Cancel anytime.

Ready to start selling?
Start selling.

Then $1/mo for 3 months

PRO TIPS

Quick
wins.

01

Launch before it's perfect

Most successful apps grow over months, not launch day. Ship the MVP, get real feedback, iterate fast.

02

Price for value, not confidence

Imposter syndrome leads to underpricing. If your app saves 10 hours, that's worth $200+ to a business.

03

Build an email list first

Landing page before launch. Share progress publicly. Warm leads convert 10x better than cold traffic.

04

Early customers are gold

Listen to your first 10 buyers obsessively. They'll tell you what's missing, confusing, and worth paying more for.

PRICING

Simple, transparent
pricing.

Pricing

Pricing that
makes sense

No hidden fees. No surprises. Pay for what you use as you grow.

£1/mo for 3 months

Launch your first product in minutes

Starter

£7/mo
£81/year + 6% feeSave £27
  • Turn any app into a paid product
  • Hosted checkout & subscriptions
  • AI-generated landing page
  • Payments, tax & receipts handled
  • Basic analytics
£1/mo for 3 months

Turn your project into a real business

Basic

£29/mo
£351/year + 4% feeSave £117
  • Everything in Starter
  • AI Messaging Assistant
  • SEO-optimised pages (pSEO)
  • Multi-channel selling
  • Enhanced analytics
£1/mo for 3 months

Optimise conversion and scale revenue

Grow

£74/mo
£891/year + 3% feeSave £297
  • Everything in Basic
  • A/B testing built-in
  • Cohort & funnel analytics
  • Custom checkout
  • 5 team members

Operate at scale

Advanced

£224/mo
£2691/year + 2% feeSave £897
  • Everything in Grow
  • Experiments at scale
  • Unlimited AI & automations
  • Priority support
  • 15 team members

Prices shown are monthly equivalent when billed annually. All plans include a 3-day free trial.

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FAQ

Frequently asked
questions.

01

Can I sell apps built with AI/vibe coding?

Absolutely. Revnu doesn't care how your app was built — Cursor, Copilot, Claude, traditional coding. If it works and provides value, you can sell it.

02

How do I deliver desktop apps?

Provide download links on the purchase confirmation page and in receipt emails. Revnu delivers the license key automatically. Host your installer on GitHub releases, your own CDN, or cloud storage.

03

What about updates?

For one-time purchases, decide upfront what's included: lifetime updates, one year of updates, or major version upgrades as separate purchases. Communicate clearly on your sales page.

04

How many devices can a license key activate?

You configure this per product. Common limits are 1-3 devices. The license API tracks activations and enforces limits automatically.

05

Can I sell mobile apps?

Yes, though distribution differs from desktop. For Android, you can sell APKs directly. For iOS, you typically use TestFlight for beta/enterprise distribution or sell unlock codes for apps with in-app purchases.

06

What if my app is free with premium features?

Set up the premium features as a subscription product. Use the license API to check premium status in your app and unlock features accordingly.

07

How do I protect against piracy?

License keys with device limits provide reasonable protection. Balance protection against user friction — too aggressive and you hurt legitimate customers.

08

Can I sell on multiple platforms simultaneously?

Yes. You can list on Revnu while also distributing through app stores, other marketplaces, or direct sales. Many developers use Revnu for direct sales to capture higher margins.

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Start selling apps
today.

Hosted checkout, license keys, and subscriptions — all in one platform.

Then $1/mo for 3 months