Paddle
The All-in-One Payments & Tax Solution
Stop worrying about global sales tax, billing, and compliance. Paddle acts as your Merchant of Record, handling the legal complexities so you can focus on building your SaaS.
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What You'll Need
Ready to apply? Here is the checklist of information and documents you should have prepared before you begin the Paddle application.
Global Tax & MoR Advantage
How Paddle handles your global tax burden compared to standard gateways like Stripe:
Tax Liability Transfer
Paddle is legally responsible for calculating, collecting, and remitting Sales Tax and VAT in every jurisdiction. You get one payment from Paddle, and they handle the rest.
Automatic Compliance
No need to register for VAT in the EU or Sales Tax in various US states. Paddle's MoR model covers you globally from day one, saving thousands in compliance costs.
Onboarding Timeline
| Step | Estimated Time |
|---|---|
| Account Application | 10 Minutes |
| Business Review & Approval | 1–3 Business Days |
| Integration & Sandbox Testing | 1–2 Days |
| Live Processing | Instant after approval |
The Recommended SaaS Stack
Firstbase
Paddle
Mercury
Xero
Build Your Complete US SaaS Infrastructure
By combining Firstbase for incorporation, Paddle for payments/tax, and Mercury for banking, you create a fully compliant global business from your bedroom.
After You Set Up Paddle
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Paddle support my country?
Paddle supports founders from 200+ countries. As long as your business is registered in a supported jurisdiction (like the US, UK, or most of Europe), you can use Paddle regardless of your physical location.
How is Paddle different from Stripe?
Stripe is a Payment Service Provider (PSP). You are the seller, and you are responsible for tax compliance. Paddle is a Merchant of Record (MoR). Paddle is the seller of record, meaning they take on the legal tax liability on your behalf.
What are the fees?
Paddle typically charges 5% + $0.50 per transaction. While higher than standard processors, this includes all tax compliance, dunning, and global billing infrastructure costs.