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🏷 Why Ticket Fees Are Now Visible

As per FTC government regulations, ticket fees are now displayed next to each ticket price.

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Written by Jess
Updated over 3 months ago

πŸ’³ What Fees Are Shown

  • Stripe processing fee (2.9% + $0.30 per ticket, or applicable regional rate)

  • EventCreate fee, if applicable

Previously, Stripe’s fee was only visible at checkout:


βš–οΈ Why the Change Happened

This update is part of new U.S. government FTC regulations on ticket transparency. These rules require all fees to be disclosed upfront, so attendees know the full cost before purchasing.


βœ… Benefits for Event Organizers and Attendees

  • Attendees: See the total cost before checkout, reducing surprise charges.

  • Organizers: Align with legal requirements and build trust with ticket buyers.


πŸ“Œ Key Takeaway

  • Any ticket sold through EventCreate will now show all applicable fees next to the ticket price, making the checkout process clearer and fully transparent.

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