Last updated: March 22, 2026
On a 150-ticket event at $30 a ticket, Eventbrite takes roughly $400 in fees. TixFox takes $58.50. That $341.50 difference is your entire catering budget, your photographer, or just money that stays yours.
If you've been putting off selling tickets because the setup sounds complicated or the fees feel punishing, this guide is the fix. It covers every step from creating your account to watching real-time sales roll in, using TixFox's Stripe-powered checkout. No technical experience needed. No monthly fees. Most organizers are live in under 20 minutes.
Step 1: Create Your Free TixFox Account
Go to TixFox.co and click "Start for Free." Sign up with your email address. No credit card required, no subscription to cancel later.
Your dashboard loads immediately. This is where you'll create events, set ticket types, and monitor sales. Free tickets cost you nothing to sell. Paid tickets carry a flat $0.39 fee per ticket sold. That's it. See the full fee breakdown if you want to run the math for your specific event size.
Step 2: Connect Stripe So You Actually Get Paid
TixFox processes payments through Stripe, which means your attendees' card details are handled by one of the most trusted payment processors in the world. TixFox never stores card information.
To connect:
Open "Payment Settings" in your dashboard.
Link an existing Stripe account or create one. The Stripe setup takes about five minutes.
Confirm the connection. You're now ready to accept credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
Once connected, Stripe deposits earnings directly into your bank account within two business days. You don't wait until after the event. Here's exactly how TixFox's fast payout works if payout timing is a concern for your cash flow.
Step 3: Build an Event Page That Actually Converts
A weak event page loses sales before checkout even loads. Here's how to build one that earns the click.
Fill In the Core Details
Click "Create Event" and work through the fields:
Title: Specific beats clever. "East Side Night Market, July 12" outperforms "A Night to Remember."
Description: Lead with what makes your event worth attending. One strong opening line, then the supporting details.
Date and time: Include start and end times. Ambiguity creates friction.
Location: For in-person events, use the full address. For virtual events, paste the Zoom or stream link.
Cover image: Upload at 1500x500px. Blurry headers kill credibility instantly.
Set Your Theme
Under the "Theme" tab, choose a pre-built option like Sunset Gradient or Golden Hour, or input your own HEX codes under "Custom." Changes preview in real time. A branded page converts better than a blank one. See all TixFox customization options.
Set Up Ticket Types
This is where most first-time organizers undercharge or over-complicate things. Keep it simple to start:
Title: General Admission, Early Bird, VIP. Clear labels, no jargon.
Price: Fixed or "Pay What You Can" for community events.
Quantity: Setting a cap creates genuine urgency. If you have 80 seats, set 80 tickets.
Sales window: Open early-bird tickets for two weeks, then switch to standard pricing automatically.
A few optional settings worth knowing about: you can hide ticket types until you're ready to reveal them, pass processing fees to buyers or absorb them yourself, and add a checkout description that lists specific perks like "Includes a welcome drink and reserved seating."
Step 4: Publish and Start Selling
Click the three-dot menu on your event card and select "Publish Event." Your event page goes live with a unique link you can share anywhere.
Where to send that link:
Social media: A teaser video or behind-the-scenes photo outperforms a plain text post every time.
Email list: Personal invites to existing contacts convert better than cold ads.
Partners and collaborators: Ask your speakers, sponsors, or vendors to share with their audiences. Each share is free reach.
One thing that consistently drives urgency: showing ticket quantity. "Only 22 tickets left" is more motivating than a countdown timer, because it's real.
Step 5: Watch Sales and Prepare for a Smooth Event Day
Your dashboard updates in real time. You can see exactly how many tickets have sold, total revenue after fees, and attendee details including email addresses for pre-event communication.
For private or invite-only events, enable a passcode lock so the ticket page is only visible to people you've given the code. This works well for corporate events, private workshops, or fundraisers with a curated guest list.
On event day, use the TixFox mobile check-in app to scan QR codes at the door. Volunteers can run it from their phones. No dedicated hardware, no rented scanners.
Three Things That Actually Move Ticket Sales
Most "event marketing" advice is generic. Here are three specific tactics that work in practice:
Early-bird windows work when they're short. A two-week early-bird period with 20% off drives more sales than a six-week window. The longer the window, the less urgent it feels.
Social proof is concrete, not vague. "90% sold" works. "Tickets going fast" doesn't. Share a real number when you hit a milestone and people respond to it.
Revenue add-ons have high margins. Parking passes, merchandise, or a VIP upgrade at checkout add revenue without adding event costs. TixFox's add-on feature lets you attach these directly to the checkout flow. Most organizers who use it see meaningful per-ticket revenue increases.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does TixFox charge to sell tickets online with Stripe? TixFox charges $0.39 per paid ticket sold. Free tickets are always free. There are no monthly fees, no setup costs, and no percentage taken from your ticket price. Stripe's standard processing fees apply separately to card transactions.
How fast do I get paid after someone buys a ticket? Stripe deposits earnings into your linked bank account within two business days of each transaction. You don't wait until after your event closes.
Can I customize the checkout experience? Yes. You can add a refund policy, ask custom questions at checkout (dietary restrictions, T-shirt size, accessibility needs), adjust the session timer for high-demand events, and pass processing fees to buyers or absorb them yourself.
Is attendee payment information secure? Stripe is PCI-DSS Level 1 certified, which is the highest available security standard for payment processing. TixFox never stores card details. Your attendees' information doesn't pass through TixFox's servers during checkout.
What if I'm selling tickets to a free event? TixFox charges nothing for free tickets. $0, with no catches.
Can I run a private event where only invited guests can buy tickets? Yes. Enable a passcode on your event and only share the code with your intended guest list. The event page won't be accessible to the public without it.
Ready to Go Live?
Most organizers spend more time reading about ticketing platforms than it takes to actually set one up on TixFox. The math is simple, the setup is fast, and the fees are transparent.
Create your free TixFox account and go live today. No credit card required.
Questions? Reach the TixFox support team at [email protected] or via live chat on the site.
