Create Prepaid Plan
Set up prepaid subscription plans with upfront payment
Let customers pay upfront for multiple deliveries - higher revenue, lower churn.
Why Prepaid Plans
Higher Upfront Revenue
Customers pay for several months in advance
Reduced Churn
Prepaid commitments keep customers longer
Better Forecasting
Prepaid orders simplify inventory planning
Automatic Deliveries
One payment, multiple shipments
Best for: Consumables and repeat-use products - beauty, supplements, pet care, household goods.
Setup Guide
Create New Plan
Go to Subscribfy → Subscription Plans → Create Subscription Plan.
Select Prepaid Subscription as the plan type.
Name your plan clearly, e.g., "3-Month Prepaid - Monthly Delivery"
Select Products
Choose which products to include in this prepaid plan.
| Option | When to use |
|---|---|
| One-time and Subscription | Let customers choose how to buy |
| Subscription Only | Force subscription-only purchase |
Configure Delivery Schedule
Set how often customers receive their products.
Example configurations:
| Prepaid Period | Delivery Frequency | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 3 months | Every 1 month | 3 deliveries |
| 6 months | Every 2 months | 3 deliveries |
| 12 months | Every 1 month | 12 deliveries |
Important: Billing period must be a multiple of delivery period.
Set Pricing & Discounts
Configure the prepaid price and any discounts.
| Discount Type | Example |
|---|---|
| Percentage | 10% off total |
| Fixed amount | $5 off per delivery |
| Free shipping | Include shipping in prepaid price |
Offer bigger discounts for longer prepaid periods to encourage commitment.
Save & Publish
Click Save to activate your prepaid plan.
Your product pages will automatically show the prepaid option.
Changes take effect immediately on your storefront.
What Customers See
On Product Page
Prepaid option appears with total price and savings highlighted.
+------------------------------------------+
| Subscribe & Save |
| |
| ○ Monthly - $29.99/month |
| ● 3-Month Prepaid - $79.99 (Save 11%) |
| ○ 6-Month Prepaid - $149.99 (Save 17%) |
| |
| [Add to Cart] |
+------------------------------------------+At Checkout
Single payment for all deliveries.
After Purchase
Deliveries ship automatically on schedule. Customer can manage in their portal.
Common Questions
Valid Schedule Examples
The billing period must divide evenly into delivery periods.
| Configuration | Valid? | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Prepaid 3 months, deliver monthly | Yes | 3 ÷ 1 = 3 deliveries |
| Prepaid 6 months, deliver every 2 months | Yes | 6 ÷ 2 = 3 deliveries |
| Prepaid 1 month, deliver every 10 days | No | 30 ÷ 10 = 3, but use days not months |
| Prepaid 30 days, deliver every 10 days | Yes | 30 ÷ 10 = 3 deliveries |
Tip: Use the same time unit for both billing and delivery (days with days, months with months).
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