Fixed recurring pricing
Fixed recurring pricing is Recurly's most straightforward billing model — a set charge billed at regular intervals, with the flexibility to support add-ons, multiple billing periods, and quantity control. Whether you're running a simple monthly subscription or a complex multi-term commitment, this model gives you a reliable foundation.
Available on all Recurly plans
Definition
Fixed recurring pricing is a billing model where subscribers pay a set amount at regular intervals for access to a product or service. It supports optional or required add-ons, multiple billing periods, and quantity controls — making it adaptable to a wide range of subscription structures without sacrificing predictability.
Key benefits
Simplicity
Easy to set up — all you need is a base charge to get started. No complex configuration required for straightforward subscriptions.
Add-on flexibility
Attach optional or required add-ons to any plan to offer additional services or features at an extra cost — increasing revenue without creating new plans.
Customization
Supports simple single-period subscriptions and complex, long-term commitments with multiple billing periods — all within the same model.
Quantity control
Choose whether subscribers can set their own quantity at sign-up or lock it to a fixed amount — giving you full control over the billing process.
Key details
Fixed recurring pricing works by anchoring every subscription to a base charge that repeats on a schedule you define. Add-ons extend the model naturally: an optional "premium support" add-on, for example, bills each month on top of the base charge without requiring a separate plan.
Industry examples
| Industry | Example |
| Streaming media | Twitch charges $4.99/month |
| Consumer goods | Bark charges $5/month for their Junior Subscription |
| Services | FitForMe charges $11.65/month |
Set up fixed recurring pricing
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Set subscription terms
Define whether your subscription is a simple single-period plan or a longer-term commitment with multiple billing periods. See Subscription Billing Terms for full configuration details.
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Control quantity selection
If you're using Recurly Checkout, go to the checkout configuration page and set the Quantity field to editable or fixed. Locking quantity ensures consistency in billing; allowing it lets subscribers choose their own quantity at sign-up and can increase revenue.
Updated 6 days ago