Accept One-Time Payments in Your Discord Server
Sell lifetime memberships, coaching programs, courses, and event access. Members pay once and get instant access—no recurring billing.
One-time payments included in Large plan ($89/mo) • Unlimited one-time tiers
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"PayBot simplified our entire subscription process. We set it up in minutes and now manage over 200 premium members effortlessly."
"The tier grouping feature has increased our revenue by 40%. Members can easily upgrade their subscriptions without any friction."
"Our members love how easy it is to subscribe. The seamless role assignment and checkout process has boosted our conversion rate significantly."
Why One-Time Payments?
Not everything should be a monthly subscription
Higher upfront revenue
Charge $500-$5,000 once instead of $50/month. Front-load cash flow for your business and deliver transformational value.
Less subscription fatigue
Members prefer paying once for courses, programs, and lifetime access. No monthly "am I getting value?" anxiety.
Perfect for cohorts & programs
12-week coaching programs, online courses, and transformation programs work better with one-time pricing.
Combine with subscriptions
Use one-time for program entry ($2,500), then offer recurring mastermind ($97/mo) for ongoing support.
What You Can Sell with One-Time Payments
Coaching Programs
$1,000 - $5,000 typical
12-week transformation programs, group coaching, or business intensives delivered via Discord with lifetime community access after completion.
Course Access
$97 - $997 typical
Sell lifetime access to private Discord channels as part of your online course. Students get permanent Q&A and networking.
Mastermind Entry Fees
$3,000 - $10,000+ typical
Charge a one-time entry fee for exclusive masterminds, then offer ongoing monthly dues as a separate recurring tier.
Event Tickets
$97 - $497 typical
Virtual summits, workshops, or conferences with Discord access for live event networking and post-event community.
Lifetime Memberships
$497 - $1,997 typical
Offer lifetime community access as a premium alternative to monthly subscriptions. Higher price, zero churn.
Certification Programs
$500 - $2,000 typical
Sell certification training with ongoing access to alumni channels, job boards, and professional networking.
How One-Time Payments Work
Same seamless experience as subscriptions—but they pay once
Configure one-time tier
In /setup, create a membership tier and select "One-Time Payment". Set your price ($97, $497, $2,500—whatever makes sense).
Member sees both options
When someone runs /subscription, they see both one-time and recurring tiers. They choose what fits their needs.
One-time Stripe checkout
They're taken to Stripe checkout for a single payment. No recurring billing is set up—just one charge.
Instant role assignment
PayBot assigns their Discord role immediately after payment. By default, access is permanent (unless you set expiration).
One-Time Payment Features
Lifetime access by default
Members pay once and keep their role forever. Perfect for courses, programs, and premium communities with no time limit.
Optional time-limited access
Set role expiration for event tickets (30 days), program duration (12 weeks), or trial periods before upgrade prompts.
Stripe one-time payments
Standard Stripe checkout with no recurring billing. Supports all payment methods (cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay).
Payment links included
Share payment links on your website, social media, or email to sell one-time access outside Discord.
Mix with recurring tiers
Offer both one-time and subscription options. Members choose what works best for them.
Automatic role management
Roles assigned instantly after payment, removed on refund. Zero manual work for you.
One-Time vs Subscription Revenue
Why high-ticket one-time payments can generate more revenue faster
Subscription Model
$47/month membership
One-Time + Subscription
$2,500 program + $97/mo mastermind
Example calculation from coaching community selling 12-week transformation programs with optional ongoing mastermind.
💡 Share One-Time Payment Links Anywhere
Generate payment links for your one-time tiers and share on your website, social media, or email campaigns. Perfect for driving course and program sales.
Learn About Payment Links →Real One-Time Payment Examples
Business Coaching Program
$119,820/year
Pricing: $1,997 one-time for 8-week program + lifetime community
Volume: 4 cohorts/year, 15 students each = 60 students
Upsell: 50% join $197/mo mastermind after = $70,920/year recurring
Total: $190,740/year from ~150 active members
Course Creator
$118,680/year
Pricing: $497 course + Discord, $997 advanced course
Volume: 100 basic + 40 advanced courses sold
Upsell: 25 join $97/mo ongoing mastermind
$89,580 one-time + $29,100/year recurring
High-Ticket Mastermind
$342,560/year
Pricing: $5,000 entry fee + $297/mo ongoing dues
Volume: 40 members per year (exclusive positioning)
Result: $200,000 entry fees + $142,560 recurring
From just 40 high-level entrepreneurs
Setting Up One-Time Payments
Add PayBot and Connect Stripe
Install PayBot in your server and run /setup to connect your Stripe account (or create one if you don't have it).
2 minutesCreate Discord Role & Channels
Set up the role for your one-time purchasers (e.g., @Graduate, @Course Student) and exclusive channels they'll access.
3 minutesConfigure One-Time Tier
In /setup → Add One-Time, set your price, select the role, write benefits description. PayBot creates the Stripe product.
2 minutesShare with Your Audience
Members use /subscription in Discord or click your payment link from your website. They pay once, get instant access.
Done!One-Time Payments Included in Large Plan
Create unlimited one-time purchase tiers alongside subscriptions
Free
Test with up to 3 subscribers
- ❌ One-time payments
- ✓ Recurring subscriptions only
Small Server
Up to 150 subscribers
- ❌ One-time payments
- ✓ Payment links
- ✓ Recurring subscriptions
Large Server
Unlimited subscribers + one-time payments
- ✓ One-time payments
- ✓ Payment links
- ✓ Recurring subscriptions
- ✓ Unlimited tiers
Stripe's payment processing fees apply separately (2.9% + $0.30 per transaction in US)
One-Time Payment Questions
Can I charge more than $5,000 for a one-time purchase?
Yes. If you're delivering $50,000+ of value (business transformation, executive coaching), charge accordingly. High-level masterminds regularly charge $10,000-$25,000 entry fees.
Is access permanent or time-limited?
Your choice. By default, one-time purchases grant permanent access (lifetime). You can optionally set role expiration for event tickets, trial periods, or program durations.
Can I combine one-time payment with a recurring subscription?
Absolutely. Create both as separate tiers (e.g., $5,000 entry fee + $297/month ongoing). This is the recommended high-ticket model.
What happens if someone requests a refund?
Issue the refund in your Stripe dashboard. PayBot automatically removes their Discord role within minutes. Clean and automatic.
Can I offer payment plans instead of one payment?
You can simulate payment plans by creating a subscription tier (e.g., $550/month × 5 months). When complete, manually upgrade them to permanent access.
Do payment links work for one-time purchases?
Yes! Share payment links on your website, social media, or email. Perfect for driving course and program sales outside Discord.
How do I upgrade someone from a program to mastermind?
Use tier groups to link your one-time tier (e.g., @Graduate) with your recurring mastermind tier. Members keep their original role when they upgrade.
Is there a limit on how many one-time tiers I can create?
No limit on the Large plan. Create as many as you need for different programs, courses, events, and membership levels.
📖 Deep Dive: High-Ticket One-Time Purchases Guide
Learn advanced strategies for selling $500-$5,000+ programs on Discord, including cohort launches, upsell paths, and real revenue models.
Read Complete Guide →Ready to Accept One-Time Payments in Discord?
Large plan includes unlimited one-time purchase tiers. Start selling courses, programs, and lifetime access today.