What is Subscription Billing?

Subscription Billing is a payment method where customers are charged at regular intervals—monthly, quarterly, or annually—for ongoing access to products or services. 

This model is common in;

• SaaS platforms, 

• streaming services, and 

• Membership-based businesses. 

Subscription billing ensures consistent revenue for companies and provides convenience for customers, who benefit from uninterrupted service without needing to renew manually.

Subscription Billing vs. Recurring Billing

• Subscription Billing charges a fixed fee regularly for access to a service or product.

• Recurring Billing is broader and can include variable charges, such as usage-based billing or pay-as-you-go models.

For example:

Subscription Billing: A SaaS platform charging $20 per month.

Recurring Billing: A cloud service provider billing based on the amount of storage used monthly.

Both models cater to different customer needs but share the goal of simplifying billing processes.