Protection Fee by Deal Size
Tiered pricing — larger deals cost less percentage-wise.
Under ₹10,000
Perfect for small freelance tasks and quick purchases.
₹10,000 – ₹50,000
Ideal for medium-sized projects and service contracts.
Above ₹50,000
Best for large deals, B2B contracts, and high-value sales.
All fees include 18% GST
Fee Calculator
See exactly what you'll pay for different deal amounts.
Example: For a ₹20,000 deal, the buyer pays ₹20,000 + ₹708 fee = ₹20,708 total. The seller receives ₹20,000 directly.
What's Included
Every protected deal includes these features at no extra cost:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a fee to create a deal?↓
No. Creating a deal on GuardPe is completely free. You only pay the protection fee when a deal is funded (when the buyer makes payment into escrow).
Who pays the protection fee?↓
Typically, whoever funds the deal (usually the buyer) pays the protection fee. However, sellers can choose to cover the fee as a business expense or include it in their pricing.
Are there any hidden charges?↓
No. The protection fee is clearly displayed before you create or fund a deal. The only additional charge is 18% GST on the protection fee. There are no setup fees, monthly fees, or withdrawal fees.
What happens to the fee if a deal is cancelled?↓
If a deal is cancelled before the buyer funds, no fee is charged. If a deal is cancelled after funding, the fee is not refunded as it covers the cost of maintaining the escrow and dispute resolution availability.
How is the fee calculated for milestone payments?↓
Each milestone is treated as a separate transaction. The fee is calculated based on each milestone amount individually, not the total project value.
Is GST included in the protection fee?↓
No, GST (18%) is charged additionally on the protection fee. For example, on a ₹20,000 deal with 3% fee: ₹600 + 18% GST (₹108) = ₹708 total fee.
Do you offer volume discounts?↓
The tiered pricing already provides lower rates for higher amounts. For enterprise clients with very high volumes, please contact us for custom pricing.
How do I pay the protection fee?↓
The protection fee is automatically calculated and added when funding a deal. It's deducted from the funded amount before escrow, so you don't need to pay separately.
Start Protecting Your Deals
Create your first deal for free. Pay only when funded.
Questions? Contact us