Getting Started with Tebex
Tebex is the official marketplace for FiveM scripts and the primary platform for monetizing your development work. To start selling, create a Tebex account, set up your store, and apply for the FiveM asset program through your Cfx.re forum account. The approval process requires demonstrating that your scripts are original, functional, and meet quality standards. Once approved, you can list your resources on the Tebex marketplace where thousands of server owners actively browse for new scripts to enhance their communities.
Pricing Your Scripts
Pricing FiveM scripts requires balancing market expectations with the value your work provides. Research competing scripts in the same category to understand typical price ranges. Simple utility scripts might sell for five to fifteen euros, while complex systems like phone scripts, inventory frameworks, or job packages can command thirty to eighty euros or more. Consider offering tiered pricing with basic and premium versions, where the basic version includes core functionality and the premium adds advanced features, priority support, or additional customization options.
Escrow vs Non-Escrow
Tebex offers two distribution methods: escrow and non-escrow. Escrow scripts are encrypted by Tebex and can only run on servers that have purchased a license through Keymaster. This protects your source code from theft and unauthorized redistribution. Non-escrow scripts deliver the raw source files, making them easier for buyers to modify but vulnerable to piracy. For premium scripts where source protection is important, escrow is strongly recommended. For open-source or community tools, non-escrow with a permissive license might attract more users and build your reputation.
Marketing and Visibility
Creating a great script is only half the battle. Invest in professional presentation with clear screenshots, detailed feature lists, and demo videos showing your script in action. Write thorough descriptions that address common buyer questions about framework compatibility, performance impact, and customization options. Engage with the FiveM development community on forums and Discord servers. Offer free resources alongside your paid work to build trust and demonstrate your coding quality. Active developers with good reputations consistently outsell anonymous sellers.
Support and Updates
Post-sale support is critical for building a sustainable FiveM development business. Set up a Discord server with a ticket system for customer support. Provide clear documentation including installation guides, configuration references, and troubleshooting steps. Release regular updates that add features, fix bugs, and maintain compatibility with framework changes. Customers who receive good support leave positive reviews, recommend your scripts to other server owners, and return to buy your new releases. Think of each sale as the beginning of a customer relationship, not a one-time transaction.