Since 2022, Tebex is the only legally permitted monetisation method for FiveM server perks. Using PayPal, Patreon or direct payment for in-game benefits violates Cfx.re's terms and can result in your server key being revoked. This guide covers what you can legally sell, how to set up your store and the pricing strategies that convert.
What You Can Legally Sell
Tebex's FiveM rules permit selling:
- Cosmetic items: custom clothing, vehicle liveries, character skins, weapon skins
- Priority queue: VIP players skip the queue, not a gameplay advantage
- Discord roles: in-server role tied to purchase, with associated cosmetic benefits
- Whitelist job access: exclusive or early access to a job that is not publicly available
- Donation acknowledgment: in-character thank you, name on a board, custom plate
What you cannot sell: in-game currency, weapons, items, god mode or any mechanic that creates pay-to-win advantage. Loot boxes with randomised rewards are also prohibited.
Setting Up Your Tebex Store
- Create an account at tebex.io.
- Add your game server: Game Server → Add → FiveM.
- Install the Tebex resource on your FiveM server:
ensure tebex-txadmin. - In the Tebex dashboard, create your packages with pricing, descriptions and delivery commands.
- Test a purchase in Tebex sandbox mode before going live.
Pricing Strategy
New server operators consistently overprice their packages. The conversion reality:
- $5–10: highest conversion rate — impulse purchase range
- $10–20: standard range — players evaluate before buying
- $20–50: considered purchase — needs strong social proof
- Over $50: only works once your server is established
Start with two tiers: a $7 cosmetic bundle and a $15 VIP package. Do not launch with five tiers — split testing comes after you have traffic.
What Converts Best
Custom vehicles and skins are the highest-converting VIP perks because they are visible to other players — every player who sees the custom skin is passive advertising for your store. Unique vehicle liveries tied to a VIP package consistently outperform job-whitelist packages on servers with under 200 concurrent players.
Whitelisted job access is the second-strongest converter on roleplay servers. A "Business Owner" or "Pilot" whitelist that is not publicly available creates scarcity that drives purchase.
Growing Revenue Over Time
Monthly recurring packages (VIP subscription at $7/month) outperform one-time purchases on established servers. Players who subscribe once tend to stay subscribed for 3–6 months — far higher lifetime value than a $15 one-time purchase.
Once your store generates revenue, reinvest in higher-quality scripts and custom content — the quality of the scripts you run directly determines how much players value the VIP experience you are selling. Browse production-grade FiveM scripts in the FiveMotive shop.
FAQ
What is the main point of How to Monetize Your FiveM Server with Tebex in 2026?
Tebex is the only legal monetization method for FiveM server perks. This guide covers what you can sell, how to set up your store and the pricing strategies that actually convert.
Is this guide updated for FiveM in 2026?
Yes. The article is written for current FiveM server owners in 2026, with recommendations focused on txAdmin, modern frameworks, resource performance, database reliability, and stable RP server operation.
Does this apply to ESX, QBCore, and Qbox servers?
Most guidance applies to modern FiveM servers using ESX, QBCore, or Qbox. When a recommendation is framework-specific, the article calls that out directly.
What should I do after reading this guide?
After reading, the best next step is to apply the checklist on a test server, verify console errors, and then connect this guide with the related setup, optimization, and framework articles on FiveMotive.