So does this cover all Google Drive Folders? For example if we wanted to put an MP3, a short video, and a PDF into a folder we could then have the buyer added to view the folder and download the contents inside?
If I want to sell calculators or trackers made on Google Sheets, can I use onlysheets? I want the users to still be able to input their date into the sheets. I'm not quite sure what OnlySheets does. Does it protect the content as well so users cannot copy them, or does it just put the sheets behind a paywall, and the app simply gives a user access to it after making a payment?
A: only sheets simply gives a user access to it after making a payment. Only sheets does not prevent viewers or editors from copying your sheet or content. You can set that off for viewers if you would like, in the share settings of a sheet.
Will your software hide the original script code? I have a created a a system but don’t have it as add on , will your software be able to hide the original code and protect it from reselling it? Can I also revoke access if needed when selling via Gumroad?
A: only sheets does not hide code of your spreadsheet. In order to do that I'd suggest creating a google sheets add-on. yes you can revoke access from anyone in your sheets.
A: Only Sheets offers protection of the sheet itself. The contents of the sheet are available to buyers. Those buyers can copy/paste and copy the sheet to their own google drive. Just like purchasing an image or video online.
A: When someone normally sells a sheet, they set their sheet to anyone with the link. What OnlySheets allows you to do, is keep that restricted. OnlySheets will add each new buyer as a viewer to the sheet. Each time someone buys your sheet only they have access to the original.
Yes someone can, and should copy the sheet to their own google drive. But then they can't share the link of the original to anyone else. Well they could but it would be restricted.
A sheet seller usually can keep their own brand protected by updating often, and even making sure their branding is all over sheet not for if people share it, but when they do.
I'm guessing there's no chance to turn off the "Download" and "Make a Copy" options for "purchasers," correct?
Q: What with WooCommerce or other payment methods?
What with WooCommerce or other payment methods? Any plans? The idea is very interesting, but I try to keep the applications to a minimum - I don't want to use Gumroad.
Hi Andrew just to clarify, buyers can see each others mail addresses when they click on "share"? Thats a big nono in terms of GDPR... Im interested if there is a solution for this. Thanks
The solution to this is that you create a unique sheet for each individual buyer. OnlySheets 2.0 has that now. You can set up in your settings "unique" copy is created each time a buyer buys and then they can access that sheet.
A: Hi, there is a demo free sheet you can see on OnlySheets.bettersheets.co You'll be able to see that you can't access the sheet, then buy the free sheet, and it gives you access. Each individual person buying the sheet gets added so it's hard to show the blocked access, the unlocking, and the new access you gain in a video.
A: Yes you can use any payment processor that sends a webhook, or use Zapier. and Yes you can sell a custom script. I'd also recommend distributing a custom script as a Google Sheet Add-on if you can.
Can I use this for multiple independent apps GSheets?
2. Would I be able to change a subscription instead of one-time fee?
3. Can I prevent download/copy of the file? Like I give access to a dashboard as a subscription, but don’t want to allow copy or download of it.
4. Would I be able to modify the scrip code? I am wondering how difficult would it be for me to add other payment processors as Paddle or Lemon Squeezy.
5. Do you think I would be able to integrate this with a web app generated with frontly (another AS offer)?
A: Yes you can use OnlySheets with any number of sheets you want to sell or give away. You can also use it for multiple gdrives, one copy of onlysheets for each gdrive. The OnlySheets you use, needs to be the same owner as the Drive you use (so that you have admin ability to give access). You can charge a subscription yes, the payment method does not matter. Once a customer pays, the OnlySheets adds the customer's email to the sheet access and sends an email.
You can prevent download/copy directly in a google sheet itself. In share settings uncheck that they have the ability to copy/download. OnlySheets does not provide this functionality because it's already in your Google Sheets.
Yes you can modify the script code as you wish. You can add more payment processors if they use Webhooks. Once you buy look at how Zapier is integrated or Stripe, and then let me know if you can't figure it out. Email me anytime and I'm happy to help with Paddle or Lemon Squeezy as long as they have webhooks available. Gumroad uses Gumroad Ping and is fairly straight forward. I give you videos on all of the payment processors Gumroad, Stripe, Zapier.
A: You should have gotten an email about the new version. It's all your for free. No new purchase is needed. Email me anytime and I'll make sure you get access to 2.0 version.
A: The new version does support webhooks. That's how I integrate with Zapier. You can look at the step-by-step guide to Zapier Integration and usually can use that to modify your own webhook integration anywhere on line.
And I'm definitely interested in jumping in! But i have one question: Can't someone with 'View Only' access to the sheet... can't they still download the sheet and/or make a copy of it?
A: Yes, once someone buys, they have access so they can download and copy. That is what I want customers to do with the sheets I sell myself. I just don't want the original sheet to be available to anyone with the link.
A: Gumroad is the payment processor so they don't charge cc transaction fees. It's free to post your product on Gumroad. not sure what the issue is. You'll be charged no matter what. Yes you can sell your products via Stripe as well, but then you'll have to host the files and fulfill the delivery. Stripe fees are 2.9% plus 30 cents.
Sell some products for over $100 and the fees are fine. If you're selling products for tens of thousands of dollars then hire a developer to build out a cart system for the 10%.
In my experience, Gumroad fees have been fine. In the end it's all profit. Less than app store fees. I just wish the product was better, not cheaper.
Q: Google Drive Folders
So does this cover all Google Drive Folders? For example if we wanted to put an MP3, a short video, and a PDF into a folder we could then have the buyer added to view the folder and download the contents inside?
Andrew_BetterSheets
Jul 7, 2025A: yes exactly that. You can add items to a google drive folder and then give access based on payment via OnlySheets.
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Q: can onlysheets help me
If I want to sell calculators or trackers made on Google Sheets, can I use onlysheets?
I want the users to still be able to input their date into the sheets.
I'm not quite sure what OnlySheets does. Does it protect the content as well so users cannot copy them, or does it just put the sheets behind a paywall, and the app simply gives a user access to it after making a payment?
Andrew_BetterSheets
Apr 29, 2025A: only sheets simply gives a user access to it after making a payment. Only sheets does not prevent viewers or editors from copying your sheet or content. You can set that off for viewers if you would like, in the share settings of a sheet.
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Q: Hide Script code
Hello,
Will your software hide the original script code? I have a created a a system but don’t have it as add on , will your software be able to hide the original code and protect it from reselling it? Can I also revoke access if needed when selling via Gumroad?
Andrew_BetterSheets
Apr 29, 2025A: only sheets does not hide code of your spreadsheet.
In order to do that I'd suggest creating a google sheets add-on.
yes you can revoke access from anyone in your sheets.
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Q: Copy protect?
Does this offer sheet protection of a sheets content, or can a buyer just copy/paste the contents into their own google sheet?
Some sort of demo would be helpful.
Andrew_BetterSheets
Apr 7, 2025A: Only Sheets offers protection of the sheet itself. The contents of the sheet are available to buyers. Those buyers can copy/paste and copy the sheet to their own google drive. Just like purchasing an image or video online.
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Q: How does this stop someone from copying or sharing your sheets?
How does this stop someone from copying or sharing your sheets?
Andrew_BetterSheets
Apr 7, 2025A: When someone normally sells a sheet, they set their sheet to anyone with the link. What OnlySheets allows you to do, is keep that restricted. OnlySheets will add each new buyer as a viewer to the sheet. Each time someone buys your sheet only they have access to the original.
Yes someone can, and should copy the sheet to their own google drive. But then they can't share the link of the original to anyone else. Well they could but it would be restricted.
A sheet seller usually can keep their own brand protected by updating often, and even making sure their branding is all over sheet not for if people share it, but when they do.
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Q: google docs?
any chance Google docs are on the menu?
If I give something away for free via Gumroad, will it also work the same?
Andrew_BetterSheets
Jan 3, 2025A: Yes google docs works with Only Sheets. Yes can work with free items on Gumroad.
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I'm guessing there's no chance to turn off the "Download" and "Make a Copy" options for "purchasers," correct?
Q: What with WooCommerce or other payment methods?
What with WooCommerce or other payment methods? Any plans? The idea is very interesting, but I try to keep the applications to a minimum - I don't want to use Gumroad.
Andrew_BetterSheets
Jan 3, 2025A: You can use any payment source you want if you can use Zapier too.
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Q: Is there no use case for this if there is no money involved in the transaction?
Say one link and only one download allowed per Google (or your) link?
Ty
Andrew_BetterSheets
Jan 3, 2025A: You can give away free products on Gumroad and OnlySheets still works.
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Q: If a user buy a sheet, when they open it and go to "Sahre" are they able to see the other users emails that have bought the same sheet?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: I think so. It's quite a wierd thing in google sheets. because google Sheets are essentially open and used in the cloud.
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Hi Andrew just to clarify, buyers can see each others mail addresses when they click on "share"? Thats a big nono in terms of GDPR... Im interested if there is a solution for this. Thanks
The solution to this is that you create a unique sheet for each individual buyer. OnlySheets 2.0 has that now. You can set up in your settings "unique" copy is created each time a buyer buys and then they can access that sheet.
Is this process of creating a new sheet per buyer automated and handled by OnlySheets or do I do it manually?
I’m also newt to sison2466’s question. I’m interested in this product, but If I have to copy it manually, I have to reconsider it :)
Q: This is non-refundable, but no demo is provided.
At least provide a demo on how it can be used.
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: Hi, there is a demo free sheet you can see on OnlySheets.bettersheets.co You'll be able to see that you can't access the sheet, then buy the free sheet, and it gives you access. Each individual person buying the sheet gets added so it's hard to show the blocked access, the unlocking, and the new access you gain in a video.
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Q: Hi, does this works with Microsoft Excel?
Thanks
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: OnlySheets only works with Google Sheets.
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Q: Will this work if I am selling sheets with Lemon Squeezy or Whop?
Can I sell sheets with a custom script in it?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: Yes you can use any payment processor that sends a webhook, or use Zapier. and Yes you can sell a custom script. I'd also recommend distributing a custom script as a Google Sheet Add-on if you can.
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Q: Hi, is there something included here on AppSumo that is not included with the OnlySheets offer on Gumroad for $30 once-off?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: They are the same product.
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Q: I purchased Better Sheets October 2022.
How is this product different?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: OnlySheets is a single sheet with apps script that helps you sell sheets, and more importantly protect your sheets from non-buyers.
OnlySheets is included in Better Sheets Lifetime Deal.
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Q: 1.
Can I use this for multiple independent apps GSheets?
2. Would I be able to change a subscription instead of one-time fee?
3. Can I prevent download/copy of the file? Like I give access to a dashboard as a subscription, but don’t want to allow copy or download of it.
4. Would I be able to modify the scrip code? I am wondering how difficult would it be for me to add other payment processors as Paddle or Lemon Squeezy.
5. Do you think I would be able to integrate this with a web app generated with frontly (another AS offer)?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: Yes you can use OnlySheets with any number of sheets you want to sell or give away. You can also use it for multiple gdrives, one copy of onlysheets for each gdrive. The OnlySheets you use, needs to be the same owner as the Drive you use (so that you have admin ability to give access).
You can charge a subscription yes, the payment method does not matter. Once a customer pays, the OnlySheets adds the customer's email to the sheet access and sends an email.
You can prevent download/copy directly in a google sheet itself. In share settings uncheck that they have the ability to copy/download. OnlySheets does not provide this functionality because it's already in your Google Sheets.
Yes you can modify the script code as you wish. You can add more payment processors if they use Webhooks. Once you buy look at how Zapier is integrated or Stripe, and then let me know if you can't figure it out. Email me anytime and I'm happy to help with Paddle or Lemon Squeezy as long as they have webhooks available. Gumroad uses Gumroad Ping and is fairly straight forward. I give you videos on all of the payment processors Gumroad, Stripe, Zapier.
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Q: Of I purchased the first version with an LTD, do I already have access to this version or will I need to purchase this one as well?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: You should have gotten an email about the new version. It's all your for free. No new purchase is needed. Email me anytime and I'll make sure you get access to 2.0 version.
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Q: Does the new version support webhooks, or just Zapier?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: The new version does support webhooks. That's how I integrate with Zapier. You can look at the step-by-step guide to Zapier Integration and usually can use that to modify your own webhook integration anywhere on line.
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Q: Hello, This is really cool!
And I'm definitely interested in jumping in! But i have one question: Can't someone with 'View Only' access to the sheet... can't they still download the sheet and/or make a copy of it?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: Yes, once someone buys, they have access so they can download and copy. That is what I want customers to do with the sheets I sell myself. I just don't want the original sheet to be available to anyone with the link.
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Makes sense. Also, is there any plans for Woocommerce integration? That would be super cool!
There is no plan at the moment for Woocommerce support. I am happy to look into it and see if it's possible.
Q: So you put the sheet on gumroad then gumroad is going to charge me - 2.
9% to 9%
+30¢ on each transaction
for each purchase of the sheet
which will be on top of the cost of credit card transaction fees
am I reading that right?
Is there other solutions rather than gumroad to use with this?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: Gumroad is the payment processor so they don't charge cc transaction fees. It's free to post your product on Gumroad. not sure what the issue is. You'll be charged no matter what. Yes you can sell your products via Stripe as well, but then you'll have to host the files and fulfill the delivery. Stripe fees are 2.9% plus 30 cents.
Sell some products for over $100 and the fees are fine. If you're selling products for tens of thousands of dollars then hire a developer to build out a cart system for the 10%.
In my experience, Gumroad fees have been fine. In the end it's all profit. Less than app store fees. I just wish the product was better, not cheaper.
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Q: Hey, I wanted to Know If we can do something like this for MSExcel as well?
Andrew_BetterSheets
May 15, 2024A: I honestly don't know. Just move over to Google Sheets. or put your excel files into a Google Drive folder and use OnlySheets to grant access.
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