This article provides important sales tax information for Envato Elements subscribers located in the United States. Sales tax is a consumption tax imposed by individual US states on the sale of certain goods and services, and Envato collects and remits this tax based on local state regulations.
Which US states does Envato collect sales tax in?
Envato currently charges, collects, and remits sales tax for Envato Elements subscriptions in specific US states. The table below outlines these states alongside their maximum applicable tax rates, though your final tax amount depends entirely on your local state and zip code jurisdictions.
Please note: This list is subject to change. We update this information periodically as Envato's tax collection obligations evolve across different states.
| US State | Maximum Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 11% |
| Arizona | 11.2% |
| Colorado | 11.2% |
| Georgia | 9% |
| Iowa | 8% |
| Kentucky | 6% flat rate |
| Louisiana | 11.45% |
| Maine | 5.5% flat rate |
| Maryland | 6% |
| Minnesota | 8.38% |
| Nebraska | 7.5% |
| New Jersey | 6.63% flat rate |
| New Mexico | 9.0625% |
| North Carolina | 7.5% |
| Pennsylvania | 8.00% |
| South Dakota | 6.5% |
| Texas | 8.25% |
| Utah | 8.70% |
| Washington | 10.4% |
| Wisconsin | 5.6% |
| Wyoming | 5.6% |
What rate of sales tax will I be charged?
The exact sales tax rate applied to your Envato Elements subscription depends directly on your specific location, determined by your US state and zip code. To ensure you pay the correct rate, you must provide accurate billing details when you sign up or update your subscription preferences.
You can review and change your billing information at any time. Simply navigate to your Envato Elements account settings to make adjustments. Keep in mind that the rates displayed in the table above represent the maximum possible charge; your actual local rate might be lower.
What if I am exempt from sales tax?
If you hold a valid sales tax exemption certificate issued by your state, you can apply to remove the sales tax from your Envato Elements subscription charges. Our support team will review your documentation and update your account tax status once it is fully validated.
To apply for a sales tax exemption, please follow these steps:
- Contact the Envato support team directly through the Help Center.
- Select the "I am sales tax exempt" option from the "Tell us more" drop-down menu.
- Attach your official exemption certificate as a PDF file, and specify the email address linked to your subscription.
If you are a new subscriber who does not have an account yet, you must first complete the standard Envato Elements sign-up process. Once your account is active, submit your exemption documentation so our support team can adjust your status and guide you through the next steps.
How is my sales tax reported to the state authority?
When Envato collects state sales tax on your transaction, we manage the entire backend reporting process for you. All collected taxes are systematically remitted directly to the relevant state Revenue Office or Department of Revenue in strict compliance with local reporting laws.
For example, if you maintain a $33/month subscription and your local jurisdiction carries a 7% sales tax, a tax component of $2.31 is calculated, collected, and sent directly to your state. Envato handles this filing automatically, meaning no extra administrative action is required on your part.
Where can I find my invoice?
Your invoices for your Envato Elements subscription are safely stored within your account profile. These documents provide a complete transparent breakdown of your subscription fees alongside any individual sales tax applied to the billing cycle.
You can view, organize, or download these files whenever you need them. For comprehensive, walkthrough guidance on accessing your documentation, please read our dedicated guide on how to View & Download Invoices.
Frequently asked questions
Review answers to common questions about US sales tax collection, multi-user accounts, and regional tax policies for your Envato Elements subscription.
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How do I make sure the correct tax rate is applied to my subscription?
Please double-check that your destination billing details—specifically your US state and zip code—are accurate and fully up to date within your Envato account settings. The system automatically calculates your dynamic tax rate based on this location information.
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Does Envato charge sales tax on Teams subscriptions?
Yes. Sales tax applies universally to all Envato Elements plan tiers, including Individual and Teams subscriptions, if the billing address sits within an applicable state. If your organization is tax-exempt, simply submit your certificate to support to clear the tax charges.
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Does Envato collect VAT or GST outside the United States?
Yes, Envato maintains tax compliance frameworks globally. For detailed, country-specific information regarding value-added tax or goods and services tax processing outside of the United States, please refer to our guide on Envato Elements — Global Tax Collection (VAT, GST & More).