Chiffy: The New Book Aggregator That Distributes to 400+ Stores,
A new book distribution platform is changing the game for self-published authors. It's called Chiffy, and it functions as an aggregator—you upload your book once, and they distribute it to over 400 retailers, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play, and digital libraries like Tolino, Odilo, and Vivlio. Unlike the established aggregators most authors know, Chiffy offers several features that make it particularly attractive for beginners and authors who have struggled with account blocks, terminations, or low sales on platforms like Amazon KDP. This guide walks through exactly what Chiffy is, how to sign up, the pricing plans, the dashboard features, and the step-by-step process for uploading your first book.
What Makes Chiffy Different From Other Aggregators?
Chiffy supports ebooks, audiobooks, and paperbacks. The publishing process is straightforward: create a free account, upload your book, set your metadata and pricing, choose your stores, and your book goes live in 3 to 7 days. Sales are tracked in real time on your dashboard, and—this is one of the biggest differentiators—you get paid monthly. Most major aggregators operate on much longer payment cycles: IngramSpark pays after 120 days, Draft2Digital pays in 60 days, and PublishDrive pays in 45 to 60 days. Monthly payments mean significantly faster access to your earnings.
The free plan is another standout. When you sign up for a free account, you can upload three books free forever, and those books are distributed to five major retailers: Amazon, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play, and Barnes & Noble. Most aggregators restrict free plans to smaller, less important stores. Getting the top five retailers on a free tier is rare and makes Chiffy an excellent starting point for new authors with limited budgets. The free plan charges a 10% commission on earnings.
Pricing Plans
Chiffy offers four pricing tiers:
Free Plan: 3 books, distributed to 5 major retailers, 10% commission on earnings. Free forever.
$15/month Plan: Up to 20 books, distributed to all 400+ stores and global libraries, 0% commission. You keep 100% of your royalties.
$100/year Plan: Up to 100 books, distributed everywhere, 0% commission.
Lifetime Plan ($300 one-time payment): Up to 150 books, distributed everywhere, 0% commission. Pay once and never again.
The lifetime plan is particularly unusual—no other major aggregator offers a one-time payment for permanent access at this scale. For authors with larger catalogs who plan to publish long-term, it's an exceptionally cost-effective option.
Signing Up
Go to chifiy.com and click Start Free. Enter your first name, last name, pen name (optional), email address, and password. Confirm your password, indicate how you heard about Chiffy, accept the terms of service and privacy policy, and click Register. You'll receive a confirmation link via email. Click it to verify your account, then log in with your email and password.
Dashboard Overview
Once logged in, your dashboard displays key metrics at a glance: number of books uploaded, units sold, total revenue, and pending payouts. A revenue chart shows earnings over the last twelve months. Quick action buttons let you upload a new book, view sales reports, view payout and earning details, and share universal book links.
The platform includes a built-in chat support feature accessible directly from the dashboard. You can ask questions about book delays, feature issues, or processing status, and customer support typically replies within a few hours. There's also a ticket system available through the Help Center if you prefer that method.
Bookshelf
The Bookshelf shows all the books you've uploaded. If you haven't published anything yet, it will be empty. This is your central library for managing your catalog.
Cover Studio
This is a built-in design tool that helps you create covers for ebooks, paperbacks, and audiobooks directly on the platform. It includes preset sizes for different book types: 6x9 inches for fiction and self-help, 5.5x8.5 for pocket-sized books, 6.14x9.21, and 8.5x11 for cookbooks and academic texts. You can input your book's page count, and the tool will calculate the correct spine width for your paperback cover. You can upload images, add shapes and colors, and download a print-ready cover file. This eliminates the confusion many authors face when trying to format paperback covers correctly.
Series Management
If you have multiple books that belong together, the Series feature lets you group them quickly. Click "Create your first series," select the books from your bookshelf, and they're linked.
Universal Book Links
This generates a single link that directs readers to your book across all available stores, simplifying your marketing.
Royalty Split
For co-authors, illustrators, or narrators who share royalties, the Royalty Split tool lets you define percentage splits (e.g., 60/40 or 50/50) directly on the platform.
Reports
The Reports section shows your current month's earnings at a glance: units sold, gross revenue, and your percentage share. It also displays previous month earnings and all-time earnings on the platform.
Orders
This section tracks paperback orders specifically, separate from ebook sales.
E-commerce Storefront
Chiffy lets you build your own author website directly on the platform for free (with a paid plan). You can sell your books directly to readers, bypassing retailers entirely, and keep 90% of every sale (Chiffy takes a 10% commission). For established authors with their own audience, this direct-sales channel can significantly increase per-sale revenue.
Promote My Book
You can set up price promotions for specific periods—for example, discounting a $4.99 book to $2.99 for one week or one month. This is useful for seasonal promotions and launch campaigns.
Account and Payment Settings
Under the Account section, you can set up your payment method. Chiffy supports Stripe, international bank wire transfers, PayPal, USD payments, and even Nigerian bank accounts. You'll also need to complete the tax interview to ensure compliance.
How to Upload Your First Book
The upload process is designed to be simple and guided.
Step 1: Upload Files. Click "Upload a Book" and select "Ebook Only" (paperback and audiobook options are also available). Upload your manuscript file (Word doc or PDF—the platform automatically converts it to ePub 3.0, which all stores accept) and your cover image. Click Next.
Step 2: Metadata. Enter your book title, subtitle, and edition number. Confirm your title is original and doesn't infringe on intellectual property. Select your primary marketplace (Amazon US is the default). Add your primary author name. Confirm you own the copyright and hold exclusive publishing rights. Set your primary audience age range. Choose whether to receive a free ISBN—Chiffy issues one at no cost. Select your book's language. Paste your book description. Click Next.
Step 3: Categories and Keywords. Search for and select up to five categories that fit your book. Add up to seven keywords. Disclose AI usage (if any). Click Next.
Step 4: Pricing. Set your book price. Click Next.
Step 5: Distribution Settings. Choose your publishing date (optional). Select worldwide distribution. Set your DRM preference (none is recommended). Click Next.
Step 6: Validation and Store Selection. Review that your manuscript and cover are uploaded correctly. On the final review screen, select your distribution channels—you can choose all retail stores and libraries, or customize. Add your pen name to create your author page. Click Submit for Review.
Your book enters a brief admin review, usually completed within 24 hours. Once approved, it goes live on your selected stores within 3 to 7 days. You'll receive an email confirmation when it's approved, and you can monitor the status from your dashboard.
Why Chiffy Matters for Struggling Authors
For authors who have faced account blocks, book rejections, or low visibility on Amazon KDP and other platforms, an aggregator like Chiffy provides an alternative path to market. Instead of managing relationships with dozens of individual retailers, you upload once and let the platform handle distribution. The free plan removes financial risk while giving you access to the five stores that matter most. The monthly payment cycle keeps cash flow predictable. And the built-in tools—cover designer, e-commerce storefront, price promotions—reduce the need for additional software and services. For new authors looking to get started quickly and experienced authors wanting to simplify their distribution, Chiffy is worth serious consideration.
