Sparkforge Sales and Use Tax FAQ for US Customers

By Sparkforge Support Team ·Last reviewed May 3, 2026

Sparkforge collects US sales tax on applicable subscription and in-app wallet usage charges following its Nexus Study and the 2018 Wayfair ruling. Customers under $10K/month in usage are billed once monthly; over $10K/month are billed twice. Tax-exempt customers must submit an exemption certificate.

This article applies to United States customers only.

Sparkforge, Inc. began collecting sales tax on applicable subscription product sales on August 1, 2022. Starting January 1, 2023, sales tax is also collected on applicable in-app wallet usage charges.

January 2024 update on in-app wallet usage tax

Under $10K/month in usage

Sales tax is billed once a month. All applicable usage charges for the prior month are taxed on the 1st of the following month.

Over $10K/month in usage

Sales tax is billed twice a month. Usage from the 1st through the 15th is taxed on the 16th. Usage from the 16th through end of month is taxed on the 1st of the following month.

Submit an exemption certificate

If your business is sales-tax exempt or self-remits, complete the Multistate Tax Commission's Uniform Sales & Use Tax Exemption / Resale Certificate or another state-approved exemption certificate before January 29, 2024.

List Sparkforge, Inc. as the Name of the Seller. Once a valid certificate is on file, you don't need to resubmit until it expires.

Where customers see the tax

In your account, go to Settings → Billing → Wallet & Transactions. Under Detailed Transactions you'll see the tax line. Click the > chevron on a transaction for the breakdown.

Why Sparkforge charges sales tax

Sparkforge completed a Nexus Study and identified products and services that are taxable. This follows the 2018 South Dakota v. Wayfair Supreme Court ruling, which redefined physical and economic nexus and changed sales tax obligations for digital products.

Which states require collection

Sales and use tax obligations vary by state. The Sales Tax Institute's reference guide at salestaxinstitute.com/resources/rates tracks current rates. Consult your tax advisor for specifics.

Sales tax on intangible products

Sales tax no longer applies only to tangible goods. Some Sparkforge products fall under taxable digital and SaaS classifications under state law.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Sparkforge charging me sales and use tax?

Sparkforge completed a Nexus Study showing that some products and services are taxable in your state. This follows the 2018 South Dakota v. Wayfair ruling on economic nexus.

My company is tax exempt. What do I do?

Submit a completed Multistate Tax Commission Uniform Sales & Use Tax Exemption Certificate (or another state-approved certificate) listing Sparkforge, Inc. as the Seller. Email supporting documentation to salestax@sparkforge.com.

How often is in-app wallet usage tax billed?

Customers under $10K/month in usage are billed once monthly on the 1st. Customers over $10K/month are billed twice: on the 16th (for the 1st-15th) and on the 1st (for the 16th-end of prior month).

Where can I see the tax on my transactions?

In Settings → Billing → Wallet & Transactions. Open Detailed Transactions and click the chevron on any transaction to see the tax breakdown.

Who do I contact with sales tax questions?

Email salestax@sparkforge.com for documentation or filing questions. For tax advice on your specific situation, consult your CPA or tax advisor.