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If you subscribed to every news site you follow, how much would it be costing you? (self.asklemmy)

submitted 2 years ago by ElectroVagrant to c/asklemmy

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I like to try to read over a number of news sites to get a broader perspective on matters, and understandably, several of them eventually want a subscription. Problem is, if I were to subscribe to all of them, that'd add up fast.

Arguably a better expense than, say, several streaming services, but I suspect data may show, many aren't about to make that compromise.

In fact, it might be fun to compare the two, so lemmy know below if you do so!

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[–] lolola 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

This is a good question. Ever since coming to Lemmy and hearing about paying for server maintenance directly rather than through ad dollars (or exorbitant API fees), I've been wondering how quickly it would add up to pitch in for all the other "free" content I consume.

How would you think about services that have ad-supported versions, but give perks like early access or extra content to paid subscribers? Or services that let you choose an arbitrary amount to contribute without any extra perks attached?

[–] ElectroVagrant 1 points 2 years ago

Or services that let you choose an arbitrary amount to contribute without any extra perks attached?

This would probably be the more feasible option for me, personally. More flexibility I realize tends to get some folks just giving next to nothing even if they may be able to afford more, but the option to set a minimum threshold and have a set recommended amount (as you see on some sites that enable flexible payment like this) I think would help broaden access to more folks.

I know on sites where I can do this and I've been able to afford it, I've sometimes given a little over the averages others have spent or the recommended amount simply out of appreciation for the option (& what's being provided).