Subscriber Behavior: What insights do you need?

It’s time to identify the articles that convert your new free and paid subscribers. By digging into this single metric, you can quickly learn more about what readers actually value and will pay for.

Do Flipbook E-Editions Really Work?

Flipbooks (or e-editions) were an early development in field of digital publications. It was a logical step: they were a perfect replica of the print magazine, right down to the flipping pages (and sound effect).

As the digital world has advanced, flipbooks have fallen out of favor for many good reasons. But that doesn’t mean that they are completely obsolete.

What are subscription retention best practices?

We received a question from Flyer Magazine on how best to handle subscriber retention emails. After reviewing the website, the video below turned into a retention and new subscriber generation session.

Subscription predictions for 2023

Tyler Channel and I talk about trends that we have seen put into action as well as what publishers said they were planning on in 2023. This episode turned into a ‘recommended major themes’ discussion… actions that you should consider adopting this year.

Upgrade your free newsletter with paid subscriber benefits

As a publisher, it’s important to have a newsletter to drive your visitors back to your website. However, you need the ability to target your readers in a nice way. You have two types of readers: free and paid. If you have a one-size-fits-all newsletter, you don’t have the ability to message in a really […]

Which articles are converting paid subscribers?

Introducing Leaky Paywall Insights With our new Insights from Leaky Paywall, you can now easily track which articles are generating the most paying subscribers and free registrations. This powerful tool gives you visibility into reader habits, allowing you to identify which types of content are resonating with audiences and driving conversions. If a certain type […]

How to easily produce a premium newsletter for your paid subscribers

In Episode 31 of the Paywall Podcast, Pete and Tyler discuss how to quickly update your existing newsletter into a value-add for your paid subscribers. It’s easy and you already have everything you need to make it happen and automate the workflow. Get our free guide for publishers: The Subscription Accelerator™ guide Name Email(Required) PhoneThis […]

Catch Magazine

Catch Magazine builds recurring revenues with a streamlined subscription platform

If you’re a magazine publisher, you know that recurring revenue is key to sustaining your business. And while there are many ways to build recurring revenue, Catch Magazine has found a platform that makes it easy and streamlined. In this article, we’ll show you how Catch Magazine moved from PayPal to Stripe to create a […]

How your paywall can help you build reader relationships

Don’t let your paywall drive potential subscribers away If you are a publisher thinking your paywall is an annoyance on your website then we suggest it simply is not implemented correctly. Join Pete and Tyler in a discussion on how your subscription system should actually be improving the relationship between you and your readers… with […]

The 10 Best Paywall Providers For Your Content Business in 2022

Why use Paywall software? Monetizing your digital publication requires a crucial decision: Should I set up a paywall? Most publishers find that their digital ad revenues are trending downward and are looking to replace and build revenue with paid subscription access. Monetizing your content changes your approach online as you now have the ability to […]

How to succeed with digital subscriptions as a small local news publisher

Tyler Channel has a long history of helping small, local news publishers survive and thrive in the new digital world. The head of the Paywall Project and also head of Success here at Leaky Paywall, Tyler sat down with Pete to offer his wisdom on how local news publishers can succeed in the digital era, including two major success stories and a load of good tips.

How many articles should you give away for free on your publication’s website?

Let’s answer the question: What should I set my paywall meter to? In other words, how many free articles should I give away before prompting a visitor to pay for a subscription? This is a question we get all the time from both news and magazine publishers. In this video you will learn: Or… read […]

An interview with Eric Shanfelt on subscription strategies

Successful paywall strategies for publishers This interview was originally posted on Nearview Media. Eric and Pete dive deep into free registrations and paid subscription strategies. Make sure you check out Eric’s High Value Publishing podcast (where this interview is also published). A little bit about Eric: “For the past 28 years, I’ve worked with hundreds […]

How to attract a sponsorship for your free registration level

Transcript: Welcome to episode 22 of the paywall podcast. I’m Pete I’m here with Jeremy and Tyler, and we are going to talk today about one very powerful idea: How to monetize your free registration level with a paid sponsorship. If you have a free registration or you’re considering setting up a free registration level […]

Your #1 strategy for growing paid subscriptions

Invest 6 minutes to learn the most important step in growing your paid subscriber base. We have implemented this strategy throughout our publisher base and the results are impressive. You will learn how to: Grow your email list Convert paying subscribers See a successful publication’s approach Watch now: Lightly edited transcript: What I’m going to […]

How to convert free registered readers into paying subscribers

Step Three of the Subscription Accelerator™ Framework To recap, the Subscription Accelerator™ is our formula for revving up your paid subscriptions and, with them, your revenue (full video recording available below). Step one is collecting registered readers, by offering free but limited access to your casual and semi-casual visitors. Step two is sending your newsletter of […]

How your email newsletter drives paid subscription revenue

Step Two of the Subscription Accelerator™ Framework Is your email newsletter your #2 source of subscription revenue? Today we will cover the importance of your email newsletter. It is the number two step in the Subscription Accelerator™ framework.  Please note this is a lightly edited transcript from the following video: Opportunities The first thing I […]

Pico alternative: how Leaky Paywall compares

When it comes to creating a subscription/membership system in WordPress, there are dozens of options available. Here at Zeen101, we are laser-focused on serving news and magazine publishers. Our Leaky Paywall product is more than your typical WordPress plugin. It’s an enterprise purpose-built solution designed to accelerate your paid subscriptions Let’s dive into specifics that […]

Paid Memberships Pro alternative: how Leaky Paywall compares

When it comes to creating a subscription/membership system in WordPress, there’s no shortage of plugins out there. Here at Zeen101, we are laser-focused on serving news and magazine publishers. Our Leaky Paywall product is more than your typical WordPress plugin. It’s an enterprise purpose-built solution designed to accelerate your paid subscriptions Let’s dive into specifics […]

Memberful alternative: how Leaky Paywall stacks up

When it comes to gating access to content, there’s no shortage of plugins out there designed to help make it happen. Here at Zeen101, we are laser-focused on serving news and magazine publishers. Our Leaky Paywall product is more than your typical WordPress plugin. It’s an enterprise purpose-built solution designed to accelerate your paid subscriptions. […]