While there are many ways to monetize your website, there’s one strategy that stands out for its potential and simplicity: the paywall. We’re excited to tell you that this feature is now available on all WordPress.com sites.
Let’s explore why and how to use the new Paywall Block.
What is a paywall and what are the benefits?
A paywall allows you to restrict certain pieces of content on your site or newsletter, requiring your readers to subscribe in order to access your work.
Generally, you’ll insert a paywall partway through a post, allowing all visitors to see a portion of the content, but then incentivizing them to subscribe in order to read the rest of it.
If you’re wondering whether this strategy is worth considering, here are the three key benefits:
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How to use the Paywall Block
You can add the Paywall Block anywhere in your posts or pages:
You can also add the Paywall Block to previously published material.
Amplify an existing site with newsletter features
Whether you already have a well-established site or you’re starting from scratch, at WordPress.com you have all the tools you need to start a newsletter. With the Subscribe Block and Newsletter Patterns at your disposal, you can get a publication up and running in no time. With the new Paywall Block, we’ve added another piece to your newsletter toolbox.
What’s next?
WordPress.com is ever-evolving, and we’re always refining the design, experience, and offerings for writers, creators, and publishers like you. We’re all ears for your ideas to make it even easier for more people to publish and earn from their work.
Try out the Paywall Block and let us know what you think in the comments. We’re always listening to your feedback.
Source : https://wordpress.com/blog/2023/10/10/paywall-block/