Observed Signal · Sep 14, 2023 · Technical Release · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 4/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Facebook Subscriptions: Creators Can Change Price
Facebook and Instagram creators can now customize monthly Subscription prices within Meta’s ecosystem. Previously, prices for Facebook Subscriptions were fixed; creators can select from a range including $1.49, $2.99, $4.49, and $15.49 per month. Price changes require the Meta Business Suite. The update enhances monetization options for creators offering exclusive content such as live streams and special badges in comments. Meta also hints at related EU actions, including potential ad-free subscriptions with limited data collection to align with regulations, and reports the removal of the Facebook News Tab in Germany. The change was highlighted by Jonah Manzano on X. This feature appears in the broader context of Meta’s creator monetization and platform regulatory considerations affecting Facebook and Instagram.
Major platform technical release related to Meta's subscriptions and monetization.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Creators on Facebook can now set their own monthly subscription price.
- Prices offered include 1.49, 2.99, 4.49 and 15.49 USD per month.
- Price changes must be made via the Meta Business Suite.
- Subscriptions grant access to exclusive content like live streams and badges.
- Meta is exploring EU ad-free subscriptions and removal of Facebook News Tab in Germany.
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