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Ruis's avatar

That’s a pretty big shift from Apple’s side, and it definitely changes how creators and platforms manage subscriptions. I guess at the end of the day, whether it’s Substack or other apps, the main focus is on giving users more flexibility and secure ways to pay. I’ve seen similar approaches in other industries too, for example, gaming platforms like royalxcasinodownload.io also focus on smooth payments and user experience while keeping everything transparent. It’s interesting to see how different platforms adapt to these rules.

AngelaBlossom's avatar

The explanation of in-app payments is really useful, especially for understanding how the process works behind the scenes. I also like that it covers some of the https://gladihoppersgames.com practical questions developers and users may have. There are quite a few details around IAP that are easy to overlook.

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Jennifer Jones's avatar

Per the article and pictured example I should have an option to subscribe via web and avoid the increased charge however this is NOT the case. It only gives me the IAP cost. Writer I want to subscribe to charges $7/mo but my choice box has it at $10mo with no other option but the increased price. I only found this article after scoring the Internet for an explanation why the discrepancy. The discrepancy between how subscriptions work and price difference is why I haven’t yet subscribed. This type of info should be highlighted and pinned at the top of the feed and not in some weekly anything. It’s information that affects all users and should be treated that way. If I hadn’t found this article I would keep continuing to think Substack was manipulating its users somehow. Back to my main issue, why am I not seeing a voice and only given the IAP price? FYI I’m not signed in via web since I mostly use app and found articles by accident 😝 Could that be the problem?

Jennifer Jones's avatar

I would add the screenshots I took for proof and better explanation but it won’t let me. Correction to my above comment, I logged in via web since I neglected to realize I had to before it allowed me to post. Forgot to go and remove that statement🤦🏻‍♀️

Maia Duerr's avatar

I just read about this development from someone's post on Bluesky -- quite by accident. Otherwise I wouldn't know about it. Can you all find a way to email Substack creators about important developments like this that we really should be aware of?

Michael Spencer's avatar

They did send it to everyone, on their On Substack Newsletter. It's been well explained.

Kelly Thompson TNWWY's avatar

Is this automatically enabled on my iPhone Substack app?

jackreacher03098's avatar

The pricing differences between IAP and web subscriptions are an important point, especially for creators who want to understand how payment options affect both revenue and user experience. Clear communication around these differences can make the overall subscription process much easier for users. I also think simple, engaging digital experiences such as https://letterboxedgame.co can benefit from keeping the user experience clear and straightforward.

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I think the biggest takeaway is the balance between convenience and creator control. IAP can make subscribing easier, but the pricing and payout differences are important for creators to understand. Clear payment options and transparency will matter a lot as this develops.

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olio's avatar

This is exactly why so many writers stick with Substack despite the 10% fee. That 30%+ organic discovery from the app is massive. When the platform itself becomes your biggest growth engine through notes and recommendations, it completely changes the game for independent creators.

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nativi's avatar

Long overdue. The fact that the app already drove 30% of paid subs without a seamless upgrade path shows how powerful the platform's discovery is. It’ll be interesting to see how creators balance the convenient in-app billing against Apple/Google's platform fees.

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Saffie's avatar

Why is the in app subscription more than the online subscription