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7 Business Models for Monetizing Digital Content

GetElastic

For example, the software is free, but the company makes money on services and/or sister products. Newer examples include Google's freshly launched micropayments option for Wallet users (a paywall alternative for publishers). Deliver unique customer experiences. Subscriptions. Check out Demos. API-as-a-product.

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Stripe vs PayPal: Which Payment Gateway is Right for You?

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Fortunately, these companies are pretty easy to understand. On the other hand, Stripe is more of a professionally-known payment processor with a name that’s recognizable among merchants more than customers (for now). 5% plus 5 cents for a micropayment. Stripe vs PayPal: Getting to Know the Brands. Calculating What You’ll Pay.