I like to try to read over a number of news sites to get a broader perspective on matters, and understandably, several of them eventually want a subscription. Problem is, if I were to subscribe to all of them, that’d add up fast.
Arguably a better expense than, say, several streaming services, but I suspect data may show, many aren’t about to make that compromise.
In fact, it might be fun to compare the two, so lemmy know below if you do so!
This would probably be the more feasible option for me, personally. More flexibility I realize tends to get some folks just giving next to nothing even if they may be able to afford more, but the option to set a minimum threshold and have a set recommended amount (as you see on some sites that enable flexible payment like this) I think would help broaden access to more folks.
I know on sites where I can do this and I’ve been able to afford it, I’ve sometimes given a little over the averages others have spent or the recommended amount simply out of appreciation for the option (& what’s being provided).