Twitter to allow media outlets to charge users per article basis – Elon Musk

MOSCOW — Twitter will introduce an option allowing media outlets to charge users for paywall content on a per article basis with one click and it starts in May.

On Saturday, Elon Musk tweeted, “Rolling out next month, this platform will allow media publishers to charge users on a per article basis with one click.

This enables users who would not sign up for a monthly subscription to pay a higher per article price for when they want to read an occasional article. Should be a major win-win for both media orgs & the public.”

Also the “Subscriptions” function, Twitter users have the ability to charge their followers a monthly fee, choosing from one of the price points set by Twitter.

Once payment is received, subscribers gain access to the creator’s exclusive content, which is not visible to the general public.

In the wake of Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter, the company has implemented various drastic measures to transform its operations into a profitable enterprise. These measures include significant staff layoffs and the introduction of Twitter Blue subscription services.

Despite resistance from some previously verified individuals, who were reluctant to pay a monthly fee for the coveted blue checkmark on Twitter, Musk recognized it as a crucial revenue source for the company.

The most recent overhaul of Twitter, which focuses on user-centered improvements, aims to enhance follower engagement and create fresh revenue streams on the platform by enabling users worldwide to monetize all types of posts.