u/Dry_Seaworthiness134

Monetization strategy for a bookmarking app? freemium vs subscription

Hi! I recently launch my first app, a universal bookmark manager that allows viewing content in app, and after several App Store rejections I’ve finally managed to get a stable update approved!

Now I need to think about lorn term sustainability.

As the user base grows the costs also and this becomes a problem.

I’m looking for advice on how to structured my monetization,

Usage limits: implementing a cap on daily “in app views” or save: bookmarks to keep API/server cost predictable

Subscription: a low cost monthly subscription for pro features, unlimited saved, cloud sync, desktop app, etc.

My questions

Usage based limitations: don you find that hard caps, like “ X saved per day” frustrate users to much, or is it an effective way to drive conversion to a subscription ?

Pricing for utility: any advice on tired pricing vs a simple monthly fee?

Any advice or “lessons learned” from those of you managing similar apps would be greatly appreciated!

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u/Dry_Seaworthiness134 — 6 days ago

Apple finally approved my app! Would love some honest feedback 🙏

A month ago, I launched my first app: a universal bookmark manager that lets you view content directly within the app.

The initial version was pretty buggy, and after several rejections, they finally approved it!

What is it for?
It’s designer to help you stop scattering bookmarks, watchlists, tabs and screenshot across different apps. It’s for all those things we find interesting but don’t have time to consume right away, the stuff that usually just gets lost in the feed.

The backstory
I’m a Product Designer, and after going through a layoff I really needed something to occupy my mind while I search for a job. I set a challenge for myself to build something new, and after many ups and down it evolved into this.
It’s definitely not perfect, but I’m really proud of it and hope you find it useful!

I just start in this world and I would love to here some of your advice, any type for newcomer would be greatly appreciated 🙏

And also any feedback, criticism or feature ideas you might have for the app itself

I hope you like it!

https://apps.apple.com/ar/app/keep-play-your-internet/id6761209199

u/Dry_Seaworthiness134 — 6 days ago