Social media shifts to subscriptions – will you pay?

Are social media companies embracing subscription models in an effort to fatten their profits? — 123rf.com

The days of using social media for free may be coming to an end as more platforms announce that users will need to pay to access certain features.

Take a look at how social media is likely to change as more features, such as verification checkmarks, customer service, and even security-related functions, are locked behind paywalls.