| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Elgar Encyclopedia of Pricing |
| Editors | Andreas Hinterhuber |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Place of Publication | Cheltenham |
| Publisher | Edward Elgar Publishing |
| Publication date | 2024 |
| Pages | 83-85 |
| Chapter | 13 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781035307302 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781035307319 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2024 |
Abstract
This entry explores the burgeoning trend of “Freemium” pricing models in the digital age, blending free basic services with paid premium features. It delves into its implementation across diverse sectors, from email and cloud storage to social networking, analyzing its viability in the digital landscape. Discussing its popularity attributed to digitalization, the entry highlights promises and challenges for providers and outlines critical components for a successful freemium model. Addressing feature definition, monetization strategies, and conversion, it emphasizes the need for ongoing innovation. The entry anticipates freemium’s future growth, extending beyond business-to-consumer domains to industrial settings amidst digitalization.
| Series | Elgar Encyclopedias in Business and Management series |
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UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Keywords
- Freemium
- Digitalization
- Pricing models
- Monetization
- Digital transformation
- Digital goods
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