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Ethics of Bypassing Paywalls on News
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<blockquote data-quote="AlexB23" data-source="post: 77644224" data-attributes="member: 450900"><p>So, I like all your guys' posts so far. I see the reason why bypassing paywalls is theft such as stated by [USER=396496]@JosephZ[/USER] , [USER=410853]@Hazelelponi[/USER] and [USER=342410]@zippy2006[/USER] , while on the other hand, I see why paywalls could produce a divide in who has quality information, and who does not as stated by [USER=435281]@partinobodycular[/USER] . For me, I do not read the news that often, but since joining CF, I have started reading the articles posted by people on here, so I bypass the paywalls to summarize articles for people, as not everyone has a WP or NYT subscription. I am just the messenger here. For ethical reasons, I will not divulge the name of the paywall bypassing system, but it runs inside an ad blocker.</p><p></p><p>Mr. [USER=435281]@partinobodycular[/USER] , what are your thoughts on this futuristic system known as Pay-What-You-Want (PWYW), which is a modern term for donation run systems? Here is a journal article (it is open access), by the Germans (well, not the 1940s ones) about the PWYW system: <a href="https://epub.ub.uni-muenchen.de/14312/7/393.pdf" target="_blank">https://epub.ub.uni-muenchen.de/14312/7/393.pdf</a></p><p></p><p></p><p>This is an explanation of the PWYW system, in a nice little table, cos tables are cool. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p></p><table style='width: 100%'><tr><th>Category</th><th>Description</th></tr><tr><td>Definition of PWYW System</td><td>The Pay What You Want (PWYW) pricing strategy is a flexible pricing model that allows customers to set their own price for goods or services being offered. This means that buyers can decide how much they are willing to pay for a product or service instead of following a fixed price point established by the seller.</td></tr><tr><td>Benefits of PWYW System</td><td>1. Increased customer satisfaction: Customers appreciate having control over what they pay and may feel more positive about their purchase experience.<br /> 2. Improved brand loyalty: By offering flexibility and trusting customers' judgment, businesses can foster stronger relationships with their audience.<br /> 3. Potential for higher revenue: Depending on implementation, some companies have found that allowing customers to choose their prices leads to increased sales due to reduced barriers to entry.<br /> 4. Enhanced social proof: Businesses using PWYW models often see an increase in word-of-mouth marketing as satisfied customers share their experiences with others.<br /> 5. Reduced waste and inventory costs: In certain industries like foodservice, PWYW systems can help reduce spoilage and lower overall operational expenses.</td></tr><tr><td>Drawbacks of PWYW System</td><td>1. Risk of underpricing: Some customers might take advantage of this system by paying significantly less than market value, leading to potential profit loss.<br /> 2. Difficulty setting expectations: It can be challenging to establish appropriate benchmarks for fair payment, making it difficult for consumers to determine suitable amounts.<br /> 3. Time consumption: Managing a PWYW system requires additional resources dedicated to processing payments, handling customer inquiries, and tracking data.<br /> 4. Negative impact on perceived quality: If not executed carefully, implementing a PWYW model could lead customers to question the product or service's worthiness, thereby harming its reputation.<br /> 5. Limited applicability: Not all products and services lend themselves well to PWYW arrangements, particularly those with high production costs or rigid industry regulations.</td></tr><tr><td>Real-World Examples of PWYW Systems</td><td>Company/Industry/Person</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.npr.org/sections/monitormix/2009/11/the_in_rainbows_experiment_did.html" target="_blank">Radiohead</a></td><td>British rock band Radiohead released their album "In Rainbows" via a PWYW download platform in 2007, generating significant buzz and debate around the unconventional approach.</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.npr.org/2019/01/24/688372823/what-happened-when-panera-launched-a-pay-what-you-can-experiment" target="_blank">Panera Bread Cares</a></td><td>Select locations of the popular bakery chain offer a PWYW program called "Panera Cares," which aims to provide affordable meals for individuals facing financial hardships while promoting community engagement.<br /> <strong>DISCONTINUED: 2019</strong></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humble_Bundle" target="_blank">Humble Bundle</a></td><td>A digital storefront specializing in video games, books, software, and other forms of entertainment offers periodic bundles where customers can pay any amount above a minimum threshold, with proceeds going towards charity causes.</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/amanda-palmer-qa-why-pay-what-you-want-is-the-way-forward-and-more-1533797/" target="_blank">Amanda Palmer</a></td><td>Independent musician Amanda Palmer raised almost $1.2 million through Kickstarter in 2012 using a PWYW pledge structure, demonstrating the power of fan support when given greater autonomy over contributions.</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_World_Cafe" target="_blank">One World Everybody Eats</a></td><td>Nonprofit organization advocates for and supports restaurants adopting PWYW models, aiming to alleviate hunger and build connections within communities. <strong>CLOSED: 2012</strong></td></tr></table></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="AlexB23, post: 77644224, member: 450900"] So, I like all your guys' posts so far. I see the reason why bypassing paywalls is theft such as stated by [USER=396496]@JosephZ[/USER] , [USER=410853]@Hazelelponi[/USER] and [USER=342410]@zippy2006[/USER] , while on the other hand, I see why paywalls could produce a divide in who has quality information, and who does not as stated by [USER=435281]@partinobodycular[/USER] . For me, I do not read the news that often, but since joining CF, I have started reading the articles posted by people on here, so I bypass the paywalls to summarize articles for people, as not everyone has a WP or NYT subscription. I am just the messenger here. For ethical reasons, I will not divulge the name of the paywall bypassing system, but it runs inside an ad blocker. Mr. [USER=435281]@partinobodycular[/USER] , what are your thoughts on this futuristic system known as Pay-What-You-Want (PWYW), which is a modern term for donation run systems? Here is a journal article (it is open access), by the Germans (well, not the 1940s ones) about the PWYW system: [URL]https://epub.ub.uni-muenchen.de/14312/7/393.pdf[/URL] This is an explanation of the PWYW system, in a nice little table, cos tables are cool. :) [TABLE] [TR] [TH]Category[/TH] [TH]Description[/TH] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Definition of PWYW System[/TD] [TD]The Pay What You Want (PWYW) pricing strategy is a flexible pricing model that allows customers to set their own price for goods or services being offered. This means that buyers can decide how much they are willing to pay for a product or service instead of following a fixed price point established by the seller.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Benefits of PWYW System[/TD] [TD]1. Increased customer satisfaction: Customers appreciate having control over what they pay and may feel more positive about their purchase experience. 2. Improved brand loyalty: By offering flexibility and trusting customers' judgment, businesses can foster stronger relationships with their audience. 3. Potential for higher revenue: Depending on implementation, some companies have found that allowing customers to choose their prices leads to increased sales due to reduced barriers to entry. 4. Enhanced social proof: Businesses using PWYW models often see an increase in word-of-mouth marketing as satisfied customers share their experiences with others. 5. Reduced waste and inventory costs: In certain industries like foodservice, PWYW systems can help reduce spoilage and lower overall operational expenses.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Drawbacks of PWYW System[/TD] [TD]1. Risk of underpricing: Some customers might take advantage of this system by paying significantly less than market value, leading to potential profit loss. 2. Difficulty setting expectations: It can be challenging to establish appropriate benchmarks for fair payment, making it difficult for consumers to determine suitable amounts. 3. Time consumption: Managing a PWYW system requires additional resources dedicated to processing payments, handling customer inquiries, and tracking data. 4. Negative impact on perceived quality: If not executed carefully, implementing a PWYW model could lead customers to question the product or service's worthiness, thereby harming its reputation. 5. Limited applicability: Not all products and services lend themselves well to PWYW arrangements, particularly those with high production costs or rigid industry regulations.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Real-World Examples of PWYW Systems[/TD] [TD]Company/Industry/Person[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD][URL='https://www.npr.org/sections/monitormix/2009/11/the_in_rainbows_experiment_did.html']Radiohead[/URL][/TD] [TD]British rock band Radiohead released their album "In Rainbows" via a PWYW download platform in 2007, generating significant buzz and debate around the unconventional approach.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD][URL='https://www.npr.org/2019/01/24/688372823/what-happened-when-panera-launched-a-pay-what-you-can-experiment']Panera Bread Cares[/URL][/TD] [TD]Select locations of the popular bakery chain offer a PWYW program called "Panera Cares," which aims to provide affordable meals for individuals facing financial hardships while promoting community engagement. [B]DISCONTINUED: 2019[/B][/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD][URL='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humble_Bundle']Humble Bundle[/URL][/TD] [TD]A digital storefront specializing in video games, books, software, and other forms of entertainment offers periodic bundles where customers can pay any amount above a minimum threshold, with proceeds going towards charity causes.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD][URL='https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/amanda-palmer-qa-why-pay-what-you-want-is-the-way-forward-and-more-1533797/']Amanda Palmer[/URL][/TD] [TD]Independent musician Amanda Palmer raised almost $1.2 million through Kickstarter in 2012 using a PWYW pledge structure, demonstrating the power of fan support when given greater autonomy over contributions.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD][URL='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_World_Cafe']One World Everybody Eats[/URL][/TD] [TD]Nonprofit organization advocates for and supports restaurants adopting PWYW models, aiming to alleviate hunger and build connections within communities. [B]CLOSED: 2012[/B][/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] [/QUOTE]
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