The perfect paywall
for any project
Create profitable paywalls and easily manage subscriptions and customers with our comprehensive and flexible platform.
The perfect paywall
Pigeon Power
Since implementing Pigeon, the Provincetown Independent has grown digital-only subscriptions from zero to over $80,000 in annual recurring revenue.
Who is Pigeon for?
Newspapers
Newspapers pioneered the subscription model—now Pigeon brings that proven strategy into the digital age, seamlessly managing both online and print subscribers in a single, intuitive platform.
How Pigeon can help newspapers →Digital Magazines
Pigeon empowers digital magazine publishers to transform readers into loyal subscribers, with tools that make managing digital editions as elegant and effortless as turning a page.
How Pigeon can help magazines →Streaming Video
Streaming video transformed entertainment, and Pigeon can turn viewers into dedicated subscribers, with powerful tools that make content monetization as seamless as pressing play.
How Pigeon can help video →Blogs
Blogs shape opinions and spark conversations, Pigeon enables bloggers to build a sustainable business from loyal readers as naturally as writing the next great post.
How Pigeon can help bloggers →Podcasts
Pigeon can amplify your podcast's earning potential by converting loyal listeners into paying subscribers, helping podcasters transform their audio content into sustainable revenue streams.
How Pigeon can help podcasters →Educational Resources
Pigeon helps learning platforms turn curious minds into paying students, and makes payment management easier than creating a lesson plan.
How Pigeon can help educators →Digital Downloads
Pigeon allows creators to turn their downloadable assets into sustainable revenue as effortlessly as clicking the download button.
How Pigeon can help creators →Newsletter Publishers
Deliver content right to subscribers' inboxes. Keep the conversation going with Pigeon's powerful email communication tools.
How Pigeon can help newsletter writers →Social Media Influencers
Pigeon empowers influencers to transform followers into devoted subscribers by offering exclusive member perks.
How Pigeon can help influencers →One Powerful Platform
One platform, so many great features. Pigeon is the most complete, flexible, all-in-one paywall solution. Simplify your stack with our powerful platform that has everything you need in one place.
Variety of paywall models
Learn moreSuper customizable paywall rules editor
Learn moreCreate special private offers, public promotions, and coupons
Learn moreSubscriber and customer manager
Learn moreSubscription and billing tools
Learn moreFinancial and engagement analytics
Learn moreCompatible with all CMSs
Learn moreNewsletter and communication tools
Learn moreAnd so many more great features...
See morePricing
Pay as you grow. No hidden fees. No locked-in contract. Cancel anytime.
Experiment
Our WordPress plugin lets WordPress users try it for free.
Testing is
FREE
forever
- Free download It's free and super easy to start playing around with Pigeon.
- No transactions allowed Payments cannot be collected in demo-mode, but everything else is fully functional for you to play with.
- Try forever You're welcome to try out free-mode for as long as you like.
Publishers
For news sites, blogs, and digital content providers
Starting at
$99
a month
- Setup fee starting at $750 The setup fee starts at $750 and may vary based on the complexity of migrating your existing customers. Higher costs apply if multiple data sources need to be merged and imported.
- 10% transaction fees This transaction fee supports your success by funding continuous platform improvements and maintaining the robust infrastructure that powers your business.
- Cancel anytime We don't lock you into any long-term contracts. You are free to cancel to anytime.
Enterprise
For extra large publishers with unique needs at scale
Starting at
$500
a month
- Setup fee starting at $2,500 Our setup fee for enterprise clients begins at $2,500 and may increase based on migration complexity. Multiple data sources or complex customer imports will affect the final setup cost. We'll provide a custom quote after reviewing your specific requirements.
- Variable transaction fees High-volume clients may qualify for customized transaction fee rates. Contact our sales team to discuss tailored pricing based on your business volume.
- Cancel anytime We don't lock you into any long-term contracts. You are free to cancel to anytime.
*For high-volume sites or volume discounts, please contact us.
Frequently asked questions
How easy is it to set up and integrate with my existing website?
Integrating Pigeon with your CMS is almost as simple as adding Google Analytics—just with a few extra steps. If you’re using WordPress, it’s even easier thanks to our dedicated plugin that takes care of the setup for you. And don’t worry—our expert setup team is here to assist you, whether you’re using a standard CMS or a more customized solution. No matter your system, we’ll ensure a smooth and stress-free integration!
What kinds of paywall configurations can I use?
With Pigeon, you can setup flexible paywall configurations to suit any content strategy. This includes hard paywalls (all content locked behind paywall), metered paywalls (X articles free per month), time-based access (free for a period of time), ads paywall (signup to remove ads), cookie paywall (subscription required if declining cookies), and hybrid models. You can also set up different rules for different content categories or user segments. Learn more about available paywall models.
Can I customize the look and feel of the paywall?
Yes! The appearance of the paywall, registration pages, and user account pages can all be modified using Pigeon's Theme Editor. The easy-to-use editor allows you to upload your logo and match the colors to your brand.
How do transaction fees work?
We maintain a transparent pricing structure with no hidden fees. Our transaction fee is a small percentage of each subscription payment, which includes payment processing costs. Volume discounts are available for larger publishers.
What payment methods do you support?
We support a comprehensive range of payment methods to maximize your subscription conversion rate. This includes all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), digital wallets (Apple Pay, Google Pay), PayPal, and even manual payments.
What level of customer support is available?
We are committed to always ensuring you get help when you need it. All customers receive email support with quick response times, access to documentation, and regular check-ins. We also offer implementation support during the setup phase.
How do you handle existing subscribers during the transition?
We make transitioning existing subscribers seamless. Our platform can import your current subscriber database, maintaining their access levels and subscription terms. We provide tools to migrate payment information securely, and can help set up custom communication plans to inform your subscribers about any changes.
Are you ready to implement the perfect paywall?
Pigeon makes it easy to monetize your content and manage your subscriptions and customers, so you can get back to creating great content. Ready to get started?