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Does It Pay to Join the Friend of Medium Membership Program?
In the world of online publishing, Medium has carved out a unique niche, offering writers a platform that combines a personal blog's benefits with a large audience's exposure.
For many writers, Medium represents an opportunity to share their thoughts, ideas, and expertise.
However, as Medium evolves, so do the opportunities and challenges for writers. One of the most significant developments in recent years has been introducing the Friend of Medium Membership Program.
This raises the question:
Does it pay to join the Friend of Medium Membership Program?
Can it help you earn more money with your articles, or should you stick with the basic Medium membership?
Let’s dive in and explore the details.
Understanding Medium’s Membership Programs
Basic Medium Membership
The basic Medium membership costs $5 per month, allowing anyone to create and publish content on the platform. As a primary member, you can:
- Publish unlimited stories.
- Access and engage with all Medium content.
- Participate in the Medium Partner Program to earn money based on the engagement your stories receive from Medium members.
While the basic membership provides an excellent starting point for new writers, the monetization opportunities are limited. Earnings primarily depend on the number of claps (Medium’s version of likes) and the time Medium members spend reading your articles.
Friend of Medium Membership
The Friend of Medium Membership Program is a paid subscription service that offers additional benefits beyond the basic membership for $15 per month. Members receive:
- Increased visibility and…
