One of things that you may be wondering, if you're getting started on your journey and thinking about how you're going to invest in your photography with your Picfair Store, is whether a monthly or annual subscription is best for you?

Below, I give you my most unbiased opinion on the benefits of an annual vs. monthly subscription when it comes to subscribing to Picfair Plus for your online photography store. As someone who’s been on a photography journey for over a decade now (!), I've learned a thing or two about how to get the most out of my photography (read more of my notes), so I hope you find this useful!

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What are the benefits of an annual Picfair Plus subscription

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Here are some great reasons why an annual subscription can be most beneficial (in my opinion):

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1 You’re committing your photography in a positive way

When it comes to getting results with your images, whatever you want that to be (whether it’s sales or you just want to see yourself grow as a photographer), it’s not something that generally happens overnight; it’s going to take some time, and with having an annual subscription for your Picfair Store, you’re making a commitment to do something with your photography for atleast a year.

In many ways, this removes a psychological barrier to building a path to success; you’re investing time and you're in it to win it. And by being committed in the long run, you have a greater chance of doing exactly that.
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2 It’s cheaper

Annual subscriptions are always cheaper than a rolling monthly contract, which is true with Picfair Stores (see our Plans here). So you’re saving money in the long run. That money you've saved can go into investing in your photography practice, whether upgrading your camera, going on a trip, or whatever you fancy!
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3 It’s convenient

This ties in with the above comment: an annual subscription is so much more convenient. You’ve paid upfront, and you don’t have to worry about any new payments until your subscription renews or worry about the amount of money you spend each month. So you can plan and budget accordingly.

Just remember to keep note of the date that your subscription renews; that can be found at any time from your Plus Subscription page.
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4 There’s certainty

And linking to all of the above, with an annual subscription, you have certainty, and you know you’re not going to be affected by any sudden changes that may impact your subscription and Picfair Store or price changes.

So there you have it; those are my top four reasons an annual subscription is better.

If you're currently on a monthly Picfair Plus subscription you can switch to annual, and take advantage of any discounts on our switch to annual page.
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What about a monthly subscription?

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1 It’s less money upfront

Paying monthly means you have less to pay upfront, however, as explained above, you will pay far more in the long run if you do decide to keep your photography store for the long run

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2 It allows you to try out a photography store

If you’re still not convinced about making a go of it with your photography journey (although we highly recommend everyone gives it a good try), you can start with a monthly subscription to test the water. Building up a following and sales will take some time, so don’t expect results immediately. We have a huge resource of guides aimed at helping you sell your photos, so we’ve got you there, too!‍

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Final thoughts

Hopefully, the above insights give you an idea of the benefits of an annual vs. monthly subscription. Ultimately, the decision will be yours, but if you’re looking for cost savings and convenience, the annual subscription will be the one for you.

You can look at all the features and benefits you can get with a Picfair Plus subscription on our Plans page and you sign up for a Picfair Store here.