Quote Originally Posted by MarcT View Post
That's a great Idea, maybe after a year or two. Marc
Marc, I have to be pedantic here as your attribution omitted the rationale of my full argument:
Offer a subscription model but when payments stop, freeze the licence at that version so it can still be used forever.
For those wanting a perpetual licence, charge at the monthly rate for 12+ months.
For those subscribing yearly, offer the perpetual licence after 3 years, a reward for ongoing loyalty.
Once using the perpetual licence option, you will be out of support.
A switch from one to another would require a pro-rata adjustment.
It is important to understand that the subscription model ensures Xara only has to support the current version.
Currently, no subscription, no product (and no support required).
The downside is there is nothing to entice past subscribers back.

Acorn