Freemium Models

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Split screen comparing a free, high-quality video player interface with a locked, expensive subscription-based video platform interface.

Free Video Players: Performance, Hidden Costs, & Optimization

YouTube offers free 8K video quality, yet platforms like Loom and Vimeo strategically funnel users from 'free' tiers into subscriptions costing hundreds monthly.

Oliver Grant·June 20, 2026