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SUCCESS STRATEGIES·December 27, 2025·13 MIN DE LEITURA
Monetization Strategies for AI-Built Apps in 2026
Por Alex Rivera
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12 Monetization Strategies
Subscription (SaaS)
- Best for: Tools with ongoing value
- Example: $19/mo for unlimited PDF conversions
- Revenue: Predictable, scalable
One-Time Purchase
- Best for: Templates, boilerplates
- Example: $49 for a SaaS starter kit
- Revenue: Spiky but low maintenance
Freemium
- Best for: Network-effect products
- Example: Free tier + $9/mo pro
- Revenue: Volume dependent
Usage-Based
- Best for: API products
- Example: $0.001 per API call
- Revenue: Scales with customers
Lifetime Deal
- Best for: Launch momentum
- Example: $199 lifetime on AppSumo
- Revenue: Quick cash, risky long-term
Affiliate
- Best for: Directory sites
- Example: Tool recommendations
- Revenue: Passive but variable
Our Recommendation
Start with a simple subscription. Add usage-based pricing once you understand customer patterns.
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