How to Charge for Uploads to a Website
Files uploaded to a website takes up valuable space and bandwidth. One way the limit the amount of data uploaded to your site is by charging for uploads. You can charge per upload or through a membership method. Charging through a membership method makes uploading easier and quicker for members. If charging per upload, users need to enter their information for each upload. This method works best if users would only need to upload one or two files over long periods of time.
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Instructions
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Determine the method you wish to use for charging. Choose between charging per individual upload or asking for a membership fee for a set number of uploads.
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Create a page explaining upload and/or membership fees when a person chooses to upload a file. Provide a link for users to become members or to sign in if using the membership method.
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Create a PayPal account to accept credit card payments. PayPal will allow you to have one-click payments or users can enter their credit card information if they don't have PayPal themselves.
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Create a payment page with the PayPal one-click pay button or credit card information form. Be sure to encrypt data for secure submission.
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Allow users to upload only after payment has been made. PayPal will allow for instant verification.
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Tips & Warnings
Memberships to your site should be priced according to the amount of uploads a person can make--for instance, $20 for 100 uploads or $5 for 20.
Create a secure payment method. No one will pay for uploads if their data isn't kept secure. PayPal helps explain data security.
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