Paywalling a Program

Attaching Packages, Paywalling Programs, and Managing Individual Lesson Access

Introduction

Learn how to attach packages to your programs, set up paywalls to sell programs on your website, and manage access to individual lessons within a program using CoachIQ. This guide will help you monetize your programs effectively while providing controlled access to your content.

Steps to Attach Packages and Paywall Programs

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Navigate to Programs

  1. Log in to CoachIQ: Access your account on the CoachIQ app or website.

  2. Go to Programs Tab: Click on the "Programs" tab to view all your programs.

2. Select and Edit Program

  1. Select a Program: Choose the program you want to edit.

  2. Click on Share: In the program settings, click the "Share" button to edit sharing options and paywall settings.

3. Setting Up Paywall

  1. Paywall Option: In the sharing settings, choose between "Free" or "Paywall".

    • Free: If you select "Free", the program will be available at no cost.

    • Paywall: To restrict access, select "Paywall".

  2. Attach Packages: After selecting "Paywall", a list of available packages will appear.

    • Create a Package: If you haven’t created packages yet, go to the "Sales" tab and create the necessary packages.

  3. Select Packages: Choose the package(s) you want to attach to the program.

    • Multiple Packages: You can attach multiple packages to a program. The selected packages will be displayed to show what is being offered.

4. Save and Update Program

  1. Save Changes: After selecting the desired packages, click "Save" to apply the changes.

  2. Update Program: Ensure the program settings are updated to reflect the new paywall.

5. Verify on Website

  1. Publish Program: Ensure the program is published on your website and app.

  2. Check as a Customer: Log out and view your website as a random customer to verify that the paywall is functioning correctly.

    • Purchase Requirement: Ensure that the program cannot be accessed or enrolled in without purchasing the attached package.

Managing Individual Lesson Access Within a Program

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Navigate to Programs

  1. Log in to CoachIQ: Access your account on the CoachIQ app or website.

  2. Go to Programs Tab: Click on the "Programs" tab to view all your programs.

2. Select and Edit Program

  1. Select a Program: Choose the program for which you want to manage individual lesson access.

  2. Check Share Settings: Ensure the program is paywalled by checking the share settings.

3. Edit Individual Lesson Access

  1. Edit Lesson: Click on the specific lesson you want to manage.

  2. Set Lesson Access: In the lesson settings, you'll see an option to make the lesson free or paywalled.

    • Free Lesson: Highlight the option to make the lesson free. This means anyone can access this lesson without purchasing the program.

    • Paywalled Lesson: If the option is not highlighted, the lesson will be paywalled, and only accessible to users who have purchased the program.

  3. Save Changes: Ensure to save the changes after setting the lesson access.

  4. Verify Settings: Preview the program to ensure the lessons are set correctly. Free lessons should be accessible, while paywalled lessons should require a purchase.

Visual Guide:

  • Hover and Click: When you hover over the program thumbnail area, a click option will appear to change the thumbnail.

  • Media Selection: Choose the best image that represents your program from your media center.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can effectively attach packages to your programs, set up paywalls in CoachIQ, and manage access to individual lessons within a program. This helps in monetizing your content while providing controlled access to your athletes.

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