Beehiiv: Monetization via Ad Network and Subscriptions

Demo summary
Shows the beehiiv Ad Network dashboard for booking sponsorships and the setup for paid subscription tiers and Stripe integration.
Step-by-step
- Navigate to the Monetization tab in the beehiiv dashboard
- Access the Ad Network to view available sponsorship opportunities from advertisers
- Go to the Subscriptions section to create paid reader tiers
- Connect your Stripe account to handle payment processing
- Configure subscription pricing and optional discounts
Options
- Book sponsorships directly through the beehiiv Ad Network
- Set up multiple paid subscription tiers
- Use APIs and automations for subscription management
Watch out for
- A Stripe account is required to process subscription payments
Tips
- Use the Ad Network as a do-it-yourself way to drive revenue without manual outreach
- Monitor the dashboard for pending sponsorships and upcoming notifications to manage cash flow
Highlights
“the simplification of the subscription dashboards is so intuitive”
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