Subscription-Based Article Models

Introduction

Purpose

This user manual provides comprehensive instructions for creating and managing articles behind a subscription wall using the AppCMS tool.

Scope

The manual covers the entire workflow from accessing the content management tools, creating and editing articles, setting up monetization plans, and publishing the articles. It also includes troubleshooting tips and FAQs to assist users.

Getting Started

Accessing the Tools

1. Open Tools

   • Log in to the AppCMS tool using your web browser.

2. Navigate to Content

   • From the main menu, select the Content option to manage your articles.

Creating an Article

Adding Article Details

1. Click Articles

   • In the Content section, click on 'Articles'.

2. Create a New Article

   • Click Add New Article to start the creation process.

3. Enter Article Information

   • Title: Provide a relevant title for your article.

   • Permalink: Set a unique permalink for the article.

   • Author Name: Enter the name of the author.

   • Description: Provide a detailed description of the article content.

   

Uploading Images

1. Add Images

   • Upload images in the required dimensions:

     • OTT DL (32:9): 3840 x 1080 pixels

     • Landscape (16:9): 1920 x 1080 pixels

Setting Up Monetization Models

Creating and Editing Monetization Plans

1. Navigate to Monetization

   • Click Monetization in the main menu.

2. Select Plans

   • In the Monetization section, click on Plans.

Adding Plan Details

1. Add New Plan

   • Click Add New Plan to create a new monetization strategy.

2. Enter Plan Information

   • Title: Provide a title for the monetization plan.

   • Identifier: Set a unique identifier for the plan.

   • Description: Add a detailed description of the plan.

Adding Feature Details

1. Edit Plan Features

   • Include Ads: Check this option if you want to include ads in the plan.

   • Login Required: Check this option to require users to log in to view the article.

   • Email Required: Check this option to require users to enter their email to view the article.

2. Save Plan Details

   • Click Save to save the details of the monetization plan.

Publishing the Article

1. Review Article Details

   • Ensure all details, including text and images, are correctly entered.

2. Publish Article

   • Click Publish to make the article live. The article will now be available based on the selected monetization plans.

Website Look

The website interface will display articles with various monetization plans indicated by icons or labels, such as "Login Required" or "Email Required".

Email Required:

Login Required:

Accessing Premium Content

Once authenticated (if required), click on the desired article title or thumbnail to view the content as per the chosen monetization plan.

Troubleshooting Tips

🔰 Image Upload Issues: Ensure your images meet the required dimensions and file size limitations.

🔰Monetization Plan Errors: Verify all required fields are filled out correctly when creating or editing plans.

🔰Publishing Problems: Review all article details and ensure no fields are left blank before publishing.

🔰Login Issues: Ensure user permissions are correctly set up for accessing the content.