PPV pricing is part art, part science. The psychology of how fans perceive value directly impacts your unlock rates. This guide shows you how to price strategically for maximum revenue.
The Psychology of PPV Pricing
Fans don't evaluate PPV prices rationally—they evaluate them emotionally. Key principles:
- Anchor effect: Your highest-priced content makes mid-tier seem reasonable
- $X.99 pricing: $14.99 feels cheaper than $15 (it does work)
- Value perception: Exclusive > long > short in perceived value
- Relationship pricing: Loyal fans accept higher prices
Standard Price Points by Content Type
Photo Sets
5-10 photos. Entry-level, high unlock rate.
Short Videos
1-3 minutes. Sweet spot for volume sales.
Long Videos
5-15 minutes. Higher value, targeted sends.
Custom Content
Personalized. Price based on specificity and effort.
Tiered Pricing Strategy
Create three pricing tiers to maximize conversion across different buyer types:
The "Good-Better-Best" Framework
- Entry ($10-20): Low commitment, builds buying habit. Single photos or short clips.
- Standard ($25-45): Your bread and butter. Most PPV sales happen here.
- Premium ($50-100+): For super fans. Exclusive, longer, or compilation content.
Dynamic Pricing Tactics
1. Time-Limited Discounts
"$35 for the next 24 hours, then $50." Creates urgency without devaluing content.
2. Bundle Pricing
3 videos separately = $75. Bundle price = $55. Fans feel they're getting a deal.
3. Loyalty Tiers
Long-term subscribers get early access or 10-20% off. Rewards retention.
4. Fan-Specific Pricing
Top spenders can handle higher prices. Budget fans need lower entry points. Segment and send accordingly.
A/B Testing Your Prices
Don't guess—test. Here's how:
- Send same PPV at $25 to 50% of fans, $30 to other 50%
- Track unlock rates AND total revenue (rate × price)
- Higher unlock rate doesn't always mean more money
- Test over 1-2 weeks for reliable data
Common Pricing Mistakes
- Underpricing everything: Training fans to expect cheap content
- Overpricing to new subscribers: Build relationship first, then increase prices
- No variety: Having only one price point limits your market
- Ignoring custom premiums: Customs should be your highest-priced items
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What's a good PPV unlock rate?
15-25% is average. 30%+ is excellent. Below 10% means price or messaging needs adjustment.
Should I increase prices over time?
Yes, gradually. As you build audience and improve content quality, prices should rise. Long-term fans accept gradual increases.
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