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OfficialMe vs Ownly
Both stand on membership site platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
OfficialMe combines media sharing, audience controls, messaging, and creator subscription tools across web and mobile. Personal use is free, while creator participation depends on invitation and regional eligibility.
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Ownly focuses on launching a creator membership site with subscriptions, gated content, and Stripe payments. Its free plan lowers the entry barrier, while tier limits, transaction fees, and conditional video support are important details for planning.
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| OfficialMe | Ownly | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Pro: £100 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | OfficialMe | Not published |
| Website | officialme.com | joinownly.com |
| On membership site platforms | #32 of 85 | #36 of 85 |
OfficialMe: what it does well
- Free personal accounts
- Unlimited upload item count
- Videos up to 2K (Quad HD)
- Customizable live-video audiences
- Creators keep 80% of income
What to know first
- Creator access requires another creator’s invitation
- Creator availability is limited to listed countries
- Users must be at least 18
Ownly: what it does well
- Done-for-you setup helps structure a creator membership
- Supports recurring subscriptions and locked content
- Stripe connection handles card subscriptions and payouts
- Subscriber list shows plans and assigned access
- Custom domains are supported on higher plans
What to know first
- Starter provides only one membership tier
- Transaction fees apply to Starter and Pro
- Video support depends on setup
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