A paywall is a digital gate that restricts access to online content unless users pay a subscription or one-time fee. News sites, streaming platforms, and research databases use it to generate revenue, fund quality journalism, or protect premium material. Publishers benefit through steady income, while subscribers gain exclusive, ad-free, or in-depth content.
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