Dear Marcel,Hey, there.
I'm Marcel, developer of "Featured Image from URL (FIFU)", plugin for WordPress.
That's a very small project and its whole monetization comes from the sales of the pro version, that is being distributed for free and with no authorization here first and hundreds of other websites later. And that's a big trouble, because with no monetization I can't keep running it, releasing updates, giving support or developing new stuff.
I know the essence of this forum is to distribute software for free, but even so, I would like to ask for removing my software, otherwise I will have to stop the development. No plugin survive for a long time without money.
During the years, to keep the project alive I have tried to decrease the price and even added license keys for blocking purposes. But, as you know, since the code is open, anyone can easily bypass any restriction. So that's not a war I can win. Due the piracy, in the last week, only 2 licenses were sold. Who lives with US$ 60.00/week? Is the purpose of this community to help people or to sabotage small developers?
If anyone has ideas to monetize the plugin without a pro version, please let me know. I'll be glad to make all the features available for free. Otherwise, I request the plugin from being removed from this forum, at least until a financially viable solution is found. Thanks!
I hope you're doing well today. I wanted to express my appreciation for the effort you put into developing and updating your plugin. I understand that this is your source of income, and I truly value the positive aspects of your work.
Like many others, I enjoy coming to your platform to explore the various plugins and scripts before making a purchase decision. In your case, I was particularly impressed by the features of your plugin and the consistent updates you provide. It's evident that you're dedicated to maintaining and enhancing its functionality.
As a result of my positive experience with your product, I have decided to make a purchase. Your commitment to regular updates played a significant role in my decision, and I look forward to benefiting from your plugin's continued improvements.
Thank you for your hard work and dedication to creating a valuable tool.
Best regards,