With the closure of the Tumblr Post Plus subscription, creators will no longer be able to add a paywall over their content starting January 2024. (REUTERS) News 

Say Goodbye to Tumblr Post Plus: Here’s What You Need to Know

In July 2023, Tumblr introduced a new design to enhance content discovery and simplify page creation, citing user feedback as the driving force behind the changes. Continuing its commitment to user input, the platform has now decided to discontinue Tumblr Post Plus subscriptions. These subscriptions enabled creators to share exclusive content with paying subscribers. The company has announced that this feature will be phased out by January 2024. Posting on their official blog, Tumblr said, “We originally launched Post+ to uplift and support the huge number of amazing creators here…

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Know what Tumblr is planning to lure disappointed Twitter and Reddit users to its platform. (REUTERS) News 

Tumblr Unveils Major Redesign to Attract Users from Twitter and Reddit

Twitter and Reddit have faced challenges in recent times, with other social media platforms eagerly eyeing their users. Now, Tumblr is aiming to seize the opportunity by undergoing a makeover. For those unfamiliar with Tumblr, here’s a brief history. In the 2010s, it was a major player alongside Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. However, its heavy emphasis on customization led to a steep learning curve for users looking to build a platform and community. In 2018, when Tumblr announced a ban on pornographic content, many loyal users felt abandoned, causing the…

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The company outlined major changes in a new memo on its product strategy. News 

Tumblr Develops New Feed to Attract More Users

According to a memo published on the Tumblr Staff blog, the company is set to undergo a significant overhaul of its platform, taking inspiration from TikTok by introducing algorithmic recommendations to users’ feeds. The memo specifically explains the reasons for the upcoming changes and what it describes as Tumblr’s current shortcomings. “The fundamental problem is that Tumblr is not easy to use,” the company writes. “Being a 15-year-old brand is difficult because the brand carries with it people’s preconceived notions about Tumblr.” While Tumblr doesn’t offer specifics about the new…

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