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I understand the sentimental value of a site like 1000Memories, but I'm having a difficult time seeing how they will monetize the site. You're dealing with a v
by jasonjei 16y ago
I understand the sentimental value of a site like 1000Memories, but I'm having a difficult time seeing how they will monetize the site. You're dealing with a very sensitive issue, so you can't really display AdWords or product placement. And if they charge money, will it be a lifetime fee or annual fee? Who will the custodian of the memory be? Who will make sure memories aren't vandalized?
I would like to see more before passing judgment.
- angstrom 16y agoI honestly think it would be easy to monetize; merely a matter of public perception. Consider that it hasn't stopped people from spending on coffins, dirt plots, tombstones, mausoleums, funeral parlors etc. The departed may or may not baulk at the cost, but affected next of kin are easily influenced when thinking of ways to commemorate a loved one. Keep it tasteful and you could easily eke a good profit.
- SapphireSun 16y agoDon't forget that people feel that spending more money makes something more valuable.
- lurchpop 16y agoTotally agree. have a quarterly or yearly charge of $30 or something. I would totally do that if someone close to me died. You could offer a way for the site owner to solicit donations if they can't afford it.
- chopsueyar 16y ago"Here are your departed, loved-ones memories. Please pay me $30/month to not delete their information." Not to be an insensitive clod, but this seems to assuage the finality of death... Time will tell.