I just noticed this in my inbox:
Apparently there are early access series now where unreleased episodes can be unlocked using ink? I couldn't find any info about this on the site or forums though.
yeah some comics are becoming like that. They are free but to read episodes earlier you need to use ink. Kinda like the first teirs of most patreons
If anything it feels like it might be something similar to Webtoons Fast pass, where readers can jump ahead by paying via coins or in our case ink. I was actually looking for that series but I'm curious as to how effective its been
I donāt know much about it, but one series I follow switched to early access and it, essentially, didnāt change anything for me. If I want, I can read ahead, but otherwise I just read the updates twice a week like usual.
I like it myself; it's a good way for Tapas to utilize Patreon-like features without forcing users to leave the app and go elsewhere. However, how are early access stories done? Is it just something any given creator can choose, or does Tapas pick themselves? I haven't noticed any unpopular stories use it yet, at least, so I assume it is limited.
I think you either have to apply or get chosen. I believe thereās some marks you have to hits (subscribers and episodes) before a series is eligible. I could be way off, though
I want the "early access" option for all creators of tapas!! let's make it happen!!
This would be a great feature for all users since it honestly kinda sucks to have to point people to another website to get such an obvious special feature like this!
I would say you hit the nail on the head. :3
Very much agree!
do we still know if its invite-only or applied to? im super interested in this feature
No idea. It certainly seems to be invite only.
I noticed this with a comic I read. I hope it's something that eventually rolls out to everyone with enough subs to have monetization turned on.
I emailed Tapas themselves to ask about how to be on early access and I have gotten nothing...I really wish this website was more transparent with stuff like this since they put a lot of emphasis on advertising comics that are partnered with them........
Does anyone here now how to make a series' episode early access?
pretty sure this is only available to those whove been contacted by tapas and not an everybody feature. there may be a way to reach out and ask but it may be overlooked if it doesnt meet whatever their criteria is
the best alternative would probably be paywalling it on some other page/site like kofi or patreon otherwise idk