How SVOD works
The subscriber pays a fixed amount at a regular interval. As long as the subscription is active, they have access to the whole catalog; the moment it lapses, access closes automatically, with no manual step on the platform's side.
Platform
SVODSubscription Video on Demand
SVOD (Subscription Video on Demand) is a video monetization model where the viewer pays a recurring subscription — monthly or annual — for unlimited access to a catalog, rather than buying each video separately. It's the Netflix or Disney+ model, and the one most creators and training organizations choose when they're selling ongoing access rather than a one-off piece of content.
When to choose SVOD over TVOD
SVOD suits catalogs with a steady flow of new content, where the perceived value comes from ongoing access rather than a single piece of content.
- Courses and training whose catalog keeps growing over time
- Fitness, wellness, or community content watched several times a week
- Creators or media publishing exclusive content on a regular schedule
SVOD with Videas
Videas Channels supports SVOD natively: you set a subscription price, recurring payments run through Stripe, and access to your videos opens or closes automatically based on whether the subscription is active. Nothing to build — the checkout, subscriber management, and renewal are all handled by the channel.
Frequently asked questions
What does SVOD mean?+
SVOD stands for Subscription Video on Demand: a model where the viewer pays a recurring subscription to access an entire catalog, rather than buying each video separately.
What's the difference between SVOD and TVOD?+
SVOD charges a recurring subscription for unlimited access. TVOD charges per title, as a purchase or a time-limited rental. Videas Channels supports both, even on the same catalog.
Can I offer a subscription with Videas?+
Yes. On a Videas channel, you set the subscription price, recurring payments are processed by Stripe, and access to the catalog automatically follows the subscription's status.
What commission does Videas take on subscriptions?+
15% of each payment, payment processing included, with no additional flat fee per subscriber.
Can I combine a subscription with one-off purchases?+
Yes. The same channel can offer a subscription for ongoing access and one-off purchases or rentals on specific content, at the viewer's choice.
What happens if a subscriber stops paying?+
Access to the catalog closes automatically once the subscription isn't renewed. The viewer regains access as soon as they resubscribe, with no manual action on your part.