This is totally optional, just if you want lifetime access to on-demand support from technical experts in a safe place with no scammers. Some people see huge value in that.
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You just rised the entry level for scammer to $100 by that.
They will never pay it, because rhe first time they try to scam, they will be removed from the server forever and have to pay another $100 to get back in.
To defeat spam and scammers, you must BOTH control the server AND charge for access. Problem solved.
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I might misunderstood the communicate. I’m DIY user and I am not seeking premium support. All I need is access to community forum as it was on Telegram. I agree with Telegram flaws but do I understand it correctly that this new Matrix chat will be the only #start9 forum and Telegram chat completely gone? In other words will payed option replace free option fully?
Are DYI users left alone?