SnapSell-Style Paywall Platform Creation
Budget: $1,500 – $3,000 USD
Project Title:
Build a SnapSell-style Paywall Platform for Web, iOS and Android
Project Description:
I want to build a SnapSell-style digital content paywall platform where creators can upload files, set a price, generate paid access links, and buyers can unlock the content after a one-time payment.
The platform should work on:
- Web
- iOS
- Android
The goal is similar core functionality to SnapSell, but with my own custom branding, custom UI, and a more premium/luxury design. Do not copy SnapSell’s logo, branding, copyrighted UI, or assets. SnapSell should only be used as a functional reference.
Preferred design direction:
- black + gold luxury style
- or black + white + red + gold premium style
- modern, clean, attractive, high-converting UI
The final brand name and logo are not ready yet. A temporary text-based placeholder can be used during development.
Core Flow:
Creator uploads content → Creator sets price → System generates paid link → Buyer opens paywall page → Buyer pays → Content unlocks securely → Buyer can access purchased content again later after login.
Core Features:
1. User Accounts
- Creator registration/login
- Buyer registration/login
- Password reset
- Basic profile settings
- Purchased content linked to buyer account
- Uploaded content linked to creator account
2. Creator Dashboard
Creators should be able to:
- upload files
- manage uploaded files
- set prices
- generate paid access links
- view paid links
- view sales
- view earnings
- view basic statistics
3. Content Upload
Creators should be able to upload:
- videos
- images
- PDFs
- ZIP files or similar digital downloads
For the MVP, the file size limit can be around 500MB per file, unless you recommend another limit.
Files must be stored securely using private storage, preferably AWS S3 or a similar secure storage solution.
4. Teaser / Preview Mode
Before payment, buyers should see a teaser or preview page.
After successful payment, the buyer should unlock the full content.
5. Paid Link / Paywall System
The system should allow creators to:
- upload content
- set a price
- generate a unique paid link
- share the link with buyers
The buyer page should include:
- teaser / preview
- price
- payment button
- secure unlock after payment
6. Payment Integration
Payments should support one-time payments only for the first version.
Preferred payment system:
- Stripe Checkout or Stripe Payment Element for web
- Stripe webhooks for secure payment confirmation
Important:
- Payment confirmation must happen through secure webhook verification
- Content should only unlock after successful payment confirmation
- Stripe test mode and live mode should be configured
- Payment records should be saved in the database
- Duplicate webhook events should be handled safely
For iOS and Android, please explain your recommended payment approach and how you will handle Apple App Store and Google Play rules.
7. Protected Content Access
Paid files must not be publicly accessible.
The system should use:
- private file storage
- signed URLs or token-based access
- purchase validation before access
- short-lived access URLs
- logged-in buyer access for purchased content
Buyers should be able to log in later and access purchased content again on all their devices.
8. Admin Dashboard
The admin dashboard should include:
- manage users
- manage creators
- manage buyers
- manage uploaded content
- view payments
- view transactions
- view platform revenue
- disable/delete content if needed
- disable users if needed
- basic analytics
- basic payout overview
9. Creator Payouts
For the MVP, manual creator payouts are acceptable.
The admin should be able to see:
- sales per creator
- earnings per creator
- payout status
Automatic Stripe Connect creator subaccounts and automatic commission splitting can be added later as a separate future phase.
10. Web App
The web version should be responsive and work on:
- desktop
- tablet
- mobile browser
The web version should include:
- public landing page
- creator signup/login
- buyer signup/login
- creator dashboard
- buyer paywall page
- buyer library / purchased content page
- admin dashboard
The landing page should be simple, clean, and conversion-focused. It is useful, but not the main priority. The main priority is the working paywall system.
11. iOS and Android Apps
The project should include mobile apps for:
- iOS
- Android
Preferred mobile framework:
- Flutter preferred
- React Native is also acceptable if you explain why
The mobile apps should use the same backend API as the web app.
The mobile apps should include:
- login/register
- buyer access to purchased content
- paid content viewing
- mobile-friendly content access
- creator dashboard or basic creator functionality if possible
Please clearly explain what is included in the mobile apps and what is not included.
12. Affiliate / Partner Program — Optional Separate Quote
Affiliate should not block the core MVP.
Please quote this separately.
Possible affiliate features:
- referral links
- track referred users
- commission after successful payment
- admin can set commission percentage
- affiliate can view earned commission
- admin can view affiliate earnings
13. MLM — Future Phase Only
Full MLM is not required for the first version.
Please structure the backend so that MLM or multi-level commission logic can be added later.
If you offer a basic MLM version, quote it separately and clearly describe:
- number of levels
- commission logic
- admin controls
- payout logic
- refund handling
The main priority is the core paywall platform first. Affiliate and MLM should be separate modules or future milestones.
Recommended Tech Stack:
You may recommend your own stack, but please explain your choice.
Possible stack:
- Web: React.js / Next.js
- Mobile: Flutter or React Native
- Backend: Node.js / NestJS, Django, or Laravel
- Database: PostgreSQL preferred, MySQL acceptable
- Storage: AWS S3 private bucket or similar
- Payments: Stripe Checkout / Stripe Payment Element + webhooks
Technical Requirements:
- Clean backend API
- REST or GraphQL
- Secure authentication
- Secure file access
- Stripe webhook handling
- Database structure
- Responsive web frontend
- Mobile apps using same backend
- Admin dashboard
- Creator dashboard
- Deployment documentation
- GitHub source code delivery
Deliverables:
- Web application
- iOS app source code
- Android app source code
- Backend source code
- Admin dashboard
- Creator dashboard
- Buyer paywall page
- Buyer purchased content page
- Database setup
- Secure file storage setup
- Stripe integration
- Webhook setup
- Deployment instructions
- Environment variable documentation
- GitHub repository access
- Full source code
- 14–30 days bug fixing after delivery
Suggested Milestones:
Milestone 1:
UI/UX design, architecture, database planning, key screens
Milestone 2:
Backend setup, database, authentication, user roles
Milestone 3:
Content upload, private storage, file validation, teaser/preview mode
Milestone 4:
Paid link generation, buyer paywall page, pricing logic
Milestone 5:
Stripe payment integration, webhook verification, payment records
Milestone 6:
Protected content unlock, signed URLs/token access, buyer re-access after login
Milestone 7:
Creator dashboard and admin dashboard
Milestone 8:
iOS app core functionality
Milestone 9:
Android app core functionality
Milestone 10:
Testing, deployment, documentation, GitHub handover
Optional Milestone 11:
Affiliate / partner program
Optional Milestone 12:
MLM / multi-level commission system
Payment Rules:
- All communication must stay inside Freelancer.com
- All payments must stay inside Freelancer.com
- No external payments
- No full upfront payment
- Milestones are only released after testing
- Final payment only after full source code, GitHub access, deployment instructions, and working demo are delivered
Please Answer These Questions in Your Proposal:
1. Have you built a paywall, paid content, creator monetization, marketplace, affiliate, or micropayment platform before?
2. Which tech stack would you use and why?
3. Would you use Flutter or React Native for iOS and Android?
4. Will web, iOS, and Android use the same backend API?
5. How will you securely store uploaded files?
6. How will you protect paid files from unauthorized access?
7. How will you handle Stripe payments and webhooks?
8. How will you handle payments on iOS and Android with Apple/Google rules?
9. Will buyers be able to access purchased content again later after login?
10. What is included in your price?
11. What is not included in your price?
12. How much extra would affiliate features cost?
13. How much extra would MLM features cost?
14. How long will the full Web + iOS + Android MVP take?
15. Will you help with App Store and Google Play submission?
16. Will all source code be pushed to my GitHub during development?
17. How many days of bug fixing are included after delivery?
18. Can you provide a clear fixed-price milestone breakdown?
Budget:
Please quote separately:
A) Web MVP only
Includes:
Upload → Paid Link → Payment → Protected Access → Creator Dashboard → Admin Panel
B) Web MVP + iOS app + Android app
Includes:
All Web MVP features plus mobile apps using the same backend API
C) Web MVP + iOS/Android app + basic affiliate system
D) Future MLM extension
Important:
Please do not send a generic proposal.
I need a clear technical plan, fixed price, timeline, and milestone breakdown.
The core product must work first:
Upload → Paid Link → Payment → Protected Access → Creator Dashboard → Admin Panel → iOS/Android App
Affiliate and MLM can be discussed as separate future phases.
Build a SnapSell-style Paywall Platform for Web, iOS and Android
Project Description:
I want to build a SnapSell-style digital content paywall platform where creators can upload files, set a price, generate paid access links, and buyers can unlock the content after a one-time payment.
The platform should work on:
- Web
- iOS
- Android
The goal is similar core functionality to SnapSell, but with my own custom branding, custom UI, and a more premium/luxury design. Do not copy SnapSell’s logo, branding, copyrighted UI, or assets. SnapSell should only be used as a functional reference.
Preferred design direction:
- black + gold luxury style
- or black + white + red + gold premium style
- modern, clean, attractive, high-converting UI
The final brand name and logo are not ready yet. A temporary text-based placeholder can be used during development.
Core Flow:
Creator uploads content → Creator sets price → System generates paid link → Buyer opens paywall page → Buyer pays → Content unlocks securely → Buyer can access purchased content again later after login.
Core Features:
1. User Accounts
- Creator registration/login
- Buyer registration/login
- Password reset
- Basic profile settings
- Purchased content linked to buyer account
- Uploaded content linked to creator account
2. Creator Dashboard
Creators should be able to:
- upload files
- manage uploaded files
- set prices
- generate paid access links
- view paid links
- view sales
- view earnings
- view basic statistics
3. Content Upload
Creators should be able to upload:
- videos
- images
- PDFs
- ZIP files or similar digital downloads
For the MVP, the file size limit can be around 500MB per file, unless you recommend another limit.
Files must be stored securely using private storage, preferably AWS S3 or a similar secure storage solution.
4. Teaser / Preview Mode
Before payment, buyers should see a teaser or preview page.
After successful payment, the buyer should unlock the full content.
5. Paid Link / Paywall System
The system should allow creators to:
- upload content
- set a price
- generate a unique paid link
- share the link with buyers
The buyer page should include:
- teaser / preview
- price
- payment button
- secure unlock after payment
6. Payment Integration
Payments should support one-time payments only for the first version.
Preferred payment system:
- Stripe Checkout or Stripe Payment Element for web
- Stripe webhooks for secure payment confirmation
Important:
- Payment confirmation must happen through secure webhook verification
- Content should only unlock after successful payment confirmation
- Stripe test mode and live mode should be configured
- Payment records should be saved in the database
- Duplicate webhook events should be handled safely
For iOS and Android, please explain your recommended payment approach and how you will handle Apple App Store and Google Play rules.
7. Protected Content Access
Paid files must not be publicly accessible.
The system should use:
- private file storage
- signed URLs or token-based access
- purchase validation before access
- short-lived access URLs
- logged-in buyer access for purchased content
Buyers should be able to log in later and access purchased content again on all their devices.
8. Admin Dashboard
The admin dashboard should include:
- manage users
- manage creators
- manage buyers
- manage uploaded content
- view payments
- view transactions
- view platform revenue
- disable/delete content if needed
- disable users if needed
- basic analytics
- basic payout overview
9. Creator Payouts
For the MVP, manual creator payouts are acceptable.
The admin should be able to see:
- sales per creator
- earnings per creator
- payout status
Automatic Stripe Connect creator subaccounts and automatic commission splitting can be added later as a separate future phase.
10. Web App
The web version should be responsive and work on:
- desktop
- tablet
- mobile browser
The web version should include:
- public landing page
- creator signup/login
- buyer signup/login
- creator dashboard
- buyer paywall page
- buyer library / purchased content page
- admin dashboard
The landing page should be simple, clean, and conversion-focused. It is useful, but not the main priority. The main priority is the working paywall system.
11. iOS and Android Apps
The project should include mobile apps for:
- iOS
- Android
Preferred mobile framework:
- Flutter preferred
- React Native is also acceptable if you explain why
The mobile apps should use the same backend API as the web app.
The mobile apps should include:
- login/register
- buyer access to purchased content
- paid content viewing
- mobile-friendly content access
- creator dashboard or basic creator functionality if possible
Please clearly explain what is included in the mobile apps and what is not included.
12. Affiliate / Partner Program — Optional Separate Quote
Affiliate should not block the core MVP.
Please quote this separately.
Possible affiliate features:
- referral links
- track referred users
- commission after successful payment
- admin can set commission percentage
- affiliate can view earned commission
- admin can view affiliate earnings
13. MLM — Future Phase Only
Full MLM is not required for the first version.
Please structure the backend so that MLM or multi-level commission logic can be added later.
If you offer a basic MLM version, quote it separately and clearly describe:
- number of levels
- commission logic
- admin controls
- payout logic
- refund handling
The main priority is the core paywall platform first. Affiliate and MLM should be separate modules or future milestones.
Recommended Tech Stack:
You may recommend your own stack, but please explain your choice.
Possible stack:
- Web: React.js / Next.js
- Mobile: Flutter or React Native
- Backend: Node.js / NestJS, Django, or Laravel
- Database: PostgreSQL preferred, MySQL acceptable
- Storage: AWS S3 private bucket or similar
- Payments: Stripe Checkout / Stripe Payment Element + webhooks
Technical Requirements:
- Clean backend API
- REST or GraphQL
- Secure authentication
- Secure file access
- Stripe webhook handling
- Database structure
- Responsive web frontend
- Mobile apps using same backend
- Admin dashboard
- Creator dashboard
- Deployment documentation
- GitHub source code delivery
Deliverables:
- Web application
- iOS app source code
- Android app source code
- Backend source code
- Admin dashboard
- Creator dashboard
- Buyer paywall page
- Buyer purchased content page
- Database setup
- Secure file storage setup
- Stripe integration
- Webhook setup
- Deployment instructions
- Environment variable documentation
- GitHub repository access
- Full source code
- 14–30 days bug fixing after delivery
Suggested Milestones:
Milestone 1:
UI/UX design, architecture, database planning, key screens
Milestone 2:
Backend setup, database, authentication, user roles
Milestone 3:
Content upload, private storage, file validation, teaser/preview mode
Milestone 4:
Paid link generation, buyer paywall page, pricing logic
Milestone 5:
Stripe payment integration, webhook verification, payment records
Milestone 6:
Protected content unlock, signed URLs/token access, buyer re-access after login
Milestone 7:
Creator dashboard and admin dashboard
Milestone 8:
iOS app core functionality
Milestone 9:
Android app core functionality
Milestone 10:
Testing, deployment, documentation, GitHub handover
Optional Milestone 11:
Affiliate / partner program
Optional Milestone 12:
MLM / multi-level commission system
Payment Rules:
- All communication must stay inside Freelancer.com
- All payments must stay inside Freelancer.com
- No external payments
- No full upfront payment
- Milestones are only released after testing
- Final payment only after full source code, GitHub access, deployment instructions, and working demo are delivered
Please Answer These Questions in Your Proposal:
1. Have you built a paywall, paid content, creator monetization, marketplace, affiliate, or micropayment platform before?
2. Which tech stack would you use and why?
3. Would you use Flutter or React Native for iOS and Android?
4. Will web, iOS, and Android use the same backend API?
5. How will you securely store uploaded files?
6. How will you protect paid files from unauthorized access?
7. How will you handle Stripe payments and webhooks?
8. How will you handle payments on iOS and Android with Apple/Google rules?
9. Will buyers be able to access purchased content again later after login?
10. What is included in your price?
11. What is not included in your price?
12. How much extra would affiliate features cost?
13. How much extra would MLM features cost?
14. How long will the full Web + iOS + Android MVP take?
15. Will you help with App Store and Google Play submission?
16. Will all source code be pushed to my GitHub during development?
17. How many days of bug fixing are included after delivery?
18. Can you provide a clear fixed-price milestone breakdown?
Budget:
Please quote separately:
A) Web MVP only
Includes:
Upload → Paid Link → Payment → Protected Access → Creator Dashboard → Admin Panel
B) Web MVP + iOS app + Android app
Includes:
All Web MVP features plus mobile apps using the same backend API
C) Web MVP + iOS/Android app + basic affiliate system
D) Future MLM extension
Important:
Please do not send a generic proposal.
I need a clear technical plan, fixed price, timeline, and milestone breakdown.
The core product must work first:
Upload → Paid Link → Payment → Protected Access → Creator Dashboard → Admin Panel → iOS/Android App
Affiliate and MLM can be discussed as separate future phases.