Followr’s Shady Upgrade
I bought the Agency-level plan for Followr thinking I’d have full access to everything the software had to offer. Now, they’ve added a $99/year “Plus Upgrade” for features that should have been included in the original deal. This feels really unfair and like a bait-and-switch. If you pay for an agency plan, you shouldn’t have to deal with surprise charges later on.
What’s worse is that AppSumo, which is supposed to protect its members, has done nothing about this. People buy lifetime deals on AppSumo to avoid extra costs in the future, but this situation shows that those promises aren’t always kept.
I hope AppSumo starts holding companies accountable and makes sure deals are truly lifetime. For now, be careful—what you buy might not be what you end up getting.
MarcosfromFollowr
Nov 4, 2024I understand how this could feel like an unexpected change, and I want to clarify that the Plus Upgrade is entirely optional. Followr functions perfectly without it, and the core features remain fully accessible. The Plus Upgrade simply provides access to the latest, premium AI providers—an option for those who want them. Given the one-time price point of our LTD on AppSumo, unfortunately, we can’t cover these advanced AI costs indefinitely.
To give our users flexibility, we developed the BYOK (Bring Your Own Key) feature, so you can connect your own API keys if you prefer not to use the Plus Upgrade. This lets you access the same features without paying extra.
We’re continuously rolling out new features for everyone, not tied to the Plus Upgrade, because we value our users and strive to offer the best experience for all. We hope you’ll give us another chance, and if you’re open to it, we’d love for you to update your review—it really matters to us and our development team.