31/03/2024
Topic:
SyMenu 8.01
g3o
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I was also one of those who used SyMenu for years without asking myself what effort was behind it and who was paying for it.
As has already been written in this forum, I was also surprised that there were never any calls for donations in the program, so I hardly ever looked at the website.
I'd rather pay money for a program than pay with my data, so the price is clear.
When after an update - without warning - the use of SyMenu was only possible with a login, I immediately reactivated the backup.
At first I thought that in future my user data would be sold to finance this program.
It was immediately clear to me that I would rather not use this program than only use it with a login.
Then I discovered this forum.
I was born in 1965 and have been active on the Internet for more than 30 years; not a programmer but an experienced beta tester and translator.
From the beginning I have supported non-commercial projects, and could also help here with my experience.
I suggest the following solutions:
SyMenu remains usable without login, but:
After starting the program for the umpteenth time, a pop-up appears informing you that SyMenu is a non-commercial project by a private individual and therefore requires donations.
Those who pay at least 12 euros receive a login with which they can download program updates. This login is valid for one year.
Without a donation, you will only receive the major updates (once a year) to test the program.
After minor updates, a pop-up appears informing you that there are updates, but that these are only available after a small donation.
Too aggressive begging is a deterrent, no begging leads to financial problems (the current situation), so a middle way has to be found.
Best wishes from Switzerland
Christopher |
03/04/2024
Topic:
SyMenu 8.01
g3o
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Gianluca wrote:
Hi Christopher.I'm interested in your suggestions but they are not so clear to me.So if you don't bother too much, please explain them better.
Hello Gianluca
Thank you for your explanations.
These show me that I have completely misunderstood you.
I thought you were talking about donations and not just the number of users.
I generally avoid all services for which I have to register, only use google-free Android and Windows only with a local account (without registering with Microsoft).
I normally use Debian-based Linux (MX-Linux on PCs); I only use Windows 2 - 3 times a month and then I appreciate the fact that SyMenu (as a supplement to WinGet and PortableApps) allows me to get all updates from one place, similar to Apt.
My suggestion came from the consideration that I don't like a programme that logs and reports on the use of various apps (or worse, various documents).
A login to use SyMenu apps would never be an option for me, a login to get updates would be a compromise at best, but it doesn't meet your wishes and needs.
Most people are less extreme than me, so you might have more success with them than with me.
Best wishes from Switzerland
Christopher |