(AsiaGameHub) – Meta has launched new paid subscription plans for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp globally, alongside testing Meta One plans tailored for AI users, creators, and businesses. The main versions of these apps stay free, but power users can now subscribe to access additional features.
Good to Know
- Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus are priced at $3.99 per month.
- WhatsApp Plus is available for $2.99 per month.
- Meta One AI plans will be tested at monthly rates of $7.99 and $19.99.
Meta Turns More App Features Into Paid Tools
The new Plus plans center on app-specific add-ons. Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus emphasize social features like story analytics, additional reaction options, and profile personalization. WhatsApp Plus introduces messaging enhancements including themes, an increased number of pinned chats, premium stickers, and custom ringtones.
Meta is also developing a comprehensive subscription platform named Meta One. This brand will encompass testing for AI, creator, and business offerings. Meta AI will continue to have a free tier, but paid plans will provide power users with greater capacity for complex prompts, image creation, and video generation.
Initial AI tests will take place in Singapore, Guatemala, and Bolivia. Meta One Plus will be priced at $7.99 monthly, and Meta One Premium at $19.99 monthly. The premium tier provides more resources for compute-intensive tasks, such as advanced reasoning capabilities in Meta AI.
Tests for creators and businesses will launch in markets like Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Thailand, and Bangladesh. Meta One Essential will cost $14.99 per month, while Meta One Advanced—priced at $49.99 monthly—includes tools for visibility, analytics, scheduling, and profile links.
Meta Verified remains a distinct service for the time being. That said, Meta’s broader strategy is evident: the company aims to generate more recurring revenue from its massive user base as AI-related costs increase and ad growth slows down across established social platforms.
FAQ
What is the monthly cost of Instagram Plus?
Instagram Plus is priced at $3.99 per month.
What does WhatsApp Plus cost per month?
WhatsApp Plus is available for $2.99 monthly.
Is Meta AI still available for free?
Yes, Meta AI continues to be free, though paid Meta One AI plans will offer higher usage limits and more advanced features.
What exactly is Meta One?
Meta One is the subscription brand Meta will utilize for its AI, creator, and business plans.
Does Meta Plus take the place of Meta Verified?
No, Meta Verified remains a separate service at this time.
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