Re: Possible to make $$ distributing PHP as Shareware?

I would say it depends on how much money your are looking to make. You're not going to get rich "selling" it as shareware, but you may build a user base. You could then try switching it to a commercial product. Just remember, if it's a commercial product, people will expect a certain level of support (like with basic installation). I know of at least one person making money on a "commercial" php product that started out as shareware. Personally, I think it is an excellent product, although I've only used the "old" shareware version. http://www.taskspro.com/ On Dec 15, 2004, at 9:50 PM, Jonathan wrote:

Hi, I have developed a full email marketing application (using php, mysql) which supports tracking technology (i.e. whether the recipient has read the email, view online, unsubscribe, click on any of the link etc), bounce mail management, backend engine. Is it possible to make some $$ if I distribute the application as a shareware or should I just sell it as an commercial package. If you have any experience with this, kindly enlighten me. Thanks, Jonathan -- PHP General Mailing List (http://www.php.net/) To unsubscribe, visit: http://www.php.net/unsub.php -- Brent Baisley Systems Architect Landover Associates, Inc. Search & Advisory Services for Advanced Technology Environments p: 212.759.6400/800.759.0577