WORD MEANING
Paywall meaning
PAY-wall · noun
A system that restricts access to online content, requiring payment or subscription to view it.
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A digital barrier that blocks free access to certain articles or media.
A method used by websites to monetize content by limiting free usage.
An online pay-per-view access control for premium content.
Commonly used in digital publishing and media contexts.
Examples
The article was behind a paywall, so I couldn't read it without subscribing.
Many news websites use a paywall to restrict access to premium content.