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We’ve decided to make less money [Part 1]

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James Hawkins
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566
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Summary

PostHog has significantly reduced the cost of its session replay tool, making it more affordable than competitors, especially at lower usage volumes, while maintaining a sustainable business model. The new pricing structure results in substantial savings for users, such as reducing the monthly cost for capturing 25,000 session recordings from $430 to $85, translating to an annual saving of $4,140. This cost reduction is part of PostHog's pricing strategy to charge minimally while ensuring profitability without resorting to loss-leader tactics that could lead to unexpected price hikes or unsustainable products. The company emphasizes efficiency by being self-serve and avoiding costly sales processes, and existing customers have automatically transitioned to the new pricing. The changes are part of a phased rollout, with more updates to come, and PostHog encourages users to explore their other products, which also offer free tiers.

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