Enable SubGuard™ for subscriptions?

Payment v1.17.0: Keep Your Subscription Running with SubGuard™ & Delegation Check

Over the past few weeks, we have implemented several functional upgrades and performance optimizations to the Payment Kit to give users a more flexib

https://www.arcblock.io/content/blog/en/payment-kit-v117-sub-guard#consumer-experience

Enabling SubGuard™ for your application in Launcher ensures uninterrupted subscription services, even in cases of payment failures. This guide will walk you through the steps to activate this feature.

Step 1: Access the Application Management Page#

Open the Launcher app management page to view all your apps. From there, you can choose which app you would like to manage.

Step 2: Access Your Subscription Details#

1. Locate the application you want to enable SubGuard™, and click the Subscription button.

2. Access the subscription details page to review your current subscription information.

Step 3: Set Up SubGuard™#

1. Locate the SubGuard™ section on the subscription details page.
2. Click the button to enable SubGuard™.
3. Set the staking amount to ensure it covers the following fees:
4. • Estimated billing amount for at least one cycle.
   • SubGuard™ service fee.

Once the setup is finalized, the system will offer complete coverage for your subscription throughout the protection period, ensuring that service interruptions caused by payment failures are avoided.

About SubGuard™#

Key Features:

• Continuity Assurance: Ensures your subscription services remain uninterrupted throughout the protection period.
• Flexible Billing: Users can settle bills manually without incurring service fees or let the system automatically settle bills using the staked amount after the protection period (with a service fee).
• Notification System: The system sends alerts if the staked amount is insufficient, helping users maintain their subscription status.

Supported Currencies:

• Currently supports Arcblock tokens (USD and ETH are not supported).

Closing SubGuard™:

• After settling bills, users can disable SubGuard™ at any time. If the subscription is canceled, any remaining stake will be refunded automatically.

Benefits of SubGuard™#

1. Improving Subscription Reliability: Minimizing service disruptions due to payment failures.
2. Enhanced Flexibility: Users can manage their billing and payment methods to suit their preferences.
3. Seamless Experience: Ideally suited for scenarios that require uninterrupted service.

By following these steps, you can leverage SubGuard™ to ensure a smooth and secure subscription experience for your application. For more details or assistance, visit Arcblock Community.