I’d like to share some constructive ideas:
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Distribute obfuscated code and implement an activation system. As an author, I’d like to sell my software, not my code.
I’d like to submit my code to the Envato approval process once approve my new plugin (or the updates for the already existing) I’d like it to be automatically obfuscated by Envato.
If Envato partners with something like Freemius it would allow us to better implement an activation system (Based on the purchase code) to avoid the customer illegally distributing the software or using it in infinite sites. The code obfuscation will make the cracking of the activation system more difficult. -
Change the billing method. The purchase of the software one time and using it forever is not profitable anymore.
Platforms like Yith or WooCommerce use a different model. Pay a subscription for each software you purchase and you get support and updates per year and for a fixed number of sites. The subscription renewal could cost only 50% - 70% of the first price. -
Lower prices, return to the market-driven price, and remove buyer fee. If you implement the previous points, I agree to sell my plugins at a lower price (30% - 40% less). This will contrast the illegal software distribution too.