> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.albumfiler.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.albumfiler.com/onboarding/subscribe-or-purchase.md).

# Subscribe or Purchase

AlbumFiler is free to use to open folders and albums and toggling favorite status of selected messages. In the Freemium Mode, it also allows you to use on a **limited basis** the following features:

* Showing albums
* Import files into albums
* Adding selected media items to albums
* Controlling slideshow
* Shortcuts
* Creating new albums and folders
* Favoriting albums and folders

AlbumFiler is available for [purchase and/or subscription](/buy.md) through two channels:

* [Mac App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/id6479617527)
* [Gumroad](https://tow.gumroad.com/l/albumfiler)

## Mac App Store

If you downloaded AlbumFiler from the Mac App Store, you will be presented with options to purchase a  **Lifetime Unlock** or to subscribe to one of the **Album Organizer** subscription plans when you click the **Next** button. 

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Family sharing is also available as product choices for both the Lifetime Unlock and membership plans.
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If you want to use AlbumFiler in freemium mode and do not wish to purchase or subscribe at this time, click **Next**. Otherwise, choose your plan or product and follow the on-screen directions.

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The prices for each product are subject to change and depend on which App Store you are connecting to on your Mac.
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## Gumroad

Lifetime Unlock licenses for AlbumFiler will be made available for purchase on Gumroad. If you do not wish to purchase AlbumFiler at this time, click **Next** in the two screens below.

Otherwise, click **Purchase** to go to the Gumroad website to buy a license key. Enter it in the text field and click **Activate**.