Optional progressive price reduction system using sponsorship subsidization.

摘要

An optional progressive price reduction system using sponsorship subsidization which allows content owners to provide multiple purchasing options for consumers. The purchasing options provided by this system offers an incentive for consumers to obtain expensive internet based content delivered through a facilitator. At the point of sale of a product, consumers can choose a payment option comprising a prepaid sponsorship model which reduces the retail price according to the consumer's preference or pay the full retail price for consumers who wish to avoid advertising.