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FAQs
Which issues are free?
All issues up to 2024 are free for everyone in the public archive. 2025+ issues are members-only.
When do I get the plugin?
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Compare Your Options
| Feature | Free Visitors | Subscribers | Webstore Purchases |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Issues up to 2024 (View Online) | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| 2025+ Issues (View Online) | — | ✓ | — |
| Downloadable PDFs | ✖ | ✖ | ✓ (purchase individually) |
| Online Articles | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Animation Calendar | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| MedusaFG Lite | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| MedusaFG Pro | ✖ | ✓ | — |
| Production Tools (Calculators, etc.) | ✖ | ✓ | — |
| Exclusive Tutorials & Interviews | ✖ | ✓ | — |
| Early Access & Member Perks | ✖ | ✓ | — |
| Swap Animator Pro Plugin | ✖ | ✓ (Free with 1-Year Subscription) | ✓ (Purchase separately) |
