Gift Memberships for Prior Subscribers

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When I first released the Advent Angels – NSFW Patreon DLC, my intent was always to treat it like a one-time purchase. Unfortunately, Patreon quietly disabled shop functionality for 18+ creators, which forced me to list it as a subscription instead.

I know that’s not ideal. So, to better support those of you who have already purchased the Clipped Wings Tier, I’ll now be offering free 12-month gift memberships exclusively to that tier. This is my way of bridging the gap between Patreon's limitations and the one-time purchase model I had planned.

So, please don't feel like you need to wait before joining in. Supporting the project now still secures your place going forward - once you've purchased, you'll be able to redownload the DLC every time a custom model is added. My goal is to restore the confidence that you're locking in lasting access, just as I originally intended.

Note: Members with gifted subscriptions cannot donate on Patreon. Therefore, if you're in that scenario and with to contribute further, please see my ko-fi link: Support SurferJay

⚠️ Important Note for Current Subscribers!

If you’re still subscribed to the Clipped Wings Tier, Patreon will automatically charge you again next month unless you cancel. I’ve noticed many people still subscribed, and while you’re welcome to continue if that’s your intent, I don’t want anyone paying unintentionally. The tier was designed to function like a one-time purchase, so please double-check your subscription settings if that’s what you had in mind. I've sent you all a link to this post.

How Gift Memberships Work (Patreon’s Rules):

1. Must not have an active membership (cancelled but unexpired = active membership)

2. When redeeming, you can opt in or out to automatic payments. Please read carefully so that you don't accidentally sign yourself up for recurring payments you don't want.

My Rules for Eligibility: (Strict)

1. You must contact me via a Patreon message.

2. Patreon message must come from an account that has previously purchased the Clipped Wings Tier.

   • Accounts subscribed to 3 months of the I Want to Help tier also qualify.

3. Each account is eligible for only one 12-month subscription gift per 12-month period. Please don’t “lose” it or try to claim it through multiple accounts. Another will not be granted. This is to protect against fraud and keep the process reasonable to administer.

4. No refunds will be issued. The gift system is my best way of honoring the one-time purchase intent without opening the door to abuse.

The Process

1. Purchase a subscription to The Clipped Wings Tier

2. Cancel your subscription

3. Wait for the subscription to expire (1 month from purchase)

4. Send me a Patreon message from the same Patreon account

5. I send you a link for a one-time-use 12-month The Clipped Wings Tier gift subscription

6. Click the link and choose whether to opt in or out of auto-renewal at the end of the gift

Process Previews

This is the screen you'll see when clicking your link.

This is the screen you'll see while accepting the gift. Be careful, as you can sign up for auto-renewal at this point. Only do so if you so wish.

Closing Note

This is a goodwill effort to make the DLC feel closer to the one-time purchase experience I originally intended. Thank you for supporting Advent Angels and for being patient while I navigate the quirks of Patreon’s system.

TLDR: Wait for your subscription to fully expire (cancel after purchase, wait for the 1 month subscription to expire) and then send me a Patreon message asking for the gift. If you buy now, you lock in permanent access to all future Advent Angels models—no need to wait.

Thanks again, and enjoy your DLC!