Subscription Plans

Choose Your CityGov Experience

Select the subscription plan that best fits your needs and unlock premium features

Free Account
Basic access for casual readers
$0/month
  • 4 free articles per day
  • Profile setup & commenting
  • Unlimited sharing
Read-Only
For dedicated readers
$3.99/month
  • Unlimited article access
  • Profile setup & commenting
  • Newsletter subscription
Essential
For active community members
$6.99/month

All Read-Only features, plus:

  • Connect with other subscribers
  • Private messaging
  • Access to CityGov AI
  • 2 publications per month
POPULAR
Premium
For dedicated contributors and power users
$9.99/month

All Essential features, plus:

  • 3 publications per month
  • Library function access
  • Spotlight feature
  • Expert verification ($2 discount)
  • Additional $1 discount for filling out CityGov survey
  • Early access to new features

Large Scale Enterprise & University Solutions

Custom plans with advanced features and dedicated support

Want to publish more articles?

Purchase additional article publications without changing your subscription

Additional Publication

One-time fee per article

$2.99 each

• Ideal for occasional writers

• No subscription change needed

• Publish beyond your monthly limit

Compare Plans

See which plan is right for you

FeatureFreeRead-OnlyEssentialPremium
Article access4 per dayUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited
Article submissions5 per month7 per month
Article publications2 per month3 per month
Connect with users
Private messaging
CityGov AI access
Library function
Spotlight feature
Expert verification

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when I reach my article limit?

Free users can read 4 articles per day. Once you reach this limit, you'll need to wait until the next day or upgrade to a paid subscription for unlimited access.

Can I change my subscription plan?

Yes, you can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your subscription at any time. Changes will take effect at the start of your next billing cycle.

What is the Complimentary tier?

The Complimentary tier is offered to select partners and contributors. It provides the same benefits as the Premium tier at no cost. Contact our team to learn more about eligibility.

How do additional publications work?

If you've reached your monthly publication limit, you can purchase additional publications for $2.99 each. These are one-time purchases that allow you to publish beyond your plan's limits.

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