Quick question, when was the 1 hour a day free view time introduced, as I saw nothing on the news part of the website, or even in the forum about imposing a time limit for those that can’t at the moment enjoy the full experience due to Credit Card limitations.
The funniest thing is that free cameras are being restricted. What ‘s the point of this? Why is it free then?
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Try deleting cookies and restarting the browser, if that doesn’t help try restarting your router. It’s worth a try.
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Probably their subcriptions are reducing, so they try to force new viewers into subscribing…
Not a good move since ‘‘forcing’’ has a different outcome usually!
Instead of finding new ways to attract more viewers by making realms better and more inclusive, they do the exact opposite by forcing a subscription.
It won’t end good for them on the long plan!
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Most sites do it by the IP address. So you have to tell your router to get a new one. I hope this info doesn’t violate the rules.
If that is indeed the case, that the free cams are restricted to one hour…
Because it means…I will have not so much to present here in the forum.
Yes, there is of course a risk that VHTV will lose a number of non-paying members. But this is unlikely to have much of an impact on revenue… 
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I’ve just been blocked from the ‘Free’ cams as the hour has run out.
So they need to update the T&C’s and the FAQ’s and state you’ll get 1 hour free viewing every 24 hours.
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We’d like to address this openly and honestly.
For many years, our platform has maintained one of the most open access models for live streams, allowing users to watch without limitations. We made every effort to preserve that format for as long as possible.
However, in order to ensure the long-term sustainability of the platform and continue supporting our participants, we’ve had to adjust our access model.
Free viewing is still available and is now limited to 60 minutes per day. This allows users to explore the content while helping us maintain the stability and overall quality of the service.
Unlimited access to all live streams is included with a Standard subscription. A Premium subscription also provides access to two additional sections: a separate video archive with thousands of videos, and a dedicated 24-hour timeline featuring full-day recordings of each live stream.
If you have any questions, we’re always here to help.
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Out of curiosity, can you give us an idea of the percentage of free vs. paid viewing traffic before this change? Or is that information too sensitive?
We understand why you’re asking. While we can’t share internal traffic details, this change was made to ensure the platform remains sustainable long-term, while still offering limited free access. We truly appreciate your interest and support.
I think out of curtesy, a message somewhere. Might have prepared the free users of the impending change, and not spring it on them out of the blue.
You’re absolutely right, we should have communicated this change more clearly and ahead of time. That’s on us.
Thank you for pointing it out. We’ll make sure to give earlier notice for updates like this in the future.
We really appreciate your feedback and the fact that you took the time to share it.
How about a one-time discount for new subscribers, before all the free viewers turn their back on VHTV? I have 400+ days, only asking for my friends…
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I think the best apology would be. Reset the system back to as it was. That all free cams are free. And then say from the 1st April 2026 for example. The free cams will be locked to a 1 hour window every 24 hours.
And say bring a very basic subscription of £8.99 for the cams only. I put that price as I’m in the UK, so don’t know what the Euro price would be.
I think it makes no difference whether the system is changed today or in a week or a month.
Anyone who doesn’t subscribe to VHTV today won’t do so in a few days or weeks either.
A weekly subscription for €8.99 could perhaps be set up. VHTV might consider that.
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As a pragmatist, I take things as they come anyway. The fact that free cams like these even exist has always struck me as quite generous. It’s just a shame that I like to spend my time posting here in the forum, and that will obviously be difficult in the future. But if that’s how it is, then that’s how it is. There are competitions, after all. Thanks anyway for the free cams.
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Thanks for the suggestion. We truly appreciate the feedback.
We’re looking at different options and taking community input seriously. If we introduce any special offers, we’ll make sure to let the community know.
Thank you for being part of VHTV.
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They’re obviously bleeding supporters by the bucketloads. No matter, as I’m not paying one dime for a full subscription. Taking their ball and going home is only going to hurt them in the long run. Screw ‘em.
I've had a subscription several times, but there are too many apartments where there's no activity, or where you feel like you're looking at a dump. It would be better to have fewer apartments of higher quality; then people might actually stay. And there are Moments operators in the chats who don't allow discussion and only respect their own opinion. I, however, will only come back when the quality improves. That's my opinion.
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