On Medium, the difference between “Link Copy” and “Friends Link Copy”

are you also confused between these two, please read below and get clarity about:

On Medium, the difference between “Link Copy” and “Friends Link Copy” lies in the level of access provided to the content:

1. Link Copy

• A standard link to your Medium article.
• People who click this link will see your article as it is normally displayed on Medium.
• If the reader is not a Medium member or doesn’t have a subscription, they may hit the paywall (if your story is behind it). This means they might only see a portion of your article unless they subscribe to Medium.

2. Friends Link Copy

• A special link that allows anyone to read your article for free, bypassing the paywall.
• It’s designed to help you share your work with people who might not have a Medium subscription.
• Perfect for sharing with family, friends, or promoting on social media without requiring the audience to pay.

When to Use Each:

• Use Link Copy when promoting your article to the general Medium audience, as it ensures you earn from Medium’s Partner Program for any engaged views.