Private vs Public Files
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What are Private Files?
Content delivered only to people who purchased or claimed your item.
Full content: your complete ebook, audiobook, album, video, or bundle.
Exclusive access: locked to buyers/claimers; auto-delivered on purchase (or on release day for presales).
Multiple formats: JPEG, PNG, MP4, EPUB, PDF, MP3 and more
Where in Studio: Collection → Private Files
Private Files are updateable. You can add content or replace private file content at any time. This can be very convenient for serialized items that are released upon completion or for rewarding your purchasers with bonus content.
What are Public Files?
Free, preview-only assets anyone can see. Use them to earn the click and the sale.
Teasers: first chapter, 30–60s audio sample, trailer/clip.
Marketing materials: cover, promo graphics, press kit PDF.
SEO boost: public files can be indexed by search engines.
Where in Studio: Collection → Public Files
Fan Experience (What your audience sees)
Public Files show up right on your dedicated sales pages for your content. Anyone can see this information regardless of whether or not they purchase or claim the item.
Private files show up only for the purchaser of the content, this is available in the Curios app or in the purchaser's library on Curios' website.
Conversion Playbook
Hook with the best 1–3 minutes or first chapter.
Quality over quantity: one killer preview beats five weak ones.
Cut on a cliffhanger: end where curiosity peaks.
Reward loyalty: drop new bonuses into Private later to surprise buyers.
Presales tip: leave Private empty until release day; upload then and Curios auto-delivers to everyone who pre-bought.
Security options (optional): use stream-only for sensitive video/audio; offer downloads for convenience after launch.
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