Platforms use various revenue models to generate income:
Commission-Based: Charging a fee for each transaction between participants, like Airbnb does with bookings. Subscription-Based: Charging users a recurring fee for access to the platform, as seen with platforms like Netflix. Advertising-Based: Earning revenue through ads displayed to users, similar to Facebook and Google. Freemium: Offering basic services for free while charging for premium features, as LinkedIn does.