If I do notice an interesting ad I scroll past and think I’ll go back after reading all the posts which of course I forget to do... so the ad couldn’t have been that interesting.
Good Morning Sunday 19th April 2026
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Hello! We wanted to address a few questions that have come up about Mumsnet's new Premium service and whether or not Gransnet will be doing the same.
We just wanted to start by saying that we are not asking you to pay to use Gransnet and we have no plans to.
We think it's really important that anyone, no matter their situation, is able to access the collective wisdom, support and connection that the site offers. Gransnet is free and we are committed to keeping it that way. Cost shouldn't be a barrier.
But, as you're no doubt aware and we've mentioned before, we are dependant on advertising in order to keep the site running, and marketing budgets have been slashed across the board. It's affecting all businesses, including ours. This is not an easy time for anyone. 
Mumsnet has this week launched an optional premium service. The benefit to users who opt for this is that they will see far fewer ads (in particular banner ads). But we really want to emphasise that this is optional and Mumsnet too will remain free otherwise.
We would love to hear from those of you who would like to see Gransnet thrive, who get enjoyment, or support, or friendship from others on the boards.
If having fewer ads on the site would benefit you and you feel it would be something you would be prepared to pay for, then we can see if this is something we can offer on Gransnet too. It depends on how many of you would be interested so do comment below if this might be for you. But again, the site will remain free otherwise, whether many of you are interested in a premium option or not.
Here is a link to Mumsnet's FAQs which should answer any further questions you have.
Wishing you all a happy and healthy Easter full of sunshine (and hopefully a decent amount of chocolate). 
Thanks
GNHQ
I was made aware of, and continue to use, two different products that Gransnet did a testing and advertising promotion for. I'm most grateful for being introduced to these products and hope your advertising support like this continues as it definitely works.
As for paying to not see adverts etc I would not sign up to this. I neither watch influencers or be influenced by them. If I'm not looking for a particular product I will not look at the advert.
Gransnet is a wonderful site which provides a wealth of knowledge, fun and wisdom from many coming from very different walks of life. I see on here almost daily many who rely on this as one of their few contacts with the outside world.
Keep up the good work all at Gransnet.
To answer your question glammanana, IF and only if we did offer a premium option, it would probably be along the same lines as Mumsnet (currently they're offering a monthly or an annual one, the annual working out slightly cheaper).
M0nica, I feel your pain. I am not in the market for slippers right now but the same (quite ugly) pair have been following me around the internet for weeks! 
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