Does a paid plan improve my position in search?+−
No. Payment never buys a higher factual ranking, a verification badge, a favorable review, or editorial certainty. Plans buy room and tools for your own clearly labeled material; Atlas search and editorial standards remain independent.
Do I need a paid plan to correct my profile?+−
Never. Presence is free and includes profile claiming, correction submissions, searchable facts, and a private preview. Accuracy is part of the catalog, not an upgrade.
Who can activate a profile plan?+−
A verified representative must first claim the relevant Atlas profile. This protects makers and organizations from unauthorized edits and ensures the plan is attached to the right record.
What happens if I downgrade or cancel?+−
Your core catalog record remains public and correctable. Content beyond the lower plan’s limits stops displaying, but the billing system is designed to retain a recovery window so a later upgrade does not force you to rebuild from scratch.
Can I change plans later?+−
Yes. Start with the amount of room you need now. Your plan should grow with the story you are ready to maintain, not with pressure from us.
Is this a member subscription for players?+−
No. These plans are for claimed business, maker, educator, and organization profiles. Player accounts, the private Clipboard, and the public Atlas remain separate.