Ivelope using waiting list for Patreon solicitation

Original thread: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=16975096

I am not pleased that “free signup” is now being used to sell access. Is this common now? Email text below:

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Hi phnofive!

I'm thrilled that you signed up for the Ivelope beta waiting list!

You can get early access to the Ivelope Beta

If you want to download and try the Ivelope beta today, there is a way to get early access, get weekly development updates and influence the development of Ivelope. Click the link below to find out more.

<Patreon link, $2/mo for beta access>

— [name redacted], founder Ivelope

PS. If you don't want to get early access, you'll still be in the waiting list.