Paid Select subscribers have been given a new benefit: the ability to browse the associated main wrestling news website without advertisements after logging in through Patreon.

The update was announced on September 21, 2026 as an added feature for existing paying members. It expands the value of the Select subscription beyond its established lineup of exclusive news updates and podcast programming, while also connecting the paid membership experience more directly to the public-facing site.

In the announcement, the service described the change as an extra for its subscribers, stating that paid Select members can now view the main site ad-free by using their Patreon login credentials. The same announcement confirmed that a free seven-day trial is now available for the lowest Select membership tier.

How the New Benefit Works

The key element of the new arrangement is the Patreon login. A paid member who signs into the main website through that account will be able to access the site without the standard advertising presentation. The announcement specifically identifies the benefit as being available to paid Select members, meaning the ad-free option is tied to an active subscription rather than simply to a free account.

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For readers, the change creates a more unified experience between subscription content and the main news site. Wrestling media audiences often move between publicly available news coverage, interviews, results coverage, premium reporting, live post-show discussions, and podcast archives. This new setup allows subscribers to use one membership login while receiving a cleaner browsing experience on the main site.

No additional information was provided about changes to the news site’s general availability for non-members. The announced feature is an added subscriber perk, not an indication that regular news content is moving behind a paywall. Readers who are not paid Select members can still expect the standard version of the website, while active subscribers have the option to browse without ads once logged in through Patreon.

Seven-Day Trial Opens the Door for New Members

The introduction of a free seven-day trial for the lowest Select tier gives prospective subscribers a way to sample the paid offering before committing to a recurring membership. The trial was highlighted alongside the ad-free browsing announcement, positioning it as an opportunity for fans to see the subscription experience firsthand.

That entry-level trial can be especially useful for wrestling fans deciding whether the premium news and audio lineup fits their viewing habits. A large portion of the wrestling calendar is driven by rapidly developing stories, television fallout, pay-per-view coverage, roster developments, and interviews. For readers who follow those stories closely, a short trial period provides a chance to evaluate both the exclusive reporting and the wider subscriber experience.

The new offer also gives potential members a practical opportunity to test the Patreon-based login process that powers the ad-free site access. Rather than treating the browser benefit as separate from the subscription, the announcement presents the two as part of the same overall Select package.

What Select Members Receive

The ad-free main-site experience joins a subscription package built around early exclusive news delivery and a substantial monthly slate of podcasts. The service says its members receive exclusive news directly before it becomes available more broadly, a feature aimed at fans who want to follow developing professional wrestling stories as quickly as possible.

The audio side of the membership includes dozens of podcasts each month. Among the programs identified in the announcement are WrestleVotes Radio, Alex Pawlowski’s Sour Graps, Sean Ross Sapp’s Q&A, and Retro Reviews, along with additional shows.

  • Exclusive news sent directly to subscribers ahead of wider availability
  • Dozens of monthly podcast episodes
  • WrestleVotes Radio
  • Alex Pawlowski’s Sour Graps
  • Sean Ross Sapp’s Q&A
  • Retro Reviews
  • Ad-free browsing on the main site for paid members logged in through Patreon
  • A free seven-day trial at the lowest membership level

The package combines written reporting and on-demand audio, which has become a common approach across subscription-based wrestling coverage. Fans do not all consume wrestling news in the same way: some prioritize breaking updates, while others spend more time with post-show reactions, historical discussions, question-and-answer formats, or interview content. A broader subscription menu gives members multiple ways to engage with the service.

An Added Convenience Rather Than a Content Change

The announcement does not indicate a change in the type of content being produced. Instead, it focuses on the experience of accessing that content. The practical difference is that a paid Select member can now navigate the main website with advertisements removed, provided they are signed in through Patreon.

That distinction matters. The main website remains an important destination for daily wrestling coverage, while the Select tier continues to function as the premium component with additional news and programming. The updated login benefit makes the two sides feel more connected without changing the basic division between free site access and paid subscriber extras.

For a frequent reader, ad-free browsing can be a meaningful quality-of-life feature. Wrestling news is often consumed in short, repeated visits throughout the day, particularly around major television events, premium live events, press conferences, injury updates, contract discussions, and roster announcements. Removing advertisements can make those visits feel faster and less cluttered, especially for subscribers already supporting the service financially.

The move also recognizes the role Patreon continues to play in membership-driven media. Using an existing Patreon account as the login method means paying members do not need an entirely separate system to activate the new browsing feature. The process ties the account that confirms an active subscription to the member benefit available on the primary website.

Why the Update Matters for Wrestling Media Readers

Professional wrestling coverage moves quickly, often with multiple promotions generating news at the same time. WWE, AEW, TNA Wrestling, New Japan Pro-Wrestling, Ring of Honor, CMLL, AAA, and the independent scene can all produce stories that demand immediate attention from fans. Media services that cover that pace must balance their freely accessible work with the premium content used to support continued reporting, interviews, and audio production.

The new Select benefit is part of that balance. It offers a clear added convenience to people who pay for the service, while the seven-day entry-tier trial gives undecided fans a low-barrier way to explore the subscription. The message is straightforward: members receive premium reporting and podcasts, and they can now also read the main site in an ad-free environment.

There was no indication in the announcement of a deadline for the trial offer or of any separate action beyond logging into the main site with Patreon for paid members seeking ad-free access. Subscribers interested in using the feature should make sure they are signed into the appropriate Patreon account connected to their active Select membership.

Looking Ahead

For current Select subscribers, the development adds a new day-to-day perk to an existing membership. For fans considering the service, the newly available seven-day trial offers a chance to examine the premium news, podcasts, and ad-free browsing option before deciding whether to continue.

The core offering remains centered on breaking news, interviews, exclusive reporting, and a wide range of monthly podcast programming. The latest update does not alter that foundation. It simply makes the main website more comfortable for paid members to use by giving them an ad-free viewing option through a Patreon login.

As subscription models remain an important part of wrestling media, added benefits such as streamlined browsing can help distinguish a premium tier from standard site access. In this case, paid Select members now have another tangible feature attached to their support: a cleaner way to follow the day’s wrestling news on the main website.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Darryl Polo is a passionate wrestling fan covering WWE, AEW, TNA and beyond. He loves great rivalries, breakout stars and the moments that keep fans talking long after the bell. How we work.