Chaturbate is one of the most popular sites for camming at the moment, allowing people of all sexual identities to watch or perform live shows. It is a relatively old-school site, as it has been around for more than a decade. Since then, it has accumulated millions of fans worldwide, allowing it to become the fifth most popular adult side across the globe.
That said, Chaturbate offers several opportunities for models to make a living out of adult cam shows. While it can take you a while to become established and earn a following, it is a solid platform that pays well compared to other sites. After all, it has thousands of performers online at any time of the day!
Before we start, here’s some general information about how much you can make as a model in Chaturbate:
As a new performer, you can earn between $15 and $50 USD per hour depending on how many hours you perform and how engaging your shows are. Some of the top performers on the site are already earning over 30,000 USD per month, but all of them started just like you.
Let’s dive deep into the different features this site offers and figure out whether it is worth it or not to become a model on this platform.
Chaturbate: Översikt
- Chaturbate allows an easy and straightforward signup process, which is also free of charge.
- Chaturbate has an hourly contest in which you can receive up to $10.00 depending on how many viewers you have in your room. The site chooses 48 winners every day.
- Tokens have a general price of 0.05 USD.
- Besides adult live streams, you can also make money by selling pictures and videos on your profile.
- It’s also possible to set up fan clubs. People can subscribe to your profile and have access to exclusive content. You choose how much to charge per subscription.
- A daily payment option makes it quite convenient for models who work several hours a day and make good earnings. However, you must first receive two pay period payments from the platform.
- It can be hard to establish yourself as a performer on this platform, especially considering the high number of lurkers on the site looking for fun without paying. However, this is a normal behavior of communities from freemium live adult webcam sites.
Signing Up as a Performer at Chaturbate
Any person can sign up as a performer at Chaturbate, whether you are a woman, a man, or a trans person. You can also register as a couple or group if you want to perform with multiple people, but remember that you will only be able to perform if everyone is of legal age (plus 18).
Registering on this site is extremely easy. All you need is to click “sign up,” and the site will take you to the registration form. You must set up a nickname there and provide some basic personal details, such as your birthday. You don’t have to specify your location at first, but later you can do so in your profile, as it may help you attract more viewers.
You can click on “broadcast yourself” to start performing. However, before that, you have to verify your age, which shouldn’t take longer than 24 hours. Once the platform verifies that you are of legal age, you can start performing whenever you want.
Requirements to Perform on Chaturbate
As usual, you need some equipment to get started as a performer on Chaturbate and any other cam site. Here’s what you’ll need to perform comfortably on the site:
Bandwidth
The site recommends you have at least 20 Mbps of upload speed, but it’s not necessary. You can start with as low as 5 Mbps and a resolution of 5 Mbps. However, if you want to broadcast in HD, you’ll have to possess a minimum of 10 Mbps of upload speed, which will also grant you a special badge on your thumbnail, so people know that your show is in high definition. Using a wired connection instead of WiFi is highly recommended, as it grants more stability.
External encoder software
You can use an external encoder software if you would like to have more freedom regarding the quality of your shows. However, it may take a while to figure out how everything works, and setting it up correctly may be a hassle. Chaturbate recommends using Open Broadcaster Software. You’ll still need a good internet connection and a good computer to have a smooth stream with little to no lag.
Chaturbate also has an in-browser broadcaster, which allows you to set everything up without needing an external program. It’s quite easy to control, but it has fewer features than Open Broadcaster Software.
Equipment
It’s possible to perform with most modern computers, but it’s highly recommended to invest in a high-end machine to perform smoothly. We recommend having a computer with a Quad-Core processor (or better) and at least 4GB RAM.
You may also want to invest in the following peripherals:
- En webbkamera: An HD webcam will allow you to broadcast high definition and obtain the free “HD” tag on your thumbnail.
- A microphone: Many computers have a built-in microphone, but investing in an external one would be best. This way, your viewers will be able to hear you more clearly.
- Interactive sex toys: You can connect certain sex toys to Chaturbate. This way, they’ll react to the sound of tips, making your broadcasts more interesting for you and your audience.
This is all you need to start performing. Don’t worry if you don’t have any of these devices. You can still perform. However, again, investing in all of these is highly recommended once you get enough money for them.
What to do on Chaturbate
You can earn money on Chaturbate using different methods. Your primary source of income will always be shows, but you can also do other things to increase your revenue and make a bit more money at the end of the payment period.
Uppvisningar
Chaturbate has different types of shows, allowing you to perform how you feel most comfortable. Most people prefer to go public, as it is the easiest way to attract viewers, and people can send you tips. Still, you can always choose to go private once you find someone who’s willing to pay you good money for what you have to offer.
Here are the different types of shows you can perform in Chaturbate:
- Privata shower: Private shows are only between you and your client. You set the rate, and whoever requests a private show for you is charged by the minute. You can also decide on a minimum length for a private show to make things fairer.
- Password shows: Password shows are exclusive, as only those with the pass can enter the room. Once you’ve added a password to your room, no one can see it. It’s an excellent way of making group shows.
- Hidden shows: Hidden shows are also available. Instead of a password, people interested in watching you perform must purchase a ticket to access the stream. The cost of the ticket is up to you. You can also give free tickets to your moderators or fan club members.
There are plenty of ways to make your shows more interesting for your audience, such as interactive sex toys and some of the apps and bots Chaturbate puts at your disposal to personalize your chat even further. You can, for instance, set up a tip menu or game for people to see what you’re offering.
Sell Videos and Photos
You can also sell your pictures and photos. People will only have access to the media you’ve uploaded once they pay for it. As with shows, the rates are up to you, but remember that the platform still takes a certain percentage of what you earn.
There’s no limit to the number of photos and videos you can upload to your profile. You can even put some of those for free if you feel like it. Not all the content you put for sale has to be explicit, but considering the nature of the site, people will expect you to do so.
Fan Clubs
Fan clubs are another way of making money on Chaturbate. You can set up a fan club at any time, people can subscribe to it, and you will be able to set a subscription fee. Anyone subscribing to your fan club will have access to the content you’ve uploaded and a special green color on their name in the chat room. People can choose to cancel their subscriptions at any time.
Making Money on Chaturbate
Above, we’ve mentioned the different ways to earn money on Chaturbate. However, it is also important to know how much you can expect to get paid by the end of the period. Let’s analyze this information by considering the price of the tokens, how the payment period works, and who has the most earning potential on the platform.
Tokens
Tokens have different values for models and viewers. As for performers, 100 tokens equals 5.00 USD. Take a look at the below chart to have an idea of how many tokens you’ll need to accumulate to earn good money on the site:
- 20 tokens equal $1.00 USD.
- 100 tokens equal $5.00 USD.
- 500 tokens equal $25.00 USD.
- 1,000 tokens equal $50.00 USD.
- 10,000 tokens equal $500.00 USD.
Most models have mixed thoughts about this model of payment. However, the site hasn’t been modified in a long time, so you’ll have to adjust to these rates and see if they work out for you. The value listed here already includes the 50% that Chaturbate takes from your earnings.
Getting paid
You need to have at least 50.00 USD worth of tokens in your account to get paid. As mentioned, you can get paid every day once you’ve received payments twice via the standard payment period. However, the daily payment option has a small fee, while certain payment methods may apply processing fees.
As of now, Chaturbate is compatible with the following payment methods:
- You can get paid via e-wallets, like COSMO Pay, Paxum, ePayments, or ePayService.
- You can also get a check sent by mail or Fed Ex.
- You can also get your funds via direct deposits (only for models based in the USA).
- Bitcoin was recently added as a payment method. It’s quite convenient if you’re familiar with crypto.
You should be familiar with the processing fees that each payment method has, as those are updated very frequently. This way, you can calculate how much you’ll earn once you request funds.
Avslutande tankar
Chaturbate offers an excellent platform for models on the rise and those who are already performing but want an additional site. While you may earn the most via public shows, there are plenty of ways to make money and make the most of your experience with Chaturbate. It’s all about making an effort and knowing how to reach your audience.