How Much Does OnlyFans Take from Creators

With over 240 million users and more than 3 million creators, OnlyFans has paid out over $10 billion to creators since launching in 2016. But how does the platform make money, and how much does OnlyFans take from creators? Keep reading to find out.

The Economics of OnlyFans

To understand how OnlyFans makes money, we first need to look at some key statistics about the economics of the platform:

• 33% of the total revenue on OnlyFans comes from just the top 1% of creators.
• At its peak growth in 2020, OnlyFans gained 7,000 to 8,000 new creators daily. Now, the site has more than 3 million creators.
• There are over 240 million registered users on OnlyFans. 

With over $10 billion paid out to creators, OnlyFans is generating substantial revenue. It has become an economic force in the world of adult content and “influencer” style marketing. However, the odds are stacked against smaller creators trying to make it big.

How Much Does OnlyFans Take Out From Your Earnings?

So, what percent does OnlyFans take? Simply put, the platform takes a 20% commission from creator earnings, no matter how much they earn on the platform. For example, if you earn $100, OnlyFans takes $20, and you receive $80. This commission applies to all earnings, including:

• Monthly subscriptions from fans
• Selling PPV content
• Paid conversations
• Customs

While 20% may seem like a high fee, it’s quite standard compared to other creator platforms:

• YouTube takes 45% of ad revenue from creators
• Twitch takes 50% of subscription revenue

The 20% OnlyFans percentage cut also funds the cost of safely storing and distributing adult content at a large scale. ‍The good news, however, is that OnlyFans is free to join for creators. You can set up a profile and start posting content without any upfront costs.

Does OnlyFans take a percentage of tips?

Besides customs, PPVs, and so on, the OnlyFans commission applies to the tips you receive as well. This fee covers platform maintenance, payment processing, and creator support services.

How much can you earn after OnlyFans platform fees?

Since OnlyFans takes a 20% platform fee, creators keep 80% of everything they earn. So if you make $1,000 in a month, your actual payout is $800 after fees. This applies to tips, customs, pay-per-view messages, and subscriptions. 

How Does OnlyFans Payout Work?

When you set up your OnlyFans account, you’ll need to connect a bank account or an approved third-party payment service such as Paxum or ePayments to receive your earnings. OnlyFans no longer enforces a strict $20 payout threshold for most users. This means you can now withdraw funds automatically or manually once they’re available, depending on your region and payment setup.

When fans pay for subscriptions, tips, or pay-per-view content, the money first appears in your pending balance. After a short processing period (typically a few days), those funds move to your current balance, making them eligible for payout. You can choose manual payouts whenever your balance is ready or enable auto-payouts to send your earnings automatically on a regular schedule. OnlyFans processes payouts daily, and funds usually reach your account within one to three business days, depending on your payment provider and country. 

Realistic Earnings for OnlyFans Creators

While top creators earn multi-million dollar salaries, the reality for most is much more modest. The average OnlyFans account earns just $180 per month.

By playing their cards right, however, new creators can earn $500 to $1,000 a month. It all comes down to consistent effort and marketing. 

The keys to earning larger amounts on OnlyFans include:

• Having an existing large following that you can promote to
• Posting high-quality, consistent content multiple times per week
• Engaging with fans via messaging to keep them subscribed
• Promoting your OnlyFans account heavily on social media

Can You Avoid Paying OnlyFans Creator Fees?

Unfortunately, you can’t avoid paying OnlyFans creator fees. The platform automatically takes a 20% commission from everything you earn before sending you your payout. This fee is built into the system, so there’s no legitimate way to bypass it. While some creators might try to move fans to third-party sites or private payment methods, doing so violates OnlyFans’ Terms of Service and can lead to account suspension. 

Keep in mind that words like Cash App and Venmo are included in the list of OnlyFans restricted words. 

Instead of trying to avoid the fee, it’s better to treat it as a business expense and focus on boosting your earnings. The 80% you keep is still among the most generous splits in the creator economy compared to similar platforms.

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Final Words

While signup is free and easy, making big money as an OnlyFans creator takes significant effort and marketing. Before quitting your day job, make sure you have realistic expectations about the likely income you can make.

For those willing to hustle and self-promote, OnlyFans provides a platform to monetize content that is often banned elsewhere. Just be prepared to pay a 20% commission on what you earn.