How Creators How OnlyFans pays creators in 2026
Requirements
| Requirement | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 18+ (Terms of Service) | ✓ Official source |
| Identity | Government ID and selfie verification before earning | Secondary source |
| Co-creators | Anyone appearing in content must be verified, 18+, with written consent | ✓ Official source |
Revenue streams
Subscriptions, tips, pay-per-view, paid messages
Creator keeps 80%; OnlyFans fee is 20% of each fan payment
✓ Official source
Currency
All fan payments and creator earnings are in USD
✓ Official source
Payouts & fees
A minimum payout amount applies (Terms of Service), but the official Terms don't state it; $20 is commonly reported (unverified). Your bank may charge conversion fees. Earnings show as pending for about 7 days before you can withdraw them (secondary).
Note: Business facts only. Content rules are in OnlyFans' Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy (linked).
Official sources
Last checked Oct 14, 2026. Platforms change rules often; always confirm on the official page. Badge key: ✓ Official source = confirmed on the platform's own page; Secondary = only third-party reports found; Unverified = not confirmed.
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