Joining an OnlyFans agency can be a game-changer for creators looking to grow their audience, boost earnings, and streamline their workload. However, signing the wrong agency contract will lead to long-term regret and wasted earnings potential. Not all contracts are equal. There are several red flags that you should watch out for before committing to any agreement.
In many cases, the first red flags appear in the initial OnlyFans management contract. Unfortunately, there are many unprofessional OnlyFans agencies that work with unfair contracts. This directly impacts you as a creator.
In this blog post, we’ll highlight the major red flags to watch out for when signing an OnlyFans agency contract, helping you make an informed decision, protect your rights, and avoid scams as an OnlyFans creator.
OnlyFans Management Contract Duration & Termination
This is arguably one of the most important aspects of the contract. You should know what you sign up for and what it means for you in the event that you are unhappy and change your mind later on.
Contract Duration
How can you sign a contract with an excessive duration without really knowing the quality of services?
You can’t.
Look for contracts with a term no longer than 3 months. This gives you more than enough time to get a representative idea of how good the agency actually is and gives the agency more than enough time to prove themselves.
Some agencies offer short-term contracts.
Termination Clauses:
Check for hidden penalties or excessive notice periods for contract termination.
The contract should clearly state when and how to cancel your contract. Look for short-term contracts and short notice periods. Anything beyond 3 months of contract duration and 4 weeks notice of termination should ring your alarm bells.
Ensure the terms for ending the agreement are fair and straightforward.
Non-Compete Clauses:
Unfortunately, the OnlyFans Agency landscape is full of highly unprofessional agencies. Some agencies use dirty tricks to make their creators stick around for longer.
Over the past years, we have seen many creators being constrained by bad contracts. In some cases, unprofessional OnlyFans agencies include a non-compete clause in the contract that extends beyond the contract duration in an attempt to avoid them leaving the agency, despite a low quality of services.
Look for clauses that might prevent you from working with other agencies or managing your account independently after the contract ends.
Content rights
Make sure that you retain your OnlyFans content rights at all times. A professional OnlyFans Agency should help you, not take you hostage by retaining the rights to your content. Do not sign a contract that transfers your OnlyFans content rights to the agency. This should apply to your OnlyFans content and your social media content.
Revenue Share & Structure
If more than 50% revenue sharing is proposed, that’s a red flag. Additionally, if the contract does not include a sales scale, i.e., has a flat fee. Normally the agency share should decrease the more money the creator earns. This is what a scale could look like:
$0 – $10,000 → 47%
$10,000 – $20,000 → 45%
$20,000 – $30,000 → 42%
$30,000 – $50,000 → 40%
$50,000 – $70,000 → 37.5%
Beyond $70,000 → 35%
Payment Terms:
Review how and when payments will be made. Some agency contracts have a monthly payment term; others have a biweekly payment term. Know what you sign up for, so you can adjust your OnlyFans payout schedule accordingly.
Be cautious if payments are not made on a clear and regular schedule. Every professional contract should outline the payment term. A contract that lacks this is a sign of unprofessionalism and could lead to problems later on.
Transparency of Deliverables:
Make sure the contract specifies what the agency will do for you. While top OnlyFans agencies provide a vast range of services, like marketing and promotion, chatting coverage, and content editing, you might not need the full range of services.
The agency’s revenue share should reflect the scope of services. If you only need chatting services, the share should be lower than if they provide the range full service.
Beware of vague or non-committal language regarding the services offered.
Make sure the contract clearly includes the scope of services you agreed upon during the onboarding process. This guarantees that you will receive the promised services.
Questionable legitimacy of the Agency
Many agencies operate their company under a different name than their agency. This is not unusual.
However, before signing a contract, always conduct research on who you are signing a contract with. Make sure that the company cited on the contract actually exists and is legit.
If you cannot find the company, turn away immediately. This is probably one of the biggest red flags that you need to watch out for.
After all, how can you sign a contract with someone that does not exist?
Conclusion
Partnering with an OnlyFans agency is an important decision with a lasting impact on your career and your finances. Carefully review the contract terms and keep an eye out for red flags, like unfair agency shares, questionable agency legitimacy, or giving up the rights to your OnlyFans account.
Make sure you’re safe from red flags. A good contract should be clear, square, and good for everyone involved. If something in there makes you scratch your head, don’t think twice about getting advice from someone who knows the legal stuff. And hey, always be ready to talk it out for a better deal. Your content, your time, and your money—they’re all precious.
