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Side-by-side comparison
| OnlyFans | Fansly | |
|---|---|---|
| Operator | Fenix International (London) | Select Media LLC (US) |
| Launched | 2016 | 2020 |
| Creator fee | 20% | 20% |
| Subscriptions | One price (free or $4.99–$49.99) plus bundles and trials | Multiple tiers at different prices |
| Discovery inside the platform | Very limited | Discovery feed, tags, recommendations |
| Audience size | Largest in the category | Smaller |
| Brand recognition | Very high | Lower |
For creators: which pays more?
With the same 20% fee, what you earn depends on how many fans pay you and how much. For most creators who already have an audience, OnlyFans converts better simply because fans already have accounts and cards on file and trust the brand. Fansly can be the better starting point for creators with no following, because its discovery features surface new creators, and its tiers let you price for different levels of fan. Running both adds work but spreads risk and reaches both audiences. On OnlyFans’ terms, see how much OnlyFans pays.
For fans: what’s different?
The experience is similar: subscribe, message, tip and buy PPV content. On Fansly you may be offered several tiers from the same creator, and you are more likely to find new creators inside the platform. On OnlyFans you usually find creators through their social media or directories like OnlyPedia’s categories. Either way, charges are identifiable on your statement and payments should stay on the platform.
Why Fansly grew
Fansly took off in August 2021, when OnlyFans announced it would ban sexually explicit content. OnlyFans reversed the decision within days, but many creators opened Fansly accounts as a backup and kept them. Since then it has positioned itself as the discovery-friendly alternative.
Verdict
- You have an audience already: OnlyFans first; add Fansly if you can handle the extra admin.
- You are starting from zero: consider Fansly’s discovery alongside building social channels, and bring those fans to OnlyFans too.
- You want tiered memberships: Fansly has them built in.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fansly better than OnlyFans?
Neither is better for everyone. OnlyFans has a much larger paying audience; Fansly has better built-in discovery and subscription tiers. Both take 20%.
Does Fansly pay more than OnlyFans?
Both pay creators 80%. Which earns more depends on where your fans are; for most creators with an audience, OnlyFans converts better.
Can I be on OnlyFans and Fansly at the same time?
Yes. Many creators run both, following each platform’s rules.
Who owns Fansly?
Fansly is operated by Select Media LLC, a US company. It launched in 2020.
Sources
OnlyPedia is an independent directory, not affiliated with OnlyFans or Fenix International. Platform rules, fees and limits can change; always check OnlyFans’ own Terms and Help Center for the current version.
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