How It Works
Complete flow from wallet connection to instant crypto payments to zero-fee earnings—how Fanbase operates for creators, fans, and token holders.
From Setup to Earnings
Fanbase combines familiar creator platform UX with blockchain-powered payments. Crypto powers the backend while the frontend stays simple.
For Creators: Maximize Your Earnings
Step 1: Connect Your Wallet
Visit Fanbase and click "Connect Wallet." Select your wallet (MetaMask, WalletConnect, Coinbase Wallet) and approve the connection.
Your wallet address = your account. No signup forms, no personal data required. You control your identity.
First time? Creating a wallet takes 2 minutes. Fund it with a small amount of ETH or stablecoins for gas fees.
Step 2: Build Your Profile
Set up your creator profile:
Username (can be pseudonym)
Avatar and bio
Content categories
Pricing structure
Monetization Options:
Free content (audience building)
Subscriptions (monthly recurring)
Pay-per-view posts (one-time unlocks)
Direct messages (paid communication)
Tips (any amount)
Step 3: Create and Post Content
Upload images, videos, or text. Choose monetization per post:
Free: Visible to everyone, drives subscriptions
Subscriber-Only: Monthly subscribers access
Pay-Per-View: Set any unlock price
Hybrid: Preview free, full content paid
Content goes live instantly.
Step 4: Receive Payments
When a fan pays, you receive funds instantly:
What You Receive:
Exact amount paid (minus platform fee if not staking)
Direct to your wallet
In crypto (ETH, USDC, USDT, or $FAN)
Platform Fees:
Staking $FAN: 0% fee (keep 100%)
Not staking: Standard fee (still better than 20-30% traditional)
Example: Fan pays $100 for subscription. If you stake $FAN, you receive $100. On traditional platforms, you'd receive $70-80 after fees.
Annual difference on $10K/month: $24,000 saved by staking.
Step 5: Optimize Your Income
Stake $FAN for Maximum Earnings:
Buy $FAN tokens
Stake in platform contract
Unlock 0% fees permanently
Earn staking rewards (up to 105% APY Year 1)
ROI Example:
Earning $10K/month as creator
Annual fee savings: $24,000
Staking rewards: ~35% APY
Total benefit: $25,000+ first year
For Fans: Access Content Privately
Step 1: Connect Your Wallet
Same process as creators. Connect your Web3 wallet and fund it with crypto (ETH or stablecoins recommended).
Start with $50-100 in USDC for subscriptions and gas fees.
Step 2: Discover Creators
Browse featured creators, search by username, or filter by category. Preview free content before subscribing.
Step 3: Subscribe or Unlock
Monthly Subscription: Click "Subscribe," see pricing, confirm transaction in wallet. Subscription activates instantly—access all subscriber content immediately.
Pay-Per-View: See locked content (blurred preview), click "Unlock for $X," confirm payment. Content unlocks permanently.
Direct Messages: Message creators directly (paid per message at creator's rate).
Tips: Send any amount to show appreciation. Optional message included.
Step 4: Enjoy Privately
Once paid, content is yours. No credit card statements showing "Fanbase." No bank flagging transactions. Creator doesn't know your real identity unless you share it.
Step 5: Earn While You Participate
Stake $FAN Tokens:
Buy $FAN (ICO/Presale or DEX)
Stake to earn rewards
Up to 105% APY Year 1
Reduce transaction costs
Points Farming:
Participate in seasonal campaigns
Earn points for activity
Convert points to $FAN tokens
For Token Holders: Stake and Govern
Step 1: Acquire $FAN
ICO/Presale (Early Access):
$0.10 per token
Limited allocation
Before DEX launch
DEX After Launch:
Buy on Uniswap, Aerodrome
Market-determined price
Instant liquidity
Step 2: Stake for Rewards
Visit the staking page, approve $FAN tokens, enter amount to stake, confirm. Tokens lock in staking contract.
Staking Benefits:
Immediate:
Zero platform fees on all transactions
Boosted visibility (if creator)
After 6 Months:
Claim staking rewards
Up to 105% APY Year 1 (varies by participation)
Rewards paid in $FAN
APY Examples:
30% staking participation = 35% APY
50% staking participation = 21% APY
Lower participation = higher APY for stakers.
Step 3: Use Platform with Benefits
Pay for subscriptions in $FAN, tip creators, unlock content—all at zero fees if staking. Your usage drives token demand.
Step 4: Participate in Governance
Hold $FAN = voting power. Vote on:
Protocol changes
Treasury spending ($150M)
Feature development
Platform policies
Proposal Process:
Your voice shapes the platform.
Payment Processing Under the Hood
When a Fan Pays
Step 1: Fan clicks "Subscribe" or "Unlock" Step 2: Wallet displays transaction (amount, gas fee) Step 3: Fan confirms payment Step 4: Transaction broadcast to blockchain Step 5: Smart contract executes
Checks if creator staking (fee calculation)
If staking: 0% fee, 100% to creator
If not: Fee to treasury, remainder to creator Step 6: Creator wallet balance updates instantly Step 7: Content unlocks for fan
Time: 15 seconds (Base) to 3 minutes (Ethereum)
Staking Contract
When You Stake:
Approve staking contract to spend $FAN
Transfer tokens to contract
Position recorded on-chain
Begin earning rewards (claimable after 6 months)
Claiming Rewards: After 6-month cliff, click "Claim Rewards." Rewards transfer to wallet. Restake to compound or sell for profits.
Unstaking: Anytime after cliff, withdraw your stake. No penalty after cliff period.
Making Crypto Feel Simple
Fanbase abstracts the complexity:
Users see: "Subscribe for $20/month"
Behind the scenes:
Crypto payment in USDC
Smart contract execution
Blockchain settlement
On-chain verification
You don't need to think about gas fees, transaction hashing, or block confirmations. It just works.
Mobile Experience
Fanbase works seamlessly on mobile via:
WalletConnect integration
Mobile wallet browsers (MetaMask mobile)
Progressive Web App (PWA)
Add to home screen for app-like experience
Security & Safety
For Creators
Use hardware wallet for large balances (Ledger, Trezor)
Hot wallet for daily transactions
Never share private key or seed phrase
Wallet address doesn't reveal personal info
For Fans
Use separate wallet for Fanbase
Don't disclose personal info in messages
Only connect to legitimate Fanbase site (check URL)
Start with small amounts to test
For Token Holders
Verify contract address before buying
Use reputable DEXs (Uniswap, Aerodrome)
Hardware wallet for long-term holdings
Beware of phishing attempts
The Complete Flow
Fanbase operates on three interconnected layers:
Layer 1 (User Experience): Familiar creator platform interface, easy content management
Layer 2 (Blockchain): Instant crypto payments, zero-fee potential, unstoppable transactions
Layer 3 (Token Economics): $FAN staking for rewards, community governance voting
All three work together:
Creators use Layer 1 + 2 → earn more, paid faster
Fans use all three layers → enjoy content, earn rewards, govern platform
Token holders use Layer 2 + 3 → profit from platform success
The Flywheel
Every participant benefits from platform growth.
Result: Self-reinforcing system where creators, fans, and token holders all win together. Powered by blockchain, aligned through token economics.
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