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Creators receive only 80% of what fans pay, and this fee applies to every transaction including subscriptions, pay-per-view purchases, and direct messages, which directly affects creator income calculations.
If you are a creator, 20 cents of every dollar your fans spend goes to OnlyFans before you receive anything, affecting the pricing strategy you need to meet income goals.
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