Choosing the Right Features For a Live Cam Platform

Getting the right platform can make or break your webcam career. If done correctly, it can become a lucrative income stream that could make you thousands per month.

Online sex work has placed ownership into the hands of those doing the hard graft. With just a webcam and a connection, models can now go directly to paying customers. Yet finding them involves using a webcam platform, and not all are created equal. We discuss the features you must consider and the equipment you need in the text below.

Deciding on the Platform

There are a whole host of platforms where you can become a performer. In fact, signing up and earning a living from webcamsex is easier than ever. The startup costs are low, and you can be earning in just a few hours. However, choosing the right platform will maximise your earnings. Each has a different audience size, payment schemes, and will benefit various types of performers. While there are a whole host, the main cam sites are as follows: Stripchat, Chaturbate, Bongacams, LiveJasmin, CamSoda

When people pay to view your shows, the platform will take a cut of this. Each of these platforms has different rules and levels regarding payment. Stripchat, Chaturbate, and CamSoda will give you 50 to 60% of earnings. Bongacams will give you half the money you make. Live Jasmin will give you 30% to 60% depending on various factors.

You should also look at the payment method you choose to receive your earnings with, as this can also cut into the money made. As adult sites, it can be hard for them to acquire the use of mainstream payment processors. Therefore, you may find that bank transfers and certain electronic payments are the only way to get your money. This, however, costs you time and cuts into profits.

All of the cam sites listed above have great traffic numbers, meaning people visit them regularly. Chaturbate alone gets around 367.7 million visits. With so many performers getting to the top pages and being seen, it is no easy feat. Therefore, look for a platform that has plenty of opportunities to grow your presence on the platforms, including allowing top fans features and personalization for your page.

The Right Tools for the Job

Luckily, the equipment you need for streaming has become cheaper and cheaper, so you don’t need to spend the earth to get started. Your first top priority is a camera, and professional webcams will be a massive boost. They improve clarity and definition for your viewers. Some people buy DSLR cameras and hook them up, which provides even better viewing experiences. There are even cameras like the Lovense models, which are designed especially for cam models.

Next comes the mic, as you want to talk to your fans crisply and clearly. These are also easy to come by. A standard podcast mic, which you can buy in sets, will suffice. However, for increased audio prowess and ASMR-like touches, you may need to go for a high-end condenser.

The last piece of equipment you really need is good lighting. The influencer style small ring lights really are not enough. Invest in some three-point lighting packages, which you can find on Amazon or eBay. They should have stands and lightboxes, so you can get even, diffused light. Experiment with the best places to position them for maximum impact.

Lastly, there is the computer. Invest in an extremely good broadband internet package so you are speedy, and your stream is not lagging. A computer with a multicore SSD processor is a must; the more powerful the better. Add to this 8Mb of RAM as the lowest amount, with 16 MB much more advisable. You should then be ready to start your first cam stream.

Getting Advanced and Maximising Profit

The early days of webcamming will be lean. People won’t know who you are or what you do. Yet if you are professional and consistent, you will soon begin to build a following. A good way to do this is to ensure you are on the platform at regular times, which are posted, so people know when to visit.

Most of these sites have a new model exposure boost. This means for the first few days, they will place your profile front and centre so users can see it. Make sure you utilise this time as best you can, as it is a great way to build followers. Try to get on the platform more than you normally would, and entice people to follow you.

After this, increasing your revenue will come from venturing outside the platform. This is something many people may be hesitant to do, and that is fine. This is not for everyone, and some still value a modicum of privacy. Even on the platform itself, there will be a chance to sell recorded content, enter contests, and gain more exposure. If you can upload your content to third-party sites like Pornhub, then you are putting yourself in front of more potential fans. Make sure you link back to your cam room, so they know where to go when they want live action.

After this, the best way to get more fans is through social media. Be very careful with the content you are posting here. Each platform has its own guidelines, but most do not allow nudity and sexual content. As a result, your posts have to tread a thin line of suggestiveness.

There are also software packages that will split your cam stream over multiple sites. While this may sound like a good idea, it can have a negative impact. Trying to manage and engage people on one site is hard enough. When you do it with two, you begin to lose a social connection, and your performance may not be as attentive as usual. However, they are not expensive, and there is no harm in trying them out.

By following these tips, you should be able to get camming quickly. Like any startup, this takes time, so don’t be disheartened if you don’t earn mega bucks right away. Take time, have patience, and soon your cam empire will grow.