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freya_jade_
09-20-2018, 08:39 AM
Ooooh, I'm fuckin fuming.
Streamate messed up my transfer to Boleyn Models because they didn't read a fucking email i sent them.
The steps to sign up to Boleyn are:
1) Apply with Boleyn
2) Email Streamate to close old account
3) Set up new account Boleyn sends you.
I did all of these steps to the T, and this morning i got an email anyways that my new account was closed. Why? Simply because Streamate didn't EVEN BOTHER TO READ my email about closing my old account. Now I'm having the worst anxiety ever thinking that I am going to have NO Streamate account anymore when that is my main source of income! I seriously am at my vanilla job trying not to cry I'm so scared. Why does SM's support suck this bad?!
NitaBaby
09-20-2018, 09:12 AM
Ooooh, I'm fuckin fuming.
Streamate messed up my transfer to Boleyn Models because they didn't read a fucking email i sent them.
The steps to sign up to Boleyn are:
1) Apply with Boleyn
2) Email Streamate to close old account
3) Set up new account Boleyn sends you.
I did all of these steps to the T, and this morning i got an email anyways that my new account was closed. Why? Simply because Streamate didn't EVEN BOTHER TO READ my email about closing my old account. Now I'm having the worst anxiety ever thinking that I am going to have NO Streamate account anymore when that is my main source of income! I seriously am at my vanilla job trying not to cry I'm so scared. Why does SM's support suck this bad?!
Wow. I'm glad you posted about this because I was thinking of switching over to Boleyn models, too. But SM is also my only income source so I can't even imagine this happening after everything else I've been going through. I don't need the stress. Have you tried to contact Liz?
freya_jade_
09-20-2018, 09:34 AM
Wow. I'm glad you posted about this because I was thinking of switching over to Boleyn models, too. But SM is also my only income source so I can't even imagine this happening after everything else I've been going through. I don't need the stress. Have you tried to contact Liz?
So Boleyn Models got back to me and is being super helpful. They just said as soon as SM closes my old account they will help me re-activate my new one again :)
I didn't email Liz yet, but I did send a scathing follow up email to SM.
I am really guessing everything is going to be okay. It's just REALLY frustrating when I did EVERYTHING right and am being penalized for someone else's mistake. In this case the penalty is just having to wait longer until i can cam. And the someone making the mistake is someone i pay 65% of my earnings too, which i find completely unacceptable.
tropo
09-20-2018, 10:38 AM
Right, i got the email too, sounds like an option but i dont see the need to send our earnings in euro, i mean is an option or they'll send euros to everyone?
I mean why convert it? Is the exchange rate better if SM converts the american dollars we make into euro and send us euro?
I dont have euro in my country but the local currency still so i'll face conversion fees here as well.
Dont know if i should get this card or not cause i have Cosmo and Paxum already, will think about it.
They charge an annual fee of 20 euro for the new SMPay card, so that's a definite no for me as I already have to pay $44.95 for my Paxum card, which I need for other sites. I've never had any dramas with being paid to Paxum, so no need to change.
NitaBaby
09-20-2018, 11:24 AM
So Boleyn Models got back to me and is being super helpful. They just said as soon as SM closes my old account they will help me re-activate my new one again :)
I didn't email Liz yet, but I did send a scathing follow up email to SM.
I am really guessing everything is going to be okay. It's just REALLY frustrating when I did EVERYTHING right and am being penalized for someone else's mistake. In this case the penalty is just having to wait longer until i can cam. And the someone making the mistake is someone i pay 65% of my earnings too, which i find completely unacceptable.
I’m breathing a sigh of relief for you.
freya_jade_
09-20-2018, 11:41 AM
I’m breathing a sigh of relief for you.
Haha, thank you! Me too honestly! This whole ordeal has really set off my stupid anxiety disorder, but I'm telling myself it will be okay.
I will still be looking for viable alternatives to Streamate in the meantime though. I am so fucking sick of that site's model support letting me down. What am i paying them 65% again for when other sites (I'm thinking of ManyVids for instance) takes even less and has MUCH better model support. I really don't want to go back to the shitshow that is token sites, but I am thinking I am going to start slowly putting some more hours back into those to try to get away from SM.
cymonehearts
09-21-2018, 04:54 AM
Did anyone not get paid for Sept 9 - 15th?
I have my payout settings for check minimum $20 and I usually see check submitted by the following thursday.. which would have Sept 20th..
however no update or anything ..
SoloDesire
09-21-2018, 06:25 AM
Did anyone not get paid for Sept 9 - 15th?
I have my payout settings for check minimum $20 and I usually see check submitted by the following thursday.. which would have Sept 20th..
however no update or anything ..
I got paid for Sept. 9-15th. Mine says issued on Sept. 19th. I also get checks. You might want to contact support if you don't see yours soon.
freya_jade_
09-21-2018, 11:01 PM
Wow. I'm glad you posted about this because I was thinking of switching over to Boleyn models, too. But SM is also my only income source so I can't even imagine this happening after everything else I've been going through. I don't need the stress. Have you tried to contact Liz?
Hey good news, just to update you on this! Everything went through with the new account :D
I am up and able to stream today.
QueerCrip
09-21-2018, 11:43 PM
Has anyone got there august bonus yet. This is the message I received but haven't got anything yet and I made over 400 that week
I got an August bonus and I didn't even hit the $400 minimum.
I got an August bonus and I didn't even hit the $400 minimum.
Same here and what i understand is, we needed to make $400 in total not just our share but the total amount, a friend of mine got the bonus too even she did not reach the $400 mark so then it made sense it was about THE TOTAL amount actually.
I first believed it was a glitch but then i figured out what really was the deal, they worded it in a way that we should push ourselves to make $400, smart asses.
Glad i got a bonus myself cause i normally rarely place as my traffic dies during contests/ bonus weeks.
Skyla18
09-22-2018, 10:39 AM
Traffic was so bad today. They wouldn't even talk to me. I kept restarting my cam over and over. Saturdays used to be good on sm. I don't know what going on anymore. Im making half of what I was making.
Glamourmilf
09-24-2018, 07:28 AM
I got an August bonus and I didn't even hit the $400 minimum.
Same here and what i understand is, we needed to make $400 in total not just our share but the total amount, a friend of mine got the bonus too even she did not reach the $400 mark so then it made sense it was about THE TOTAL amount actually.
I first believed it was a glitch but then i figured out what really was the deal, they worded it in a way that we should push ourselves to make $400, smart asses.
Glad i got a bonus myself cause i normally rarely place as my traffic dies during contests/ bonus weeks.
Interesting. I thought it was that we had to make $400, our cut, which I did.
Not only was my bonus money late in arriving, it was short by my calculation.
When I messaged Liz she replied that video sales didn't count.
Yeah, but even deducting the 2 vid sales I had, I still should've made the money I first calculated.
Things that make you go hmm.:thinking:
Horny
09-25-2018, 03:42 AM
Is anyone doing well? I need some motivation had the most awful two days so far sitting now nearly 1hr 1/2 for nothing? Anyone or is it the site?
Same here, four hrs online for almost nothing!
breadandbutter
09-25-2018, 11:04 AM
I got a bonus too even though I was like 50ish short of 400! So weird.
minniesoporno
09-25-2018, 12:23 PM
I got a bonus too even though I was like 50ish short of 400! So weird.
What you want to send it back ?
Horny
09-25-2018, 12:31 PM
Phew not that I want you to do badly too but I have had two horrendous days never been so bad across all sites.
tropo
09-27-2018, 12:01 PM
Phew not that I want you to do badly too but I have had two horrendous days never been so bad across all sites.
I'm working across 4 sites tonight. I cannot remember a worse night.
Does anyone know what kbps speed is for the low and hi HD options in the website broadcaster? I'm using the 512k cable option and want know if it's better to choose the low HD option. I've combed through the support database without luck. It is not mentioned anywhere.
princess_casual
09-27-2018, 03:17 PM
Hey good news, just to update you on this! Everything went through with the new account :D
I am up and able to stream today.
Woo! Good to hear! I was thinking of trying Boleyn but don't want to lose my comments! Did you lose them completely or it just took time to transfer over?
MsJess
09-27-2018, 05:13 PM
Holy F)ck its so bad tonight i think it’s my worst night ever this year 11% paid my chat is loterally DEAD no guys at all!
JoyKitten
09-27-2018, 08:15 PM
Holy F)ck its so bad tonight i think it’s my worst night ever this year 11% paid my chat is loterally DEAD no guys at all!
It's Thursday Night NFL football*.
Traffic pretty much dries up during the 4 hours of play, ESPECIALLY if the score is tight or the teams are bitter rivals. Oh, and there's usually pre-shows which guys seem to be absorbed in too. SMH
There may be some hope for tomorrow (Friday) thru Monday.
For US military & govt workers it's payday on the 30th (Sunday), so they'll be paid tomorrow.
Fat wallets with some money to spend (hopefully, on us!)
* NFL games happen at around 8pm ET on Mondays, Thursdays, all day Sunday but the 'big game' is 8pm ET on Sunday evenings. Here's where you can see the schedule (Google Search terms: NFL schedule)
https://www.google.com/search?q=nfl+schedule&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-b-1-ab
MsJess
09-27-2018, 08:39 PM
Hell yeah thanks JoyKitten :) very valuable info so we can adjust our time online, i had to log off to not feel drained and estressed and exhausted and so on...
Seems that from now on most of games are on sundays, so i guess i'll better get my ass online during the US mornings on sunday as majority of my customers are from there.
many virtual hugs to you girl :heartbeat
It's Thursday Night NFL football*.
Traffic pretty much dries up during the 4 hours of play, ESPECIALLY if the score is tight or the teams are bitter rivals. Oh, and there's usually pre-shows which guys seem to be absorbed in too. SMH
There may be some hope for tomorrow (Friday) thru Monday.
For US military & govt workers it's payday on the 30th (Sunday), so they'll be paid tomorrow.
Fat wallets with some money to spend (hopefully, on us!)
* NFL games happen at around 8pm ET on Mondays, Thursdays, all day Sunday but the 'big game' is 8pm ET on Sunday evenings. Here's where you can see the schedule (Google Search terms: NFL schedule)
https://www.google.com/search?q=nfl+schedule&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-b-1-ab
MsJess
09-27-2018, 08:41 PM
It takes time to transfer all of your favorites, but they will appear pretty soon (if you request it) after you start with your new account.
Woo! Good to hear! I was thinking of trying Boleyn but don't want to lose my comments! Did you lose them completely or it just took time to transfer over?
kamiliam
09-27-2018, 08:57 PM
Dude on Monday’s I take a nice break during the game it is fab with none of the deadnish
MadamDragon
09-28-2018, 01:30 PM
Streamate placement: What's the latest intel?
I am clueless these days. I know where you are on the Streamate pages is based on a combination of tech specs, traffic, sales ratios etc.
I was always on the top half of the first page for a few years. A couple of months ago, I more than doubled the hours I spend on SM. But within the last couple of weeks, I noticed I dropped to page 2 or 3. I wondered if it was some tech problem on my end or if the SM placement criteria had changed (I have read about 'smart' algorithms and how it was now more targeted to suit user interests).
Anyone else notice dramatic shifts in placement? Is it a worry or should I stop being fixated with where I am on the pages?
minniesoporno
09-28-2018, 01:59 PM
Streamate placement: What's the latest intel?
I am clueless these days. I know where you are on the Streamate pages is based on a combination of tech specs, traffic, sales ratios etc.
I was always on the top half of the first page for a few years. A couple of months ago, I more than doubled the hours I spend on SM. But within the last couple of weeks, I noticed I dropped to page 2 or 3. I wondered if it was some tech problem on my end or if the SM placement criteria had changed (I have read about 'smart' algorithms and how it was now more targeted to suit user interests).
Anyone else notice dramatic shifts in placement? Is it a worry or should I stop being fixated with where I am on the pages?
Since I've upgraded my computers, my placement has increased. There is the placement of a logged in member and a placement of a non-logged in member they are different placements.
MsJess
09-28-2018, 05:45 PM
So it finally happened, my lovense lush is not working anymore...
should i get the new kiro that will be integrated with SM new interface?
have any of you tried it yet?
also, does this kiro one has the app where the guys can control the toy from their phone? couse that's what makes me the more money and it's more fun
QueerCrip
09-28-2018, 06:03 PM
What I always wonder about Streamate placement is when you have surpassed the max stat recommendations, whether it has direct or indirect effect on placement. For instance, the bar only goes up to 90 streaming hours per month to be deemed excellent. Obviously if the more hours you stream, the more money you can make, which can raise your placement (I think). But does having 120 hours on vs 90 improve your placement in and of itself or do the placement benefits cap out at 90? The same goes for all the other placement considerations (tech, etc). I've never seen that addressed.
Streamate placement: What's the latest intel?
I am clueless these days. I know where you are on the Streamate pages is based on a combination of tech specs, traffic, sales ratios etc.
I was always on the top half of the first page for a few years. A couple of months ago, I more than doubled the hours I spend on SM. But within the last couple of weeks, I noticed I dropped to page 2 or 3. I wondered if it was some tech problem on my end or if the SM placement criteria had changed (I have read about 'smart' algorithms and how it was now more targeted to suit user interests).
Anyone else notice dramatic shifts in placement? Is it a worry or should I stop being fixated with where I am on the pages?
Guess they read our SM threads cause they just posted in Dashboard a video of Vanessa explaining placement :)
QueerCrip
09-28-2018, 10:13 PM
Guess they read our SM threads cause they just posted in Dashboard a video of Vanessa explaining placement :)
Too bad they aren't this on top of things with other topics and issues we bring up! lol!
euro_princess
09-29-2018, 12:36 AM
What I always wonder about Streamate placement is when you have surpassed the max stat recommendations, whether it has direct or indirect effect on placement. For instance, the bar only goes up to 90 streaming hours per month to be deemed excellent. Obviously if the more hours you stream, the more money you can make, which can raise your placement (I think). But does having 120 hours on vs 90 improve your placement in and of itself or do the placement benefits cap out at 90? The same goes for all the other placement considerations (tech, etc). I've never seen that addressed.
From my experience yes, when I go over 90 I place a few spots higher. But then again, as Vanessa says in the clip, placement is now personalized.
There are some thing she definetly missed in the clip. One of them being favorites. The more you have, the higher you show up for a bigger group of customers.
Even if they prefer not to talk about it, billing per hour is another factor. But I get, it's a hard to digest subject and they want to stay positive.
Still, even if I don't work for a few good weeks, I come back to a decent placement, first rows and everything is fine. Why? Probably because I usually score a higher than average billing per hour.
And if you think about it, between me and a girl who looks similar to me (physical attributes) and has the same technical stats, one will still place higher.
Longevity on the website is another one, SM seems to appreciate veteran models. Every year I go higher after my cam anniversary.
% in paid time is another factor and correlates with billing per hour. The bigger, the better. And that's why I prefer to work efficiently and not have long shifts. Better to split them, so I can be active most of the time.
Ration of turning new members into customers. One of the reasons gold show girls have good positions. They engage with more people (and gain more favs), compared with girls who relay mostly on regulars.
It's a tricky question and a lot to consider in. I wouldn't worry about it, unless you suddenly go on page 7, because of technical issues. Otherwise, your position varies by spending member. And as Vanessa said, it's a good idea to customize your profile, certain key words, ask people for specific tags (tattoos, long hair, petite, blonde etc) and so on. Use specific words on your profile (feet, SPH, deepthroat etc) and make sure you are in the right categories (try to be accurate with your body measurements and other assets). You'll show up better in a search and be placed according to a member's fantasies.
JoyKitten
09-29-2018, 04:06 AM
Hell yeah thanks JoyKitten :) very valuable info so we can adjust our time online, i had to log off to not feel drained and estressed and exhausted and so on...
Seems that from now on most of games are on sundays, so i guess i'll better get my ass online during the US mornings on sunday as majority of my customers are from there.
many virtual hugs to you girl :heartbeat
RE the NFL football schedule, it's not something new, it's annual, has gone on forever and will continue.
Big sports rivalrys, but especially football, are kriptonite to our time camming. Guys can't multi-task, so they'll lurk, watching in free chat, but don't want to miss a play, so, generally, they won't take shows with us. Grrrr..... Frustrating!
While Sunday's are the pro NFL's time on TV, on Fall Saturday's guys are watching US College football from noon on. The first part of the season tends to be the worst, because teams are trying to qualify.... and betting is rampant.
Worse yet, they begin even earlier, at noon ET on Saturdays.
https://www.google.com/search?q=college+football+schedule&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-b-1
Glamourmilf
09-29-2018, 06:46 AM
Why does the return address on my check ( via FedEx), say Streamates? With a 'S' at the end?
Anybody know?
DeepThoughts
09-29-2018, 10:34 AM
So it finally happened, my lovense lush is not working anymore...
should i get the new kiro that will be integrated with SM new interface?
have any of you tried it yet?
also, does this kiro one has the app where the guys can control the toy from their phone? couse that's what makes me the more money and it's more fun
Did you contact lovense?? Their warranty is very good and so is their customer service and they will probably replace it. They already replaced two for me!
But what is the Kiro?? where did you hear about it? I want more info, is it the SM toy or just a new interactive toy?
ETA: Is it this one? https://www.kiiroo.com/collections/for-her/products/ohmibod-esca
MsJess
09-29-2018, 11:25 AM
The toy is 2 years old so not an option :(...
Yes that's the one, I found about the kiro Esca on twitter, actually SM posted something about it or replied to a thread once, i was trying to find it again but it dissapeared.
Found this out on streamate help page tho:
https://streamatehelp.com/smconnect/
looks like it will be paired with a ton of tip vibes but the lovense which is the one that i've seen the girls use the most lol
50419
50420
Did you contact lovense?? Their warranty is very good and so is their customer service and they will probably replace it. They already replaced two for me!
But what is the Kiro?? where did you hear about it? I want more info, is it the SM toy or just a new interactive toy?
ETA: Is it this one? https://www.kiiroo.com/collections/for-her/products/ohmibod-esca
BadBitch
09-29-2018, 12:27 PM
Streamate placement: What's the latest intel?
I am clueless these days. I know where you are on the Streamate pages is based on a combination of tech specs, traffic, sales ratios etc.
I was always on the top half of the first page for a few years. A couple of months ago, I more than doubled the hours I spend on SM. But within the last couple of weeks, I noticed I dropped to page 2 or 3. I wondered if it was some tech problem on my end or if the SM placement criteria had changed (I have read about 'smart' algorithms and how it was now more targeted to suit user interests).
Anyone else notice dramatic shifts in placement? Is it a worry or should I stop being fixated with where I am on the pages?
SM claims that hours, connection, earnings, etc. do not matter any more. Placement is based on what the customers like. Allegedly.
minniesoporno
09-29-2018, 02:54 PM
Why does the return address on my check ( via FedEx), say Streamates? With a 'S' at the end?
Anybody know?
typo. did the check clear. that's all that matters.
Glamourmilf
09-29-2018, 05:39 PM
typo. did the check clear. that's all that matters.
lol! Yes, it cleared.
I'm getting Fed Ex next week too, so I'm gonna look at the envelope again.
SideBar: I believe Monday, Oct 8th is a holiday (Columbus day), and mail isn't delivered
For those that get checks that have been late, you might want to get them via fed ex this week.
DeepThoughts
09-29-2018, 07:04 PM
The toy is 2 years old so not an option :(...
Yes that's the one, I found about the kiro Esca on twitter, actually SM posted something about it or replied to a thread once, i was trying to find it again but it dissapeared.
Found this out on streamate help page tho:
https://streamatehelp.com/smconnect/
looks like it will be paired with a ton of tip vibes but the lovense which is the one that i've seen the girls use the most lol
50419
50420
OMG thank you for posting this!! I didnt even know about SMconnect or Feelconnect!! I have been waiting for something like this! Has anyone tried to pair it to the new lovense toys? like the gen 2 Lush?? I think Im going to buy one of the other ones anyways. I have been waiting for this for a while now.
caramelcraze
09-29-2018, 08:47 PM
OMG thank you for posting this!! I didnt even know about SMconnect or Feelconnect!! I have been waiting for something like this! Has anyone tried to pair it to the new lovense toys? like the gen 2 Lush?? I think Im going to buy one of the other ones anyways. I have been waiting for this for a while now.
it won't work. none of the lovense toys do. Here's their list of recommended toys:
Compatible Kiiroo bluetooth vibrators: Pearl2, Pearl, Fuse, Esca, Onyx2, Onyx, Fleshlight Launch.
Compatible We Vibe bluetooth vibrators: Rave, Nova, Bloom, Jive, Wish, Sync, Verge, Pivot, Ditto.
I just had someone gift me a jive & will be testing it out with sm shortly. so far the vibration is WAY more powerful than any of the other bullet type vibes I've tried and it wears super comfortably.
QueerCrip
09-29-2018, 10:39 PM
SM claims that hours, connection, earnings, etc. do not matter any more. Placement is based on what the customers like. Allegedly.
I've never heard them say that they don't matter. The just aren't the ONLY thing that matters. Existing customers will see you at top rank if they have either spent money on you, or spent money on a similarly categorized model. However, if they are new to the site, it will not have tracked their interests yet so by default it will be the standard ranking system. Additionally, while it will show models in similar categories to ones they have spent on, they will first pick models within that category with better stats and then models in that category with lower stats. So a guy might be into BBWs and the site might put BBWs at the top, but there is a higher chance you will be one of the first listed BBWs if your tech, hours, ratings, etc are all good than a BBW who is never on and has a crappy camera.
caramelcraze
09-30-2018, 01:03 AM
question: anyone know how to put a topic up on smconnect? I cant for the life of me figure it out
SoloDesire
09-30-2018, 10:12 AM
question: anyone know how to put a topic up on smconnect? I cant for the life of me figure it out
That isn't available on SMConnect yet...along with a ton of other features. Which is why I don't bother using it.
BadBitch
09-30-2018, 12:03 PM
Guess they read our SM threads cause they just posted in Dashboard a video of Vanessa explaining placement :)
Where? I can't find it.
naomi_doll
09-30-2018, 12:36 PM
Where? I can't find it.
I haven't watched it, but it is here - http://streamaterecruiting.com/placement/
That isn't available on SMConnect yet...along with a ton of other features. Which is why I don't bother using it.
How about cam2cam, is it working yet?!
@ Badbitch, the video about placement is in the news section of our main SM model page on the right side above our prices.
SimoneGray
10-01-2018, 03:02 AM
I wonder when SMconnect will be rolled out to all models...still don't seem to have the option to use it yet.
euro_princess
10-01-2018, 03:17 AM
I wonder when SMconnect will be rolled out to all models...still don't seem to have the option to use it yet.
I think it's available for everyone (as long as you are opted in to test new updates). You can find it at My Account -> Account Preferances.
SimoneGray
10-01-2018, 03:25 AM
I think it's available for everyone (as long as you are opted in to test new updates). You can find it at My Account -> Account Preferances.
Ah thank you!