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Nocturnelle
06-26-2013, 12:00 PM
Lol, I don't even know what this whole thanking business is. :x
TheBrownFox
06-26-2013, 12:11 PM
I have an important question. There's this twitter promoter that provides cam models with profiles. When you register, you're required to enter your personal information. (It doesn't show up on the site.) I found out that he lives in the same state since he brought it up to me. He said it'll make shows fun. I hope he's not expecting me to provide him with free shows because me promotes me. What you girls do? Should I get off the site ASAP?
I feel like I'm one of the few cam girls who couldn't care less about all of these "Twitter promoters." LOL.
And no, LadyCoco, I wouldn't bother with this "Twitter promoter" if he requires your personal information...AND he lives in your state? That's a double no-no. Too many people out there acting like they're doing you favors when they're really just helping themselves (like the MFC members who claim they've rated/admired you, and they expect a freeiflash for it). I agree with laurielegs...there's no reason for this dude to require your personal info. That's a red flag.
roast
06-26-2013, 12:19 PM
I have an important question. There's this twitter promoter that provides cam models with profiles. When you register, you're required to enter your personal information. (It doesn't show up on the site.) I found out that he lives in the same state since he brought it up to me. He said it'll make shows fun. I hope he's not expecting me to provide him with free shows because me promotes me. What you girls do? Should I get off the site ASAP?
He's asking you to fuck him irl. For free. Or even for his own profit. And because youre nude online and he now has your info he thinks youre super accessible, so of course you will.
You should get of off the site asap. Twitter promoters dont need your 2257 info, so idk if that was his reasoning for it but.... yea.
Dont give random people your full contact info if they have no need to have it (like wont be mailing you something payment related). Twitter promoters usually dont really need to contact you bc theyre usually promoting a bunch of people and unless they are promoting their own white labels, affiliate stuff, website ---- only a handful of twitter promoters are even worth it, the more the better of course, but there is no need for your contact info for twitter promo. A whole "application" is just more creative freeloading, pic collecting, privacy invasiveness, chronic watching of you. Seriously, a bunch of the "promoters" on twitter are just more creative freeloaders/obsessors. Sam38g posted a warning about a guy like this who uses model's naivete to blackmail them and post their full name/info when they dont give in.
I saw a "fan" who "helped" a girl with her website recently go ballistic and lock her out of it and post her full name on twitter. That was this month. I think she wouldnt give him "the videos she promised" aka free shit. Worse, Ive seen that kind of thing before.
So, yea, not to go on and on about it: you should get off of his list and website. He'll probably retain your info for awhile, Id suggest just ignoring him until he moves onto someone else... and once he does that: block him. IDK how much you sent him but if it was a whole lot you may want to ignore and not engage (like odnt even block either) until you know he's moved on. Guys who ask sex workers for unnecessary info are not stable - so treat him like he isnt and pacify him by ignoring then move on. Be way more careful in the future.
Seriously "I can help you" from a "helpful" guy is one of the biggest scam in the sex industry on the whole. Be super shrewd about that kind of thing when it comes with stipulations youd never ever give up like your contact details, address, etc.
LadyCoco
06-26-2013, 12:38 PM
Thank you. I feel like an idiot now. I thought it was needed to verify that I'm over 18. I'll delete my profile and tell him I changed my mind. Then I'll just block his ass. :)
ETA: I didn't want to create a thread about because I didn't want to call attention to it. Who knows who lurks on these boards.
winterdeveroux
06-26-2013, 01:07 PM
I'm a little concerned. Standard end of the month stuff, but this is mostly a SM question and I didn't know where to post it.
So, does the three week delay of pay start the first day of your account being active or the first week that you made money on said account? I'm patiently waiting, because (despite my growing panic) I don't wanna be a pain in the ass to support in asking if the three week processing thing can be sped up a little bit (and I don't even know if that's possible). I'm just stressing because of, like I said, end of the month financial stuff. Is it really just a "hurry up and wait" thing, and if so, when does that pay period begin; OR is there any way to expedite this process without pissing off support?
Sorry again if this is in the wrong place, I'm just a little frazzled right now.
RaeRae
06-26-2013, 01:40 PM
The three week delay is from the first time you made money on the account I believe. If you live in the US, you can ask smsupport to put you on weekly pay instead. I did that my first week on SM.
SweetCandiCane
06-29-2013, 06:09 PM
Hey Ladies,
So I have a question. I work on MFC and IL and I have a tumblr and Twitter dedicated to my camming. I been doing this a week now and am really wanting to get into selling pics and vids through my accounts and other ways. I see some models who have a section in their profile for buying vids and pics and do not know how to set this up, can someone help me? I also wanted to sell my vids on a site, but what is a good one. I have paypal and it is connected through my tumblr with a button etc. Any help would be great, thank you in advance! :)
Nocturnelle
06-30-2013, 11:40 AM
So I have a question for those who work on Livejasmin, how soon do you get paid by the end of the pay period?
ChopperM
06-30-2013, 05:06 PM
On Streammate:
Does anyone know if 30sec pvt peepers can rate you? Even though they didn't stay long even to even pay you anything? I got a 1 star rating today and I can't figure out who could've left me it...everyone seemed to really enjoy their shows =/ The only thing I can think of was this one guy who took me to pvt and immediately said "show me your pussy" so I dawdled a bit, teasing, trying to kill time because I had a feeling he was just going to leave right before the 30second mark, and sure enough, he left after like 10 seconds
Anyway I guess I shouldn't let ratings get to me, I'm just curious :P If it was one of my actual paying customers who left me that rating, I wish they would just tell me if I was doing something wrong
MissSassyPickles
06-30-2013, 05:29 PM
^Nope they can't rate if they don't pay, and they can't rate for Gold Shows.
ChopperM
07-01-2013, 10:39 AM
^ Thank you! Haha I guess I need to stop dwelling on my ratings.
Snowy0Star
07-01-2013, 10:55 AM
^ Thank you! Haha I guess I need to stop dwelling on my ratings.
i dont worry about my ratings either all i can do is do my best they wont take down 3s and 4s no one gives 2s and they always take down the 1s when ive emailed them
trynacam
07-01-2013, 08:28 PM
So I've been reading through threads for a week now-- but I have a few questions. I'm a total newb to this, and I'm intrigued. I feel like camming is something I would really like. Any answers I will appreciate!
-How much do you make on average? How many hours a week do you cam? (I haven't seen a lot of $ amounts listed, and it's something I'm wondering)
-Can you make money doing it as a side gig? I have a regular FT job, and I go to school PT... but I'm a single mom and my 9-5 is going to be a slowgoing process getting out of debt!
-How did you get into the business of camming?
-What do you do? I've read about games and private shows and free chats and whatnot, but can you tell me, like, for example, what your routine is when you log on?
I really have been trying to read through all the threads, but I'm curious what a day in the average cam-girls life looks like.
DoodlebugBites
07-04-2013, 12:00 PM
If a someone in the UK sends an Amazon e-card, can I use that on the US site? I feel like the answer is so obvious but could also be one of those weird snags because nothing is ever easy when it comes to payments, LOL.
Classy_Katy
07-04-2013, 12:12 PM
You can't use gift cards bought on another Amazon site...I send them a link to the Amazon.co.uk gift certificates as these are bought on the .co.uk site and then I get a link to redeem the gift certificate on the UK site. There should be something like that to work the other way around.
DoodlebugBites
07-04-2013, 12:25 PM
Ah, gotcha. Thanks so much Katy!
You can't use gift cards bought on another Amazon site...I send them a link to the Amazon.co.uk gift certificates as these are bought on the .co.uk site and then I get a link to redeem the gift certificate on the UK site. There should be something like that to work the other way around.
TheBrownFox
07-05-2013, 10:31 AM
-How much do you make on average? How many hours a week do you cam? (I haven't seen a lot of $ amounts listed, and it's something I'm wondering)
You haven't seen dollar amounts listed because that tends to be a personal question that a lot of models don't wish to answer...for a variety of reasons. You may find some threads, though, where models will post things like "I made $___ in just __ hours today!" :) Also, no one knows ahead of time how much money they're going to make that day. Camming is sort of unpredictable like that. One model may make $50/day...another model may make $250 in one day, etc.
-Can you make money doing it as a side gig?
Yes, you can even cam for 2 - 3 hours a day, a couple days a week if you want to. You may want to sign up for Twitter so that you have a way of letting your fans know when you're about to get online.
-How did you get into the business of camming?
I Googled terms like 'work at home'/'work from home'.
-What do you do? I've read about games and private shows and free chats and whatnot, but can you tell me, like, for example, what your routine is when you log on?
If you're brand new to camming, please don't start out on MyFreeCams. It's a great cam site, but it's not the best site for BRAND NEW cam girls to start out on. I recommend you start out on a site like Streamate. Some models like Chaturbate...some like AdultWork...some like ImLive. Models might not want to reveal all of their secrets/tricks, obviously, but may give you some helpful ideas and suggestions. :)
Read these threads:
Starting place for cam girls:
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?150383-Starting-Place-For-Cam-Girls
How to sign up for sites directly to earn more (A.K.A.- avoid studios):
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?160099-How-to-sign-up-for-sites-directly-to-earn-more-(aka-avoid-studios)
The Streamate Thread:
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?156623-The-Streamate-Thread
The AdultWork Thread:
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?156654-The-AdultWork-Thread
The Chaturbate Thread:
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?183495-The-Chaturbate-Thread
Splitcamming Streamate and AdultWork:
https://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?155092-Splitcamming-Streamate-and-AW
Welcome to StripperWeb! :)
ChopperM
07-07-2013, 01:17 PM
Will I be able to use the streamate encoder if I have an i3 processor, or does it not function unless your processor is i5 or higher? (all of my other stats are fine, RAM, internet connection, etc) Tried asking streamate support because they claim to offer upgrade advice but they were NO help at all
Vlodina
07-07-2013, 01:19 PM
^ I am using a dual core processor and 0.38 upload. You'll be fine!
ChopperM
07-07-2013, 09:25 PM
That's great news Vlodina! Thanks so much! Streamate support made it seem like I wouldnt be able to broadcast in HD at all without an i7 processor, but I really can't invest that much just yet
luvnrockets
07-08-2013, 09:13 AM
Hey! n00b here!
What do you guys do for music while camming? I'm assuming that playing music through the same speakers/computer is a no-no, so what do you do instead? Just a stereo nearby? Where have you found the best place to put it in relation to your computer speakers? Background music is nice, but I don't want to distract from the chat and playtime. :)
Do you turn off your music when you enter private? Do you ask the guys' preference? Do they care?
Just curious what ideas you have to make the music right in your room! Thanks!!
Nocturnelle
07-08-2013, 09:22 AM
Hey! n00b here!
What do you guys do for music while camming? I'm assuming that playing music through the same speakers/computer is a no-no, so what do you do instead? Just a stereo nearby? Where have you found the best place to put it in relation to your computer speakers? Background music is nice, but I don't want to distract from the chat and playtime. :)
Do you turn off your music when you enter private? Do you ask the guys' preference? Do they care?
Just curious what ideas you have to make the music right in your room! Thanks!!
I have an ipod/iphone dock that I place next to my computer. If you want music from your smart phone I would REALLY invest in a spotify account. Free streaming music with zero commercials. Because, let's be real, if you're in the middle of doing something how awkward would it be for a commercial to come on? Haha. I always leave the music on unless (if I'm on streamate) I get a tv show request. Then it goes off!
But, music is fun because you can be silly if it's slow and just start lip syncing. Or do some sexy dancing if a good song comes on to reel 'em in.
VictoriaChaos
07-08-2013, 09:24 AM
Hey! n00b here!
What do you guys do for music while camming? I'm assuming that playing music through the same speakers/computer is a no-no, so what do you do instead? Just a stereo nearby? Where have you found the best place to put it in relation to your computer speakers? Background music is nice, but I don't want to distract from the chat and playtime. :)
Do you turn off your music when you enter private? Do you ask the guys' preference? Do they care?
Just curious what ideas you have to make the music right in your room! Thanks!!
I always have music playing so I have something to do if it's slow (singing, dancing, rapping, oh yeah, it happens on SLOW nights).
Also because my boyfriend is on the other side of the wall with the t.v on so I want someone to distract from that noise.
Guys do pay attention to the music, I've had conversation based on what music I was playing at the time.
I know girls who have gotten tipped because the guys like the music that's playing. Of course you'll find guys that just don't care.
Music is the last thing I'm thinking about when entering a private. Except if it's Eminem. Than I change it because at times he'll throw a fart into his song and that's not something I want the men to hear.
I broke my speakers so I started using my laptop speakers again. I've never had a problem but I also have a tripod my cam is on so they aren't really to close.
Don't over think it too much. Music is not why they are in your room.
VictoriaChaos
07-08-2013, 09:26 AM
If you want music from your smart phone I would REALLY invest in a spotify account. Free streaming music with zero commercials. Because, let's be real, if you're in the middle of doing something how awkward would it be for a commercial to come on? Haha. I always leave the music on unless (if I'm on streamate) I get a tv show request. Then it goes off!
Spotify Free does have commercials.
They are rare but they do happen.
luvnrockets
07-08-2013, 09:36 AM
Thanks so much for your help guys! LOL I know I shouldn't overthink it, just want it to be as appealing as possible. So far I've been without music and it has been fine, but I do like music so why not!
And thanks for the quick responses!
luvnrockets
07-08-2013, 09:40 AM
One more quick question-- for those of you on Streamate, when you set your schedule, how do we know which time zone it is? Is it adjusted to fit the time zone of each member viewing it?
I'm on EST but pretend to be PST. So if I set my schedule according to EST, will the guys somehow know I'm lying about my location?
Thanks!
VictoriaChaos
07-08-2013, 10:22 AM
It says on your profile what country your in.
That's a good question though, something i've never thought about.
Unless you tell the person specifically they have no way of knowing what timezone your in.
Nocturnelle
07-08-2013, 10:40 AM
Woops, my bad. It isn't free but it's cheap. Free does have commercials. :(
TheBrownFox
07-08-2013, 02:56 PM
That's great news Vlodina! Thanks so much! Streamate support made it seem like I wouldnt be able to broadcast in HD at all without an i7 processor, but I really can't invest that much just yet
Streamate is constantly telling models that "If you don't have i7, you're going to have problems." That is simply not true, so they need to stop implying that models must go spend $$$ on a new processor...and just admit that sometimes the issue(s) actually is something on Streamate's end. This is exactly why I prefer to communicate with Vanessa or Liz instead of the general SM support team.
ChopperM
07-09-2013, 10:50 AM
Man I was so close to spending $200 on an i5 processor, I'm so glad I asked here first!! Thank you so much ladies!
luvnrockets
07-09-2013, 04:40 PM
Another question, lol...
I know you're not allowed to do things like watersports, fisting, etc on most sites.....but is it generally ok to TALK about these things?
Snowy0Star
07-09-2013, 04:44 PM
why would u want to? if your talking about it like on sm or something in a paid show (if it is allowed) that would considered roleplay
luvnrockets
07-09-2013, 06:25 PM
I'd want to because it's hot lol, and that dirty talk can make $, no?
I guess then the answer is yes, it's ok?
Snowy0Star
07-09-2013, 06:27 PM
I'd want to because it's hot lol, and that dirty talk can make $, no?
I guess then the answer is yes, it's ok?
i honestly dont know i know for a fact u cant do it but i think even talking about it as a no no on streammate
AliceFun
07-09-2013, 11:37 PM
I'd want to because it's hot lol, and that dirty talk can make $, no?
I guess then the answer is yes, it's ok?
Many things could make money but they still not allowed, its about making money within following the code of conduct (rules) on each site u work on and SM is very strict about it. Read Code of conduct and u'll find out more.
DoodlebugBites
07-14-2013, 03:32 PM
Does anyone know what kind of paint is best to use for writing on your body, and whether you can get it at Walmart?
I've seen the kind that is supposed to be erasable from walls and such, which I guess would work but knowing my luck would adhere to my skin and I'd have a regular's name across my tits the rest of the week. :)
ManyRoses
07-14-2013, 04:13 PM
Does anyone know what kind of paint is best to use for writing on your body, and whether you can get it at Walmart?
I've seen the kind that is supposed to be erasable from walls and such, which I guess would work but knowing my luck would adhere to my skin and I'd have a regular's name across my tits the rest of the week. :)
You can get washable (and flavored!) body paint from sex shops. It's a little more expensive, but totally non-toxic and washes off.
You can also use plain old pens, and then a good scrub or nail varnish remover will get it off (red and black are the hardest to get off).
If you really want to go with paint, I would use either cheap cheap poster paint (water based) which will wash off - look for the kids washable play stuff. You should be able to get it at walmart. I also use acrylic, because I have so much of it, and it dries to a plastic and can be peeled off, or will wash off with water.
chloemay
07-15-2013, 07:01 AM
Does anyone know what kind of paint is best to use for writing on your body, and whether you can get it at Walmart?
I've seen the kind that is supposed to be erasable from walls and such, which I guess would work but knowing my luck would adhere to my skin and I'd have a regular's name across my tits the rest of the week. :)
I'm considered writing, "no Paypal" across my tits and adding the pic to my galleries. Think it will help?
Ms.ThaliaBlair
07-16-2013, 01:25 PM
I've been on MFC for a few weeks and I've been doing fairly well. However my apartment was recently flooded and i had to take a week off. Now I'm lucky if I have 5 guys in my room at any given time. I can't afford to wait for anything to reset and I'm having the same problem on my other sites. Has anyone else had this problem? if so what did you do to fix it?
ManyRoses
07-16-2013, 05:05 PM
I've been on MFC for a few weeks and I've been doing fairly well. However my apartment was recently flooded and i had to take a week off. Now I'm lucky if I have 5 guys in my room at any given time. I can't afford to wait for anything to reset and I'm having the same problem on my other sites. Has anyone else had this problem? if so what did you do to fix it?
After a WEEK? Honestly, I have never had an issue with being off for that short a period of time...when I took a few MONTHS off, my placement dropped, and I basically had to just wait to build it back up.
You could try intense promo? Lots of ads, tweets, etc etc to try and get more people in....
TraciTwist
07-16-2013, 07:35 PM
So!
I am a 23-year old trans girl who has some interest in trying out camming for, at the very least some supplemental income. Howeeever, I am in only the most early stages of transition--physically, I'm male, and I look it, whatever I wear. (And not a super-attractive one at that). Does anyone know if there is a place for someone like me? I am a bit on the fence, but if I could use this to help pay for hair removal, that would be amazing
Nocturnelle
07-16-2013, 07:45 PM
I think there is a place for everyone when it comes to camming. It may take some time to find regulars but that's the case for everyone. Work what you have!! :)
secretly_camming
07-18-2013, 10:53 AM
hello everyone.
I'm new to stripperweb and somewhat new to camming.
some background:
college girl, began to cam in may, LOVED IT, cammed for 2 months, then quit, was found out by sister and she made me quit
in a way I guess it's a good thing because I started reading up on it and realized it could jeopardize my career.
I want to be a teacher. yeah, yikes, I might have just screwed it up.
I'm already looking for alternative jobs just in case.
My question is kind of long & there's parts to it.
1 - I made $1400 camming on chaurbate those 2 months. The first 2 payments were $~1000 but they were checks made out to my boyfriend. I then received 2 payments via direct deposit, less than $400, $347 to be exact.
my question is, will I have to fill out a 1099 since the first 2 checks were not in my name?
2nd question - on a scale of 1-10, how badly did I jeopardize my teaching career camming those 2 months? I'm about to start my sophomore year in college.
3rd question, if I receive payments through a middle-man (my boyfriend) will it show up on my background check or tax info? I'm on chaturbate and I was thinking I could sign up with a new account, have HIM sign up as the main person, upload his ID, model verification, basically the account is in his name, and then I would just piggy back on the account, upload verification, but the checks and everything would be in his name. would this still show up on a in-depth background check?
I wasn't sure where to post it but I did want it to get visibility to get different opinions. I've emailed chaturbate support as well but I have not heard back.
Thank you!!
~Dulce
lildevil_kittie
07-22-2013, 11:20 PM
On Streamate, I was curious about videos (uploading in a message after a customer buys.etc) and they responded about Gold Club.
Is the Gold Club worth it?
How many of you ladies have a Gold Club for members?
(been camming about 3 weeks- wanted another option of making money on the website )
Thanks
Ashley_3
07-23-2013, 08:08 AM
My question is not related to camming, but I didn't know where else can I ask. I want to know if it's possible to change my username here on SW and how?
dezzysong
07-25-2013, 02:53 PM
Hey, I just got done with my first day on SM, and camming in general :) Overall, it was weird, but I made money so no real complaints haha. One extremely newb question I have is: what are your expected to do for people who don't say anything? My very first paid chat I had a guy take me to exclusive and did not say anything, he asked for C2C and I accepted, and he didn't say anything but "you're cute" and stared at the screen. (Keep in mind, I have NEVER worked in any type of adult industry or done anything like this before; I have watched a couple videos from other girls but they always look like they're consulting the screen every once in a while and responding to directions or something). I'm wondering if the guy is paying and says nothing, are you just supposed to do you own little thing lol? Like I tried to ask him what he likes and stuff and he would just laugh / shrug, so I said "okay I'll just dance" and that's pretty much what I did for 20 mins, and he just kept smiling / laughing and saying I was cute until he ran out of money. He did seem like a nice guy and was nice to me knowing it was my "first time" lol, but I felt stupid / nervous :( What do you think is expected of you when they're paying but not telling you what they want? How do you ask them what they want? :-\
Nina_Den
07-26-2013, 07:41 AM
Ever since I started using a laptop, I cam while the laptop is set on top of two pillows and I'm lying in bed, because that's what works the best for me.
It was only recently that I heard this is extremely not recommended, and that the laptop must be set on top of a hard surface.
But... which kind? I can't put it on the table in front of me because it will be too far away; it's comofrtable for me when it's next to me on the pillows.
Am I damaging my laptop by doing that? Do you guys have any alternatives?
Marina Starr
07-26-2013, 07:44 AM
No pillows! The laptop needs to breathe or it will overheat! I use a thick book ;D
Ever since I started using a laptop, I cam while the laptop is set on top of two pillows and I'm lying in bed, because that's what works the best for me.
It was only recently that I heard this is extremely not recommended, and that the laptop must be set on top of a hard surface.
But... which kind? I can't put it on the table in front of me because it will be too far away; it's comofrtable for me when it's next to me on the pillows.
Am I damaging my laptop by doing that? Do you guys have any alternatives?
SexyAleks
07-26-2013, 07:44 AM
You can buy a cooling pad for the laptop. They also blow cold air onto it and generally help with reducing the heat it generates. It's very useful.
Nina_Den
07-26-2013, 07:46 AM
No pillows! The laptop needs to breathe or it will overheat! I use a thick book ;D
Wait, so using books is ok?! What if I put it on a huge stack of old magazines?