OnlyFans Alternatives That Accept Crypto
OnlyFans is reported not to support crypto. MyShrine accepts crypto from fans (Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT and 100+ coins) and pays creators weekly in crypto, keeping 90% of their price. Fansly reportedly offers crypto payouts with a $100 minimum, and Fanvue pays to crypto wallets where supported. Crypto payments cannot be charged back.
"Accepts crypto" can mean two different things, and platforms do not always make the distinction clear. This guide separates fan payments from creator payouts, compares the options, and is honest about where crypto helps and where it gets in the way.
Two kinds of crypto support
Fans paying in crypto
This is what protects you from chargebacks. When a fan pays by card, they can ask their bank to reverse the payment weeks later, and the platform may claw the money back from you. A confirmed crypto payment cannot be reversed that way. It also means your income does not depend on a card processor's view of adult content.
Creators being paid in crypto
This is about how money leaves the platform. It can help if your bank is hostile to adult income or if you live somewhere international transfers are slow. But a platform can pay out in crypto while still taking card payments from fans, so it does not by itself remove chargeback risk.
Comparison
| Platform | Fans pay in crypto | Crypto payouts | You keep |
|---|---|---|---|
| OnlyFans | No (reported) | No (reported) | 80% |
| Fansly | Check current options | Yes, $100 minimum (reported) | 80% |
| Fanvue | Check current options | Where supported | 80% standard |
| MyShrine | Yes, 100+ coins via NOWPayments | Yes, weekly, £50 minimum | 90% of your price |
We have only listed what we can support. If you are considering another platform, check its payment page directly for current crypto options on both sides.
How a crypto payment works on MyShrine
- A fan chooses something: a store item, a tribute, a custom request, a session or a paid message.
- They see the full price including the 10% service fee before paying.
- They pay in Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT or one of 100+ other coins, either directly or from a prepaid wallet balance topped up in crypto.
- Once the payment is confirmed, the purchase goes through and your share is added to your balance.
- Every Friday, balances of £50 or more are paid out in crypto to your own wallet, after ID verification.
The prepaid wallet balance is useful for regular fans: they top up once and then tip, unlock PPV or send messages without a new blockchain transaction each time.
Worked example: a £40 custom video
You price a custom video at £40. The fan pays £44 in crypto (your £40 plus the £4 service fee). The request is paid in full up front; you accept it, record and deliver, and £36 is released to your balance on delivery. If you decline instead, the fan is refunded automatically. On an 80% platform with card payments, the same £40 sale pays you £32 and could still be reversed later. Our guide to pricing custom videos helps set the number, and the earnings calculator handles the maths.
The honest trade-offs
Not every fan holds crypto
This is the biggest one. Some fans will not buy crypto just to pay a creator, and first-time buyers can find exchanges and wallet addresses confusing. MyShrine is crypto-only for fans today, with card payments coming soon. If a large part of your audience only pays by card, keep a card-based platform alongside it for now.
Price volatility
Coins such as Bitcoin can move in value between payout and conversion, sometimes sharply within a day. If that worries you, receive a stablecoin like USDT, which is designed to track the US dollar, and convert promptly. Whatever you hold, decide in advance when you will convert rather than trying to time the market.
Wallet security
You are responsible for your wallet. Back up recovery phrases offline, never share them, double-check addresses before saving them, and use a reputable exchange or wallet provider.
Records and tax
Keep a note of each payout's value in your local currency on the day you receive it. Crypto can have its own tax treatment depending on where you live, so speak to an accountant.
Crypto and your content policy
Some creators assume a crypto-friendly platform will allow anything. That is not true of any reputable platform, and it should not be: crypto removes card processor pressure, but the law and basic safety still apply. What crypto does change is that rules are set by the platform's own policy rather than by a card network's changing view of adult content. That tends to make policies more stable over time, which is exactly what creators in niches like findom and fetish need. Before joining, read the policy in full and check that your content is explicitly allowed.
Helping fans pay in crypto
If your fans are new to crypto, a little guidance goes a long way. Pin a short post or message that explains:
- Which coin to use. A stablecoin such as USDT is easiest to understand because its value stays close to the US dollar.
- Where to buy it. Point fans to reputable exchanges in general terms rather than recommending a specific one.
- That the fee is shown up front. On MyShrine, fans see your price plus the 10% service fee before they pay, so there are no surprises.
- That a wallet balance saves time. Topping up once means later tips and unlocks happen instantly, without a new transaction each time.
- Network fees are separate. Sending crypto can carry a small network fee set by the blockchain, not the platform.
Fans who have paid once usually find the second time easy. Your most loyal fans are the ones most likely to make the effort, and they are often the ones who spend most.
Is crypto right for your niche?
Crypto tends to suit creators whose fans are used to it and who have had trouble with processors, which often includes findom and fetish creators. Our guides to findom sites that accept crypto and crypto payments for adult creators go further. For mainstream subscription content where fans expect to pay by card, crypto is better as an extra option than your only one.
Whatever you choose, remember that a crypto-friendly platform still has rules. MyShrine allows adult content between verified adults and bans coercion, anything involving minors, incest roleplay and in-person meetings, and uploads are automatically scanned.
Frequently asked questions
Does OnlyFans accept crypto?
OnlyFans is reported not to support crypto for fan payments or creator payouts. Check its current help pages if this changes.
Which crypto coins can fans use on MyShrine?
Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT and more than 100 other coins, processed through NOWPayments. See the crypto payments page for details.
Can a crypto payment be charged back?
No. Once confirmed on the blockchain, a crypto payment cannot be reversed through a bank the way a card payment can.
Can fans pay by card on MyShrine?
Not yet. Card payments are coming soon. For now, fans pay in crypto directly or through a prepaid wallet balance.
How are creators paid on MyShrine?
Weekly on Fridays in crypto to your own wallet, with a £50 minimum, after ID verification. Bank payouts are coming later. Sign up as a creator to get started.