Thinking about camming? This is the plain-English getting-started guide: what you actually need, how age verification and payouts work, and how to go live. Once you're set up, you broadcast for free with SplitCam — and we have a step-by-step guide for every major platform.
You must be 18 or older and able to prove it. Every legitimate cam platform requires age verification with a government photo ID before you can broadcast — your ID is used for verification only, not shown to viewers. You'll also want a webcam and a stable internet connection.
Different cam sites mean different audiences, payout rates and rules. Browse our platform guides to compare Chaturbate, Stripchat, BongaCams, CAM4, OnlyFans and more, then create a model account on the one that fits you.
Register as a broadcaster/model, upload your ID for age verification, and wait for account approval — usually quick. Pick a model name you'll keep, and read the platform's rules so nothing trips you up later.
Choose how you get paid (bank transfer, e-wallet, crypto on some sites) and note the minimum payout and schedule. Each platform pays differently — token value and commission split vary, so check the numbers before you commit.
Install free SplitCam, build your scene (camera, overlays, beauty filters), then paste your platform's stream key and press Go Live. Follow our guide for your chosen platform for the exact steps — you'll be live in minutes.
The essentials: you're 18+, a government photo ID for age verification, a webcam, a stable internet connection, an account on a cam platform, and free encoding software like SplitCam to send your video to the site.
Yes — every legitimate platform requires age and identity verification before you can broadcast. Your ID is used only to confirm you're of legal age; it is not shown to viewers.
A 1080p webcam, decent lighting and a stable wired internet connection cover the basics. A separate microphone helps. SplitCam (free) is the encoder that builds your scene and sends it to the platform.
Install SplitCam, open the guide for your platform, copy your stream key from the site, paste it into SplitCam and press Go Live. The whole setup takes a few minutes the first time, then it's one click.
It varies widely — from pocket money to a full-time income. Earnings depend on the platform, how many hours you stream, your niche and your audience, and every platform takes a commission, so your share of each token or tip differs. Top earners pull in thousands a month; most start small and grow. Check each platform's token value and payout split before you commit.
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