More fans - but how?

You have an OnlyFans account and post content diligently, but nothing happens? You pay attention to the quality of your content and still don't get any fans? Unfortunately, this is the case for many OnlyFans creators. The problem may not even be in your content or the niche you have chosen.

Content

Where do the fans come from?

How to generate fans?

Fan funnel

Understanding and setting up

Bottom line

You may realize this yourself: Being a creator on OnlyFans is not a sure-fire success. Getting fans and keeping them is harder than you might think, especially if you don't work with an agency.

Most models and creators on OnlyFans don't understand that there is no ready-made fanbase waiting for them as soon as they open their account on OnlyFans. Instead, it is built from the ground up.

Where do the fans come from?

This is a question that is asked again and again: Where do the fans come from?

The fans are everywhere. They can be found on all platforms, in the forums and in the comments sections. The problem, however, is getting them to become a loyal fan. Many models and creators on OnlyFans think the followers on social media are their fans.

This is a completely wrong way of looking at it, and a lot of this becomes apparent when you post an offer on your social media or OnlyFans page and then realize that it has received less attention from your supposed fan base.

As a model on OnlyFans, you need to be aware that in most cases it takes a lot of time to convert a complete stranger or social media follower into a loyal fan.

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How to generate fans

It all starts with social media

The first step to getting fans is to build your own social media presence.

If you want to generate fans from the start, you need to understand that everyone is equally important. There is no special treatment for some people and no sub-par engagement for others. Each and every one of your fans is important and should be treated as such.

Offer value on social media

The next step in gaining fans is to provide value on social media. This can be any platform - Reddit, Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook, or X.

If you take the time to create quality content, you'll get noticed in no time. This comes naturally; people will usually pay attention to you if they appreciate the value of your content.

More engagement

Engaging your potential fans may seem insignificant, but it will pay off in the long run. Taking the time to respond to comments and DMs shows your followers that you genuinely care.

Don’t just create a torrent of content, get involved in communication too! This is the starting point for building relationships. When people sense that you truly intend to reach out to them, they will warm to you. They will then see you more as a person and not as an anonymous creator.

Be consistent

So if you post a ton of content one day and then nothing for a long time, you won't get any tangible results because you won't engage your followers.

You have to constantly remind your followers that you exist and what kind of content you provide them. All you need to do is post cool and creative content regularly and predictably. This way you get the attention you need.

Collaborate with others

A good way to get new followers - and later new fans - is to collaborate with other models. This allows you to present yourself to the other creator's audience. Ideally, you both have the same target group.

Fan funnel

Gaining fans from scratch can be a difficult process. From creating awareness to converting complete strangers into loyal fans, precise planning is required and there is no better way than creating a fan funnel.

Understanding fan funnels

If you want to make money as a model on OnlyFans, part of that task is finding a niche and then building a following around that niche to effectively market your content and earn a living. Unfortunately, many models neglect fan funneling or don't even know what it is.

A fan funnel is a system you create for your typical fans. These steps help to build trust and develop a relationship with your brand. The goal of a fan funnel is to get your potential fans to the end of the funnel where you can get them to subscribe to OnlyFans, sell PPV content and get tips.

Steps to setting up an effective fan funnel

As a rule, a fan funnel looks different for every model and creator on Onyfans. This depends on three main factors: goals, strategies and target group. Although these factors may look different for each model, they are a necessary tool for an effective fan funnel.

This is how a fan funnel looks like

Complete strangers stumble upon your provocative photo or video on Instagram. They are attracted to what they see and immediately click the "follow" button to see more.

They open your profile and see many of your regular posts, including photos, videos and reels. And also your link tree with a link to your OnlyFans account.

If your Instagram account left them with a very good impression and a desire for more, they subscribe to your Onlyfans account. You are now halfway through the funnel.

If you can keep them engaged with your Onlyfans content and great communication, they will start paying for PPV content. Now you have them where you want them!

The different strategies for a fan funnel vary depending on the content creator and the social media used.

Funnel objective

Setting a goal is the first step to building an effective fan funnel. What goal do you want to achieve as an OnlyFans model? For some models on OnlyFans, that could be being in the top 1%. For others, it may just be making a living, whether they become top models or not. Setting your goal in the early stages is crucial because it defines the path your typical fans will take to achieve that goal.

You can always set micro goals that your fans will achieve as they move through the funnel. This way, each microgoal achieved is a step down to the bottom of the funnel where your main goal lies.

Targeting phase

The targeting phase is just as important as the first step. It's at the top of the fan funnel, where you create a realistic action plan for possible goals. Your strategy and platforms for reaching potential fans are also determined here.

This step is important because it's where you'll specify the different tools you'll use to attract your audience and show what OnlyFans is all about.

This can start as a social media follow-up on your chosen platform. A great way to get the attention you need on social media is to post great content. By that we mean teasers, reels and photoshoots - anything that draws attention to you.

Engagement phase

This is the stage of the funnel where things get really interesting. At this point, you have already successfully attracted fans to your OnlyFans page. So half the battle is already won.

In this phase you build a relationship with your fans. This phase is about nurturing your fans and building a relationship with them. This includes consistently posting entertaining, high-quality content and addressing your fans in the comments.

A great micro goal here can be to create a poll asking your fans what they think about your content. You can then reply to each comment in the comments section. This encourages participation. Most importantly, it shows your fans that you care about their opinions. This is a very important phase because it determines whether they trust you enough to continue paying money for a subscription in the long term.

Conversion phase

The conversion phase is the bottom part of an effective fan funnel where you close a deal. If you've nurtured your fans in the engagement phase, they'll be more willing to renew their subscriptions without hesitation.

Now you can ask your fans for tips, set subscription prices for exquisite content, send pay-per-view messages, and more.

If you've gone through the other phases of fan funneling, chances are good that you have an active fan base that trusts you and is always willing to support you. However, the process is continuous and never ends. You still need to care about your fans and engage with them regularly for the best result.

How many platforms can you use to gain fans?

There are many platforms where OnlyFans creators can gain a huge number of fans. Social media platforms are a good place to start. However, you should be careful how you post links to your OnlyFans account on most social platforms.

Reddit

Reddit has a high tolerance for most NSFW content and is ideal for models who want to tease their potential fans.

X

X also offers a similar tolerance threshold for sexually explicit content, so you should also use this platform. Hashtags can also help you reach your target group better. 

Snapchat, Instagram, TikTok and many more are just some of the options you can also use. However, they may be a little strict about some forms of nudity. So you should be careful when using them so that you don't get banned or banned.

Also, most platforms do not allow you to publish the link to your OnlyFans page. This can be a little frustrating when you're trying to get fans to your OnlyFans page. However, if you use Linktree for all your social links, for example, you can direct potential fans to the website so they can find the link to your OnlyFans account.

Bottom line

Gaining fans on OnlyFans can be frustrating and difficult in the early stages of your career. Luckily, setting up a fan funnel can make this process easier. This creates a market of interested and hungry fans who are ready to jump on your content regardless of the price.

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