What Is Chaturbate? And How Does Chaturbate Work in 2024?

What is Chaturbate? How Does Chaturbate Work?

If you’ve only just stumbled upon Chaturbate… firstly, what have you been doing all these years? It’s one of the most heavily trafficked adult websites in the world. You can barely hit a tube site without seeing an advert for it (or getting the popup!).

As the name would suggest, Chaturbate is a website that combines the art of chat with masturbation. It is an adult streaming platform where thousands of amateur performers broadcast directly from their bedrooms (or home studios) to an online audience.

At any given time, you will find hundreds of cam girls (and guys) putting on live sex shows for their fans, many of whom will ‘tip’ as a way of voting on what should happen next. But the good news is that most of the action is available to watch for free.

The free-to-watch model has driven Chaturbate to become one of the largest adult cam sites in the world, on par with rivals like Streamate, StripChat and CamSoda.

In our guide below, we will look at the key features of how Chaturbate works — for both viewers and broadcasters. For viewers: how to enjoy an unrivalled array of sexy live cams. And for broadcasters: how to make money on Chaturbate.

So, let’s get into the details. 

What Is Chaturbate?

Chaturbate is one of the world’s leading live adult camming sites, allowing visitors to chat to gorgeous girls, guys, and trans folk while masturbating to the onscreen naughtiness. 

Established in February 2011, the website now boasts a global model and user base, with thousands of performers online at any given time, ready to satisfy. And the best part? It’s free! Rather, you can view the public shows without spending a cent, but you won’t see anything truly explicit until the cammers reach their tip goals or you organize a private show (i.e., you and/or others pay).

The token-based cam site ensures models make money and users have a highly fulfilling sexual adventure. Some people consider it a “virtual strip club” — the more you’re willing to pay, the raunchier the show will become. Seems like a fair trade to us!

Viewers are attracted to the site for several reasons. For some, it’s the huge pool of drop-dead-gorgeous broadcasters. For others, it’s the ability to interact with like-minded (read: like-horny) individuals and the performers. For the rest, it’s the generally free nature of the system.

As for models, they often create a Chaturbate account for the thrill or love of exhibitionism. However, they typically stay for the money. The top broadcasters make thousands per month, so they’re likely to stay for the long-haul. Ultimately, everybody’s a winner here. 😉

Who Uses Chaturbate?

Chaturbate is ranked the 65th most popular website in the world (as of July 2023) and 472nd in the USA — quite the feat, considering the intense competition in the adult space.

According to data found on StatsCrop, most of the site’s daily visitors live in the United States of America, followed by Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Brazil (in that order). 

With over five million visitors every single day, it’s safe to say that a wide range of people view the cam shows on Chaturbate. The majority of users are male, but plenty of females indulge in the performances too. 

You don’t have to fit into a certain type of user to enjoy Chaturbate, either. For instance, some customers only use public chat rooms, tipping to help the crowd get what they’re after, while others love the one-on-one experiences given to them in private rooms. Frankly, the platform boasts plenty of space for both cam site enjoyers. It’s up to you which one you’ll be!

As for the performers, data (as of July 2023) shows there are 2,333,684 registered cam models on the site, of which

• 838,110 are female; 
• 1,230,040 are male;
• 97,293 are trans; and
• 188,298 are couples.

Perhaps surprisingly, the majority of the performers are male. However, you’ll typically see female performers on the “Featured” tab, as they’re the most popular overall. Just know you’re almost guaranteed to find somebody who takes your fancy, or gain a following if you’re looking to become a model. 

How Do Chaturbate Tokens Work?

Tokens are the backbone of the entire site. As Chaturbate’s virtual currency, it’s how users pay for private shows or tip in public chat rooms and how models earn. 

While you can view the public cams and join in the chats for free, don’t make the mistake of thinking that all your wishes will be granted if you don’t cough up some tokens; they won’t be. Even though models are there to have a good time, it’s also their careers. Thus, they will pay the most attention to those who tip. 

So, always practice fairness and tip the cammers that raise your flagpole. With that in mind, let’s take a more in-depth look at tokens and how they work on the site.

How Much Are Chaturbate Tokens Worth?

Token systems can be confusing at first. One of the top questions we see about how Chaturbate works is simply: “How much is a Chaturbate token worth?”

Some adult cam/chat sites have a pretty simple virtual currency system (i.e., one dollar equals one on-site currency). However, Chaturbate takes a more complicated approach. Essentially, the more tokens you buy, the bigger the bonuses, as you’ll see from the table below. 

Chaturbate Token Value	Price	Bonus Percentage
100	$10.99	N/A
200	$20.99	5%
500	$44.99	22%
750	$62.99	31%
1,000	$79.99	37%
1,255	$99.99	38%
2,025	$159.99	39%

So, what if you want to buy more than 2,025 tokens at once? Not a problem! Using check, wire, or money order, you can buy any amount over the $159.99 package option for $0.08 per token. Spending $350.00, for example, will get you 4,375 tokens. 

However, it’s worth noting that Chaturbate limits the number of transactions you can make within a certain period — daily, weekly, or monthly. If you can’t purchase more tokens, you are likely hitting one of these limits. But fear not, you can increase them for when waiting just won’t cut the mustard! 

To raise your spending limits, you need to email the support team with:

• a photo of your ID document; and
• a photo of your completed, hand-signed Authorization Form.

When you increase your initial spending limit, you’ll get a 200 token bonus. It’s a one-time thing though; you won’t get another bonus if you raise your second spending limit. 

As you can see above, the Chaturbate token value depends on how many you purchase. But it also depends on whether you are a a viewer or a broadcaster. For example, 100 tokens can be purchased for $10.99 by a viewer, but this would only be worth $5 to the broadcaster after Chaturbate has taken their share.

What Can You Get for Your Tokens on Chaturbate?

Chaturbate is free to sign up and use, so you’d be forgiven for thinking: “Why do I even need Chaturbate tokens?”

The answer is because you can only watch public shows as a free user. And the chances of seeing anything that’s raunchy enough to satisfy your sexual desires will depend on when you happen to join the show. These shows are often slow as models wait to hit tip goals before performing certain acts or removing clothes.

Speaking of tips, you can use your tokens to show models on public shows some financial love. Tipping, as we just mentioned, will keep the sexy ball rolling during the performance and ensure your favorite cam girls will keep doing their thing for the long-haul.

Once tokens are loaded onto your account, head to a chat room, click the “Send Tip” button, enter the amount, and watch her reaction! It’s really that simple.

Aside from tips, you can spend tokens on private chats. These are perhaps the most exciting part of using Chaturbate — you get your favorite adult performer in a room all to yourself. It’s just you and the model doing whatever you agree on.

Different private chat tiers come with distinct prices, such as:

• 6 tokens per minute
• 18 tokens per minute
• 30 tokens per minute
• 60 tokens per minute
• 90 tokens per minute

Due to the sheer size of the platform, you’ll find a load of options at every tier. Just know the quality differs drastically. You certainly get what you pay for. Although, you’ll come across an up-and-coming model for six tokens a minute sometimes (if you’re lucky).

You’ll know when you’ve landed on a private show in progress as you’ll be greeted by this virtual pay-wall:

Alternatively, you can pay for password shows — rooms only open to those with the password (i.e., what it says on the tin). Models often use these for private group chats.

However, you can have a one-to-one password show, which eradicates the time pressures of the regular private performances. You and your favorite broadcaster will need to agree on a price beforehand. Keep in mind that you’ll also be expected to pay prior to receiving the stream to ensure the model receives everything they’re owed. 

You can also funnel your tokens into fan clubs. Broadcasters can set up fan clubs that you can join to receive free access to their “Fan Club Exclusive Content” and be marked by a green username in the chat. 

Unfortunately, we can’t give you a definite price for such fan clubs — performers set their own pricing structures and these can vary massively from model to model. However, we can say that the platform doesn’t limit how many fan clubs you join. Plus, you can cancel them at any time using the “My Profile” then “Memberships” buttons.

On top of that, you can buy pre-recorded videos or photo sets published by individual models with tokens. It’s the only way to enjoy your favorite sexy performers when they aren’t online, making it one of the best things to spend your Chaturbate tokens on. Not to mention the cammers will really appreciate it. 

Last but not least, you can buy things from a model’s profile menu. The purchasable items can be anything from panties to flashing some boob to fixed-price private chats! But as we said before, you get what you pay for — some of these items will come with hefty price tags!

How Do You Buy Tokens on Chaturbate?

You need a Chaturbate account to buy tokens (we’ll take you through the account creation steps a bit later). Once you’re signed in, it’s super easy to do — just click “Get More” next to your token amount!

You can also buy them while in a performer’s chat room by clicking the “Get More Tokens” button under the broadcaster’s cam. Alternatively, hit “Send Tip” and click “Purchase Tokens” in the pop-up window.

The site treats you to five main buying methods, ensuring there’s a suitable option for most users They are as follows:

• Credit/debit card — This is the easiest, fastest way to purchase tokens. As such, it’s the first option you’ll see when you check out. You can use Visa, Discover, and MasterCard. 
• Wire transfer — The minimum purchase is $250.00 with this method. To get the most updated information, you should contact Chaturbate Support. 
• Money order/certified check — You need to make the check payable to MultiMedia LLC and send it to 123 SE 3rd Ave #497, Miami, FL 33131. $160.00 is the minimum amount here and you must include your email and username on the check’s memo line. Seriously… is anybody actually using this option in 2023? 😀
• Bitcoin — To use Bitcoin, you must buy at least 1,250 tokens. The process is a little different from the other options. You need to scan the QR code on the “Scan” page with your Bitpay app. Alternatively, send the cryptocurrency to the populated address displayed on the “Copy” tab. 
• Other methods — Granted, the “other methods” option seems rather elusive. And truthfully, it is. The platform has a whopping 37 location-dependent payment methods. If you’re interested, click “Epoch” as the payment option and peruse the drop-down menu for those available in your location.

Depending on your finances (and who you share them with), you might not want to use your debit card because this — c*h*a*t*u*r*b*i*l*l — will appear on your bank statement. Not quite the discreet billing we’d like to see!

If this is problematic for you (we get it), use Epoch instead. This payment gateway accepts credit cards, while only showing “Epoch” on your bank statement. 

Can You Convert Chaturbate Tokens to Cash?

You can indeed… if you are a broadcaster! Models receive tokens as tips and payment for other items/private shows, so they must be able to turn their virtual currency into real-life spending power.

To convert your tokens into cash, you need to find the “Token Stats” tab. There are two ways to get there.

Click your token amount located in the top right corner. Then go to “My Profile“. Alternatively, hit “Broadcast Yourself” to get to the correct tab. 

Before the platform can process your token conversions, you’ll need to fill in the Payout Info form. Once you’ve done that, just select the payout method you prefer. The seven options are:

• Check sent to you by mail
• ePayments
• ePayService
• Payment by Wire
• Payment by Bitcoin
• Payment by Paxum
• Direct deposit (only for USA)

The question is can you convert any number of tokens? No, you can’t. The minimum is $50.00, which can only be withdrawn in the payment periods — 1st to the 15th and 16th to 30th of every month. Your money is sent to you within a week of the pay period ending.

That said, US broadcasters are able to receive daily payouts (Monday to Friday, 1:00am MST), provided they’ve already had two payments from Chaturbate. International performers can access the same payouts if they’ve received four payments.

How Does Chaturbate Work for Viewers?

The internet is full to the brim with cam sites, but Chaturbate combines the arts of chatting and masturbating near flawlessly, bridging the gap between adult chat services and traditional porn.

Providing the ability to tip models or engage in private minute-per-minute shows, it can be a completely free experience for those who don’t want to pay for some live, trouser-tenting action. Remember though, models are unlikely to fully appreciate your attention if you aren’t prepared to pay for the pleasure. 

As one of the older camming sites, it’s lost much of its novelty. The site hasn’t seen an interface refresh in years, causing many to become frustrated with the tired regime.

However, that doesn’t mean the performers aren’t exceptionally sexy. Whether you’re into men, women, trans people, or want to see an IRL couple get it on, you’re in for a treat. 

Below we take a closer look at how to use Chaturbate as a viewer. Don’t forget to visit our full Chaturbate review for a look at Chaturbate’s strengths and weaknesses in the adult cam site landscape.

Is Chaturbate Free to Join?

Absolutely — other than the horny models, it’s the most attractive feature of the platform. You can join for free and watch cams without supplying your credit card information. 

If you enjoy it, you might want a supporter membership for $19.95 per month to remove all advertisements on the interface, have the ability to private message others, and utilize the special text features inside chat rooms. Not to mention you’ll get 200 free tokens when you purchase. 

How to Join Chaturbate: Setting Up a Viewer Account

Getting started with the platform is really easy. In a matter of moments, you can be joining in the chatting, camming fun. Here’s how you sign up:

1. Head to the Chaturbate website. 
2. Click the orange “Sign Up” button on the top right, which take you to the account creation page. 
3. Enter a username and password. Remember, guys: it’s a cam site. You’re probably not going to want to use your real name as your username!
4. Entering your email address is optional. If you choose to, the site will only use it for friend notifications, broadcast reminders, account verification, and newsletters. 
5. Input your birthday. You need to be at least 18 years old to use Chaturbate.
6. Use the drop-down menu to answer the “I am” section. You can pick from:
   1. A woman
   2. A man
   3. A couple
   4. Trans
7. Tick the boxes to confirm you’ve read the terms and conditions and privacy policy. 
8. Hit the “Create Free Account” button. 

As soon as you click the button, you’re catapulted into the seriously addictive world of cam girls (and guys) who are all eager to catch your eye. And no, you don’t need to verify your age to view the sexiness. You only need to supply ID if you decide to venture into the broadcasting side of things…

Which for most of us is a flat, “Uhh, no thanks. I’m just browsing.”

How to Navigate Chaturbate

You probably think that all cam sites look the same. You’re not wrong — Chaturbate essentially looks like every other chat-and-fap website on the market.

As soon as you land on the page, you’re greeted by the “Featured” tab, displaying a whole host of cams that are live right now for you to indulge. Or, you can move to the “Women,” “Men,” “Couples,” or “Trans” tabs to find something that truly takes your fancy. You can open the search bar by clicking the magnifying glass on the right of the page, and log in or buy tokens in the same spot.

All in all, it’s a super easy site to navigate — mainly due to the lack of bells and whistles. But don’t get us wrong; we aren’t complaining! We don’t want for anything when the jaw-dropping models are strutting (read: strumming) their stuff on our screens. 

And yes, there is a mobile site for all your on-the-go fapping needs. You might be surprised to learn that it works just as well as the desktop version. In fact, we’d say it’s even slicker. Plus, the cams load super fast for a frustration-free experience. You can even rotate your device for a landscape view of the room, repositioning and resizing various elements to suit your preferences. 

With all that in mind, let’s dive deeply into the two main site navigation methods. 

By Category

Chaturbate boasts thousands of performers, and categories serve as the main way to filter them to find the model that will certainly put hearts in your eyes (and plenty of feeling in your pants). The site classifies cams as either women, men, couples, or trans.

As mentioned earlier, the Featured category is the one you’re welcomed by. The most popular cams are shown here; thus, the site mainly features women. However, you’ll certainly find some men and couples (gay, lesbian, and straight) performing here if you’re willing to scroll. This tab is refreshed regularly, so there’s always something new to peruse. The live thumbnails show a recent shot of the current show in progress; useful for seeing which models are gearing up for the good stuff. 😉

Beyond the always-updated Featured tab, you can find thousands of sexy cammers online at any time in the other categories — an average of 6,570 women, 1620 men, 540 couples, and 630 trans cam models.

Clearly, the female category is the most populated, even though there are more male cam models registered on the site. (Perhaps from signing up as a broadcaster by mistake?!)

By Tag

Tags allow you to find exactly what you’re looking for with ease (e.g., MILF, big tits, sex machines, etc.).

All you need to do is use the search bar (click the magnifying glass) or select one of the most popular tags from the bar below the categories. In this case, priority is determined by the number of performers using the same hashtag. At the time of writing, for instance, the following boast the highest popularity and viewership:

• Asian
• Big boobs
• 18
• Mature
• Ebony
• Anal
• Hairy
• MILF
• Latina
• New

Whatever you’re in to, a simple click will put you in exactly the right place!

But, the hashtag system isn’t always as great as it seems. Some models are notorious for spamming tags, marking themselves with inaccurate tags they know get views. Unfortunately, this means some search results won’t be remotely related to the sexual specialty you’re looking for.

Don’t let that put you off, though. Just be warned that you may need to do a bit of your own filtering.

Rules and Etiquette for Using the Public Chat

The written rules for public chat room participants are limited but wide-reaching.

You cannot be racist, offensive, or obscene in your messages (duh), and you need to familiarize yourself with the T&Cs to avoid asking a model to do something that would jeopardize their Chaturbate career. And of course, you must be over 18 years old. 

Even though there are loads of camming sites out there, don’t assume they all have the same rules! For instance, some will allow models to drink while camming, Chaturbate does not. Others may allow huge tentacle dildos or Bukkake scenes, Chaturbate does not. Consistently asking for things performers can’t do is a one-way ticket to Blocked Ville, and you don’t want that.

Not only do you need to follow the platform’s rules, but you also need to follow the model’s wishes. You can find these on their profile, and we seriously recommend not skipping the read — going against their rules will only encourage your favorite performers to hit the block button. 

Aside from the written otherwise ban-inducing regulations, there’s the etiquette to get to grips with. Consider these the “unwritten rules” of all public sex chat rooms:

• Use common sense — Most sex chat decorum lies in common sense. Many users call it the “bar rule,” meaning if you wouldn’t do it in a bar, don’t do it in an adult chat room. When you enter a room, the conversation may already be established. So, don’t be a bulldozer and attempt to steer it in a completely different direction. Stick to theme; don’t interrupt. 
• Don’t jump right in with naughtiness — Always greet models like you’d greet somebody on the street. Trust us; they won’t take kindly to jumping in with lewd comments, dirty talk, or demands. If dirty talk is on your agenda for the evening (or morning), make sure to express it in a tip note to avoid being ignored or banned. 
• Learn the language of adult chat rooms — Chaturbate’s public rooms aren’t your therapist. While they will naturally contain a lot of crude language, being politically correct is an absolutely necessity. Misogyny, homophobia, or racism, or xenophobia will get you absolutely nowhere. After all, there’s a huge difference between swearing and using slurs! Also, practice moderation when it comes to caps lock; nobody wants to feel like they’re being shouted at. Finally, don’t go overboard with abbreviations and acronyms. While the standard “wyd,” “brb,” “ttyl,” and others are utilized, some people may not have the same in-depth knowledge. 
• Be respectful — Obviously, it isn’t just you in the chat room (that’s what private rooms are for). So, you must be respectful of the other users. If they aren’t interested in a subject matter you’ve initiated, let it go and move on. Using trigger warnings when necessary is best practice, too. While talking about vanilla sex doesn’t require them, segueing into humiliation or bondage necessitates a heads-up.

What Do Username Colors Mean on Chaturbate?

If you’ve spent even a little bit of time on Chaturbate, you’ll know there are a variety of username colors. And while some people believe they’re customized by the user, that isn’t the case. Instead, they’re set colors that indicator the person’s status on the site, as you’ll see from our handy table.

Username Color	Meaning
Orange	Broadcasters
Red	Chat room moderators
Green	Fan club members
Dark purple	Tipped at least 1,000 tokens in the past 14 days
Light purple	Tipped at least 250 tokens in the past 14 days
Dark blue	Tipped at least 50 tokens in the past 14 days
Light blue	Own or have purchased tokens
Grey	No tokens

Public Shows vs. Private Shows

Public shows are free to enjoy. As long as you have an account, you simply click on the streamer you like and away you go.

But the free aspect ends up being the problem. In such shows, performers have tip goals that must be met in order to reveal more skin or perform certain acts. While you don’t have to be the one to pay, you will have to practice patience (which isn’t the easiest task when you have a load of pent-up sexual tension). 

Private shows are pay-per-minute or a flat, pre-agreed fee, but you’re bound to get a lot of bang for your buck. Broadcasters tend to save their best bits for private shows, revealing all the sexiness they can muster. We’d put money on you coming (in all senses of the word) back for more. 

Can You Do Cam to Cam (C2C) on Chaturbate?

You can show your camera to another user while in a private or other type of show by clicking the “Cam To Cam” button below the “Get More Tokens” link.

Upon hitting the link, a small version of Chaturbate’s in-browser broadcasting tool will begin. At this point, simply click the “Start Broadcasting” button for the model to see you in all your glory. There’s no need to panic; the site guarantees that only the broadcaster can see you, not anybody else!

While performers accept C2C with their regular viewers, whether they do it privately or publicly depends on how busy they are. For the most intimate experience, you’ll want to shell out for a private cam to cam experience. Trust us; it’s worth it!

That said, Chaturbate isn’t necessarily the best website for these interactions. Since many models make the bulk of their money through tips, they may be reluctant to accept one-to-one C2C interactions for fear of missing out on their usual income. Everybody has bills to pay, after all. 

So, if you’re primarily heading to Chaturbate for some serious cam to cam action, we recommend trying these sites first:

• CamSoda
• LiveJasmin
• Flirt4Free
• StripChat
• BongaCams

What Does It Mean to Spy on a Private Show?

Despite all the definite plus points of private shows, you may need to practice a lot of patience. After all, your preferred performer may already be in a private show or they’re conducting a group session that they wouldn’t want to disperse for one viewer. Either way, you’ll have to wait. 

But that doesn’t mean you have to be bored! Instead, you can spy on their in-session private show. And yes, that’s exactly what it sounds like. Chaturbate is one of several adult platforms that offers a live voyeur cam experience.

To peek at the otherwise private show, click onto the model’s profile and hit “Spy On This Private Show.” You’ll head into a different room, letting you watch all the seductive onscreen action.

The rates for spying on shows are a lot cheaper than heading into your own private performance. Just know that you won’t be able to interact with your chosen guy, gal, or non-binary pal. It’s a strictly voyeuristic affair. 

How Does Chaturbate Work for Performers?

As a performer, you can earn a lot of money from Chaturbate — the top earners rack up six figures every year, sometimes earning $1,000+ in one day. That’s life-changing money for many. Not to mention it’s incredibly easy to sign up and putting yourself out there.

However, it’s a saturated market. So, you’ll need to put some work into standing out from the crowd and build a loyal following. Although, if you already have a solid Instagram reach, you’re ahead of the curve.

Setting Up a Performer Account on Chaturbate

Naturally, you need to create an account before you can start broadcasting (already owning a camera and high-speed internet access is a huge advantage).

To begin with, it’s just a case of following the steps for a regularly viewer account. We detail that in a previous section; just scroll up to get the low down. You’ll only need to supply your username, date of birth, and a few other key bits of information, before signing the Independent Broadcaster Agreement.

This is where the model experience differs entirely from the viewers’ — Chaturbate needs to verify your age. 

How Does Age Verification Work?

You must be at least 18 years old to broadcast yourself. The verification process only takes five minutes, unless there’s a problem. To avoid issues, ensure you submit a government-issued identification that shows your date of birth, photograph, legal name, and ID number (think driver’s license, passport, or military ID).

Alongside the ID, you need to submit a photo of yourself holding your document next to your face. Ensure you take a picture close enough to ensure text is legible. 

Once you’re approved, you can start broadcasting and earning tokens. You’ll appeal in the “New” tag for a week, so make the most of it!

What Are The Rules for Broadcasting on Chaturbate?

Broadcasting rules are outlined in the codes of conduct, but here’s a general rundown of things that aren’t allowed on your streams:

• No abusive/offensive language
• No performing while intoxicated
• No using drugs on camera, even if it’s legal in your area
• No menstruation, feces, vomit, or urine
• No Bukkake or Goatse scenes
• No mentioning Chaturbate competitors
• No real uniforms (cosplay allowed)
• No advertising for other services
• Avoid using overly large sex toys or those shaped like animals
• No incest or incest play
• No sleeping
• No outdoor broadcasts, unless you have written consent from the property owner

What Type of Shows Work Best on Chaturbate?

The top cam girls on Chaturbate can earn thousands of dollars per day by appearing on the homepage and drawing in hundreds of viewers at a time.

How do they achieve this?

There are many elements, but first and foremost comes putting on a good show.

When you get started on Chaturbate, you will need to give a lot to get a little. That means being willing to get naked, be a good sport, and increase the number of viewers — either through intrigue or sheer can’t-take-eyes-off-the-screen magnetism.

We’ll let you use your imagination there.

Some of the most successful models on Chaturbate are couples, which makes sense given that it dramatically increases the potential, err, plot lines of the action that may be about to unfold.

Don’t let that put you off if you’re going solo on cam.

There are countless examples of solo cam girls/guys who have made an absolute fortune by building a loyal audience on Chaturbate.

Fetish themed shows are fairly uncommon on Chaturbate — you don’t need to be a kink-loving performer to do well. Vanilla couple interactions or basic masturbation seem to be the key to success, especially if you’re an attractive female. Those willing to show their feet will also keep people in their room.

Teledildonics (interactive toys) are great, too. You can connect yours to the chat and it will vibrate when somebody tips. It adds a layer of connection to your broadcasts, encouraging people to stay longer. 

Generally speaking, good-looking people who can be seductive and hold a (sexy) conversation (and are prepared to give it their all in private shows) will acquire many fans.

Chaturbate Apps and Bots

Chaturbate has its very own Apps and Bots page which allows broadcasters to kit out their chat room experience with a number of cool scripts.

Apps and bots sounds a little underhanded, doesn’t it?

The reality is that all of the top performers on Chaturbate are making use of additional chat room functionality that dramatically increases the amount of tokens they are tipped.

Some of the top apps include:

• Lovense / Ohmibod — A way to customize/automate a famous sex toy that vibrates at the sound of tips.
• Sequence Tips — An app to force tips in a certain order for a goal to be reached (e.g. 1 token, 2 tokens, 3 tokens. Great for gamifying the process.)
• Goal Counter — Let viewers know exactly what the goals are before the fun can start.
• Keep It Going — If the tips keep coming, the show keeps going.
• Crazy Ticket — Broadcasters can sell tickets to hidden/private cam shows.

There are dozens and dozens of these apps available. The savviest of Chaturbate money makers make the most of them in engaging their audience to send more tips.

Ultimately, the best way to get more tips?

Put on a sexy show that your audience can’t resist. 😉

How to Control Your Room

While you’ll make money by pleasing others, you don’t have to let things slide in your room. In fact, Chaturbate gives you full control, offering a variety of settings to ensure everything is to your liking.

Head into the “Settings & Privacy” tab below your broadcast window to activate features such as:

• Blocking regions — You can block regions, states, or countries from seeing your streams under “Broadcaster Settings.”
• Kick, silence, or ban — This applies to specific users. You can silence people for six hours (great for those spamming the chat), ban them entirely, and more from within the interface. 
• Notify on entry/leave — You can decide whether you want to be notified when specific users enter or leave your broadcast. 

Earning Money on Chaturbate: Tips and Private Shows

For tips to come rolling in, you need to set goals. In other words, targets that viewers need to meet before you’ll take your shirt off or perform a specific act. That way, you don’t do anything major without earning money.

However, for many models, the most predictable money comes in through the private shows. These pay-per-minute performances could see you earn up to 90 tokens (roughly $4.50) per minute! Yep, you read that right. Although, it’s worth noting that you’ll need to work up to this point and Chaturbate takes a 40% to 50% cut.

Chaturbate holds regularly contests adding up to a total of $11,000 given away each month. Every hour, Chaturbate awards a $10 prize to the top cam, and $5 to the 2nd place cam based on total viewership.

Of course, if you happen to be the most watched cam on Chaturbate, you can expect to earn much more than this through tips and private show tickets.

Build Your Chaturbate Fan Club

Fan clubs allow your biggest supporters to see exclusive content you’ve made just for them.

All you need to do is enable it under the “Settings & Privacy” tab, choose the settings, and invite members that view your streams. Once somebody becomes your fan, their username will turn green in your chat, allowing you to identify them with ease. 

You’re free to set your fan club price, but we encourage you to make it fair. Don’t aim to jump to the top of the Chaturbate earning charts in one hit!

The more generous you are, the more people will continue paying. 

How to Interact with Cam Show Viewers

Now, this is what being a Chaturbate broadcaster is all about! Without interacting with your viewers, you don’t have a show, so knowing how to engage people is a must.

Smiling and looking interested is a great place to start, but confidence and letting your true personality shine will ensure viewers return time after time. Making a great first impression will entice people to stay, bringing you long-term success on the platform. 

That said, don’t give everything away too early. Retaining a touch of mystery will pique users’ interests.

Public Chat

Don’t make the mistake of thinking that typing alone is enough interaction — it isn’t! Your viewers want to hear you enjoy yourself and have a great time, so turn that microphone on and get talking (and moaning, when the time is right). 

Keep an eye on the chat so you can be responsive and answer questions. Not to mention that it allows you to ban, kick, or silence trolls or anybody who isn’t being respectful. The chat should be a safe place for you and the users; the only way to ensure that’s the case is to stay on top of it. 

PMs

The constant requests for private messages can become tedious and time-consuming if you’re doing it for nothing. So, if you want to accept PMs, charge for them! Time is money at the end of the day, and if somebody wants to message you badly enough, they will pay for it.

As a default, the tip is one token, but feel free to change your price. If your PMs are constantly blowing up, you could be on to a big money-maker by charging for this feature. 

Build Your Audience Beyond Chaturbate

You can’t use Chaturbate to advertise yourself on other sites that offer live streaming services. However, it’s worthwhile growing your Twitter and/or Instagram audiences to boost your broadcast viewings. In fact, experts recommend posting your affiliate link on socials before you broadcast to start seeing regulars in your room. It’s a great way to build up lasting fan bases. 

As long as you don’t use the platform to promote other camming sites or real-life businesses, it’s a fantastic tool for growing your social platforms. You never know, it might be the most lucrative move you make!

Key Sign Up Links for Chaturbate

Ready to make the jump and get yourself an account on the world’s largest live adult cams site?

Here are the links you will need:

• Sign up as a viewer
• Sign up as a broadcaster / model

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That wraps up our exhaustive guide to how Chaturbate works. We hope you now understand what Chaturbate is, and how to use the site for your pleasure (work or personal ;)).

Let us know if you have any questions about how to use Chaturbate, how the token system works, or how to get started on the platform.