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      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_sagaftra_influencer_agreement_status",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "SAG-AFTRA Influencer Agreement: operational status",
      "summary": "The SAG-AFTRA influencer agreement page is currently inaccessible (403 Forbidden), preventing verification of whether the agreement is active or accepting new signatories",
      "body": "The SAG-AFTRA influencer agreement page is currently inaccessible (403 Forbidden), preventing verification of whether the agreement is active or accepting new signatories\n\nWhat SAG-AFTRA actually says:\n\n“StatusCode: non 2xx status code (403 GET https://www.sagaftra.org/influencer-agreement)”\n\nNote: The SAG-AFTRA website returned a 403 error; the agreement's current status could not be confirmed.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.sagaftra.org/influencer-agreement",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "SAG-AFTRA",
      "evidence_quote": "StatusCode: non 2xx status code (403 GET https://www.sagaftra.org/influencer-agreement)",
      "volatility": "high",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "SAG-AFTRA Influencer Agreement",
      "topic": "operational status",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "SAG-AFTRA is a US national union",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "creator_program",
        "stage": "choosing",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "sagaftra",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_onlyfans_revenue_split_20pct",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "OnlyFans: Money.fees",
      "summary": "OnlyFans deducts a 20% fee from all Fan Payments as its platform revenue share",
      "body": "OnlyFans deducts a 20% fee from all Fan Payments as its platform revenue share\n\nWhat Fenix International Limited actually says:\n\n“Our Fee is calculated as 20% of the total Fan Payment and will be deducted from each Fan Payment.”\n\nNote: Fee applies to all Fan Payments including subscriptions, PPV, and tips.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.onlyfans.com/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fenix International Limited",
      "evidence_quote": "Our Fee is calculated as 20% of the total Fan Payment and will be deducted from each Fan Payment.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "OnlyFans",
      "topic": "Money.fees",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Applies globally; Fan Payments are in USD",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "onlyfans",
        "topic": [
          "money.fees"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_onlyfans_payout_schedule_minimum",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "OnlyFans: Money.payout",
      "summary": "OnlyFans requires Creator Earnings to be available for withdrawal when reflected in the account, and states a minimum payout amount requirement but does not publish the specific dollar figure in the Terms of Service",
      "body": "OnlyFans requires Creator Earnings to be available for withdrawal when reflected in the account, and states a minimum payout amount requirement but does not publish the specific dollar figure in the Terms of Service\n\nWhat Fenix International Limited actually says:\n\n“Creator Earnings will only be available for withdrawal when reflected in your OnlyFans account. To withdraw Creator Earnings from your OnlyFans account, your account balance must meet the minimum payout amount requirement.”\n\nNote: The specific minimum payout amount was not stated in the ToS page accessed.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.onlyfans.com/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fenix International Limited",
      "evidence_quote": "Creator Earnings will only be available for withdrawal when reflected in your OnlyFans account. To withdraw Creator Earnings from your OnlyFans account, your account balance must meet the minimum payout amount requirement.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "OnlyFans",
      "topic": "Money.payout",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Payout in USD",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "onlyfans",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_onlyfans_payout_methods",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "OnlyFans: Money.payout",
      "summary": "OnlyFans supports direct bank transfer and other Payout Options; the platform does not store payout data except for direct bank transfer methods",
      "body": "OnlyFans supports direct bank transfer and other Payout Options; the platform does not store payout data except for direct bank transfer methods\n\nWhat Fenix International Limited actually says:\n\n“Except for Payout Options by direct bank transfer, we do not store the data you disclose when you register your Payout Options with a payment provider.”\n\nNote: Specific alternative payout methods (e-wallets, crypto) are not enumerated in the ToS.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.onlyfans.com/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fenix International Limited",
      "evidence_quote": "Except for Payout Options by direct bank transfer, we do not store the data you disclose when you register your Payout Options with a payment provider.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "OnlyFans",
      "topic": "Money.payout",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "USD transactions",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "onlyfans",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_onlyfans_id_verification_creator",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "OnlyFans: Access.id",
      "summary": "OnlyFans requires creators to upload a valid form of ID and two photos of themselves during account registration",
      "body": "OnlyFans requires creators to upload a valid form of ID and two photos of themselves during account registration\n\nWhat Fenix International Limited actually says:\n\n“To open a Creator account, you must also: Upload a valid form of ID and two photos of you; Add a bank account, payment details for your bank account, or a payment method; Select a method (\"Payout Option\") for us to transfer Creator Earnings to you”\n\nNote: Additional age or identity verification information may be requested at any time.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.onlyfans.com/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fenix International Limited",
      "evidence_quote": "To open a Creator account, you must also: Upload a valid form of ID and two photos of you; Add a bank account, payment details for your bank account, or a payment method; Select a method (\"Payout Option\") for us to transfer Creator Earnings to you",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "OnlyFans",
      "topic": "Access.id",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "All creators",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "onlyfans",
        "topic": [
          "access.id"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_onlyfans_refund_chargeback_policy",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "OnlyFans: Money.payout",
      "summary": "OnlyFans prohibits unjustified refunds and chargebacks; if a fan successfully seeks a refund or chargeback, OnlyFans may deduct the Creator Earnings portion from the creator's account",
      "body": "OnlyFans prohibits unjustified refunds and chargebacks; if a fan successfully seeks a refund or chargeback, OnlyFans may deduct the Creator Earnings portion from the creator's account\n\nWhat Fenix International Limited actually says:\n\n“You agree not to make: (i) unjustified requests for a refund; or (ii) unjustified chargeback requests of your payment card provider in relation to any Creator Interaction or tip to a Creator. If we determine that any refund or chargeback request was made by you in bad faith, we may suspend or delete your User account.”\n\nNote: Bad faith chargebacks may result in account suspension or deletion.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.onlyfans.com/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fenix International Limited",
      "evidence_quote": "You agree not to make: (i) unjustified requests for a refund; or (ii) unjustified chargeback requests of your payment card provider in relation to any Creator Interaction or tip to a Creator. If we determine that any refund or chargeback request was made by you in bad faith, we may suspend or delete your User account.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "OnlyFans",
      "topic": "Money.payout",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "All Fans and Creators",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "onlyfans",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_onlyfans_exclusivity",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "OnlyFans: Rules.content",
      "summary": "OnlyFans Terms of Service do not contain an explicit exclusivity clause restricting creators from working on competing platforms",
      "body": "OnlyFans Terms of Service do not contain an explicit exclusivity clause restricting creators from working on competing platforms\n\nWhat Fenix International Limited actually says:\n\n“The Terms of Service contain no language restricting creators from posting similar content on other platforms or requiring exclusivity.”\n\nNote: Absence of evidence is not evidence of absence; no exclusivity clause was found in the 23-section ToS.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.onlyfans.com/terms",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fenix International Limited",
      "evidence_quote": "The Terms of Service contain no language restricting creators from posting similar content on other platforms or requiring exclusivity.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "OnlyFans",
      "topic": "Rules.content",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "No exclusivity restriction found in ToS",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "choosing",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "onlyfans",
        "topic": [
          "rules.content"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_fansly_payout_minimums_by_method",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "Fansly: Money.payout",
      "summary": "Fansly's minimum payout amounts vary by method: $20 for Paxum, Cosmopayment, and local bank deposits (USD ACH, CAD); $50 for SEPA; $100 for bank wire (SWIFT) and cryptocurrency",
      "body": "Fansly's minimum payout amounts vary by method: $20 for Paxum, Cosmopayment, and local bank deposits (USD ACH, CAD); $50 for SEPA; $100 for bank wire (SWIFT) and cryptocurrency\n\nWhat Fansly Help Center actually says:\n\n“Paxum, Cosmopayment: $20. SEPA Transfer (EU & UK Bank Deposit): $50. Bank Wire (International SWIFT): $100. Cryptocurrency: $100. Local Bank Deposits (South America and Asia): $20. Includes USD ACH transfers and CAD bank deposits.”\n\nNote: SEPA payouts below $50 are held until cumulative requests reach $50 or 14 days pass, whichever is first.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fansly.com/en/articles/10544481-payout-minimums-by-method",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fansly Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "Paxum, Cosmopayment: $20. SEPA Transfer (EU & UK Bank Deposit): $50. Bank Wire (International SWIFT): $100. Cryptocurrency: $100. Local Bank Deposits (South America and Asia): $20. Includes USD ACH transfers and CAD bank deposits.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "Fansly",
      "topic": "Money.payout",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "USD; some regional variation",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fansly",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_fansly_id_verification_ondato",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "Fansly: Access.id",
      "summary": "Fansly uses Ondato as its KYC partner for age and identity verification, requiring a government-issued photo ID, a selfie holding the ID with a signed disclaimer, and a video of the user holding the ID and sign",
      "body": "Fansly uses Ondato as its KYC partner for age and identity verification, requiring a government-issued photo ID, a selfie holding the ID with a signed disclaimer, and a video of the user holding the ID and sign\n\nWhat Fansly Help Center actually says:\n\n“Stage 1: Third-Party Verification (via Ondato): You'll verify your identity and age through our trusted partner, Ondato. Stage 2: Fansly Verification: You'll complete a short application form and upload the required materials: A clear photo of the front and back of your government-issued photo ID, A photo of you holding the ID and a handwritten sign with your legal name, the date, and the phrase \"For Fansly\", A short video of you holding both the ID and the sign, with your face clearly visible.”\n\nNote: Ondato does not store the selfie or ID; Fansly only receives confirmation of age verification.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fansly.com/en/articles/12315598-how-to-apply-to-be-a-creator-on-fansly",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fansly Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "Stage 1: Third-Party Verification (via Ondato): You'll verify your identity and age through our trusted partner, Ondato. Stage 2: Fansly Verification: You'll complete a short application form and upload the required materials: A clear photo of the front and back of your government-issued photo ID, A photo of you holding the ID and a handwritten sign with your legal name, the date, and the phrase \"For Fansly\", A short video of you holding both the ID and the sign, with your face clearly visible.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "Fansly",
      "topic": "Access.id",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "US states and international",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fansly",
        "topic": [
          "access.id"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_fansly_tax_1099_nec_threshold",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "Fansly: Money.tax",
      "summary": "Fansly issues Form 1099-NEC to US creators earning more than $600 annually and reports creators earning more than $20,000 annually in most states; does not withhold taxes from creator payments",
      "body": "Fansly issues Form 1099-NEC to US creators earning more than $600 annually and reports creators earning more than $20,000 annually in most states; does not withhold taxes from creator payments\n\nWhat Fansly Help Center (with Prisma Tax Group) actually says:\n\n“Fansly creators earning more than $600 in annual revenue will receive a Form 1099-NEC. Fansly is legally required to report all creators earning more than $20,000 annually in most states. Fansly does not withhold any taxes from the funds you earn on the platform.”\n\nNote: Fansly does not issue W-2 forms; creators must report all income themselves.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fansly.com/en/articles/10544454-the-ultimate-tax-guide-faq",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fansly Help Center (with Prisma Tax Group)",
      "evidence_quote": "Fansly creators earning more than $600 in annual revenue will receive a Form 1099-NEC. Fansly is legally required to report all creators earning more than $20,000 annually in most states. Fansly does not withhold any taxes from the funds you earn on the platform.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "Fansly",
      "topic": "Money.tax",
      "applies_to_country": "Us",
      "applies_to_scope": "US creators; non-US creators use W-8BEN/DAC7",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "fansly",
        "topic": [
          "money.tax"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_fansly_refund_policy_creator",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "Fansly: Money.payout",
      "summary": "Fansly refunds are rare; custom content not delivered within 2 weeks may be eligible for refund; accounts inactive for 6+ months may face refunds or deductions; most transactions are final",
      "body": "Fansly refunds are rare; custom content not delivered within 2 weeks may be eligible for refund; accounts inactive for 6+ months may face refunds or deductions; most transactions are final\n\nWhat Fansly Help Center actually says:\n\n“While most transactions on Fansly are final, there are a few situations in which refunds may be applicable. Custom content is all about giving fans something personal and special. If it isn't delivered within 2 weeks (or the timeframe you agreed upon), fans may be eligible for a refund. If your account is inactive for 6 months or more, refunds or deductions may apply.”\n\nNote: Fansly reaches out to creators first before issuing refunds.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fansly.com/en/articles/12582085-when-would-a-fan-get-a-refund",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fansly Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "While most transactions on Fansly are final, there are a few situations in which refunds may be applicable. Custom content is all about giving fans something personal and special. If it isn't delivered within 2 weeks (or the timeframe you agreed upon), fans may be eligible for a refund. If your account is inactive for 6 months or more, refunds or deductions may apply.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "Fansly",
      "topic": "Money.payout",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Applies to fan transactions",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fansly",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_fansly_payout_methods_available",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "Fansly: Money.payout",
      "summary": "Fansly offers Paxum, Cosmopayment, SEPA bank transfer, international bank wire (SWIFT), local bank deposits (USD ACH, CAD), and cryptocurrency as payout methods",
      "body": "Fansly offers Paxum, Cosmopayment, SEPA bank transfer, international bank wire (SWIFT), local bank deposits (USD ACH, CAD), and cryptocurrency as payout methods\n\nWhat Fansly Help Center actually says:\n\n“Currently Available Alternative Payout Methods: Paxum, Cryptocurrency, Cosmopayment. SEPA Transfer (EU & UK Bank Deposit), Bank Wire (International SWIFT), Local Bank Deposits (South America and Asia) including USD ACH transfers and CAD bank deposits.”\n\nNote: Payout processing takes up to 4 business days; crypto, Paxum, and Cosmopayment typically within 24 hours.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fansly.com/en/articles/10544461-alternative-payout-methods",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fansly Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "Currently Available Alternative Payout Methods: Paxum, Cryptocurrency, Cosmopayment. SEPA Transfer (EU & UK Bank Deposit), Bank Wire (International SWIFT), Local Bank Deposits (South America and Asia) including USD ACH transfers and CAD bank deposits.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "Fansly",
      "topic": "Money.payout",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Varies by region",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fansly",
        "topic": [
          "money.payout"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_fansly_age_verification_us_states",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "Fansly: Access.id",
      "summary": "Fansly requires age verification in 12 US states (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas) using Ondato KYC partner",
      "body": "Fansly requires age verification in 12 US states (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas) using Ondato KYC partner\n\nWhat Fansly Help Center actually says:\n\n“The following states have already passed legislation regarding age verification: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, and Texas. Age verification is completed by our industry-leading KYC partner, Ondato. Ondato processes your data securely and does not store your selfie or ID. Fansly only receives confirmation that you're age-verified and nothing more.”\n\nNote: International age verification covers UK, Australia, Brazil, and Germany as well.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fansly.com/en/articles/12871972-u-s-age-verification-requirement",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fansly Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "The following states have already passed legislation regarding age verification: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, and Texas. Age verification is completed by our industry-leading KYC partner, Ondato. Ondato processes your data securely and does not store your selfie or ID. Fansly only receives confirmation that you're age-verified and nothing more.",
      "volatility": "high",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "Fansly",
      "topic": "Access.id",
      "applies_to_country": "Us",
      "applies_to_scope": "State-level age verification laws",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "fansly",
        "topic": [
          "access.id"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_fansly_creator_application_status",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "Fansly: Access.signup",
      "summary": "Fansly accepts new creator applications; applications are reviewed within 24-48 hours, with a 72-hour follow-up window if no response",
      "body": "Fansly accepts new creator applications; applications are reviewed within 24-48 hours, with a 72-hour follow-up window if no response\n\nWhat Fansly Help Center actually says:\n\n“Applications are usually reviewed within 24–48 hours after submission. If your application hasn't been approved after 72 hours, double-check your junk mail and spam folders for any messages from us.”\n\nNote: Fansly is actively accepting new creator applications.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fansly.com/en/articles/12315628-waiting-to-hear-back-about-your-creator-application",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fansly Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "Applications are usually reviewed within 24–48 hours after submission. If your application hasn't been approved after 72 hours, double-check your junk mail and spam folders for any messages from us.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "Fansly",
      "topic": "Access.signup",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "New creators",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "subscription_sfw",
        "stage": "choosing",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "fansly",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_upwork_terms_access",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "Upwork: Access.signup",
      "summary": "Upwork's Terms of Service and independent contractor agreement pages returned 403 Forbidden errors, preventing verification of the platform's current revenue split, payout terms, and ID verification requirements",
      "body": "Upwork's Terms of Service and independent contractor agreement pages returned 403 Forbidden errors, preventing verification of the platform's current revenue split, payout terms, and ID verification requirements\n\nWhat Upwork actually says:\n\n“StatusCode: non 2xx status code (403 GET https://www.upwork.com/terms) and StatusCode: non 2xx status code (403 GET https://www.upwork.com/legal/terms-of-service)”\n\nNote: Multiple Upwork URLs returned 403; could not verify revenue split, payout schedule, minimum, methods, ID verification, chargeback policy, or exclusivity clauses.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.upwork.com/legal/terms-of-service",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Upwork",
      "evidence_quote": "StatusCode: non 2xx status code (403 GET https://www.upwork.com/terms) and StatusCode: non 2xx status code (403 GET https://www.upwork.com/legal/terms-of-service)",
      "volatility": "high",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "Upwork",
      "topic": "Access.signup",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "applies_to_scope": "Global platform",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "creator_program",
        "stage": "choosing",
        "region": [
          "any"
        ],
        "platform": "upwork",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_cal_labor_talent_agency_definition",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "[Unverified - being checked] California Labor Code: Safety.legal",
      "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] California Labor Code Section 1700.4 defines a talent agency as a person or corporation who procures, offers, promises, or attempts to procure employment for artists, including models and other entertainment professionals",
      "body": "California Labor Code Section 1700.4 defines a talent agency as a person or corporation who procures, offers, promises, or attempts to procure employment for artists, including models and other entertainment professionals\n\nWhat California Legislature actually says:\n\n“\"Talent agency\" means a person or corporation who engages in the occupation of procuring, offering, promising, or attempting to procure employment or engagements for an artist or artists... Talent agencies may, in addition, counsel or direct artists in the development of their professional careers.”\n\nNote: Artists include models, actors, directors, writers, composers, and other entertainment professionals.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=LAB&sectionNum=1700.4",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "California Legislature",
      "evidence_quote": "\"Talent agency\" means a person or corporation who engages in the occupation of procuring, offering, promising, or attempting to procure employment or engagements for an artist or artists... Talent agencies may, in addition, counsel or direct artists in the development of their professional careers.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "California Labor Code",
      "topic": "Safety.legal",
      "applies_to_country": "Us",
      "applies_to_scope": "California",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "creator_program",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "us-ca"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "safety.legal"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      },
      "verification": {
        "status": "unverified",
        "label": "Unverified - being checked",
        "reasons": [
          "legal_fetch_over_cap"
        ],
        "checked_utc": "20261021-123916Z"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_ny_dol_employment_agencies",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "[Unverified - being checked] New York Department of Labor: Safety.legal",
      "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] The NY Department of Labor lists Employment Agencies under Labor Standards enforcement, indicating talent agency licensing falls under NY labor law",
      "body": "The NY Department of Labor lists Employment Agencies under Labor Standards enforcement, indicating talent agency licensing falls under NY labor law\n\nWhat New York State Department of Labor actually says:\n\n“Employment Agencies - listed under Labor Standards enforcement topics on the NY DOL website.”\n\nNote: The specific licensing statute was not accessed; only the DOL homepage listing was confirmed.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://dol.ny.gov/labor-standards-0",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "New York State Department of Labor",
      "evidence_quote": "Employment Agencies - listed under Labor Standards enforcement topics on the NY DOL website.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "New York Department of Labor",
      "topic": "Safety.legal",
      "applies_to_country": "Us",
      "applies_to_scope": "New York",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "creator_program",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "us-ny"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "safety.legal"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      },
      "verification": {
        "status": "failed",
        "label": "Unverified - being checked",
        "reasons": [
          "legal_fetch_over_cap",
          "deferred_state_uncorroborated:us-ny"
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        "checked_utc": "20261021-123916Z"
      }
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      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_ftc_endorsement_guides_influencers",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "FTC Endorsement Guides: Rules.content",
      "summary": "The FTC Endorsement Guides require influencers to disclose paid relationships, free products, or any material connection with advertisers; disclosures must be clear and conspicuous",
      "body": "The FTC Endorsement Guides require influencers to disclose paid relationships, free products, or any material connection with advertisers; disclosures must be clear and conspicuous\n\nWhat Federal Trade Commission actually says:\n\n“If there's a connection between an endorser and the marketer that a significant minority of consumers wouldn't expect and it would affect how they evaluate the endorsement, that connection should be disclosed clearly and conspicuously.”\n\nNote: The Guides were revised in 2023 with new definitions including \"clearly and conspicuously.\"",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/ftcs-endorsement-guides-what-people-are-asking",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Federal Trade Commission",
      "evidence_quote": "If there's a connection between an endorser and the marketer that a significant minority of consumers wouldn't expect and it would affect how they evaluate the endorsement, that connection should be disclosed clearly and conspicuously.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "FTC Endorsement Guides",
      "topic": "Rules.content",
      "applies_to_country": "Us",
      "applies_to_scope": "Federal law",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "creator_program",
        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "rules.content"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1236_talent_management_for_creators_platforms_fansly_tax_1099_nec",
      "category": "Business",
      "title": "Fansly: Money.tax",
      "summary": "Fansly issues Form 1099-NEC to US creators earning more than $600 annually, reports creators earning more than $20,000 in most states, and does not withhold taxes from creator payments",
      "body": "Fansly issues Form 1099-NEC to US creators earning more than $600 annually, reports creators earning more than $20,000 in most states, and does not withhold taxes from creator payments\n\nWhat Fansly Help Center (with Prisma Tax Group) actually says:\n\n“Fansly creators earning more than $600 in annual revenue will receive a Form 1099-NEC. Fansly is legally required to report all creators earning more than $20,000 annually in most states. Fansly does not withhold any taxes from the funds you earn on the platform.”\n\nNote: Fansly does not issue W-2 forms; creators must report all income themselves.",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.fansly.com/en/articles/10544454-the-ultimate-tax-guide-faq",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-04",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Fansly Help Center (with Prisma Tax Group)",
      "evidence_quote": "Fansly creators earning more than $600 in annual revenue will receive a Form 1099-NEC. Fansly is legally required to report all creators earning more than $20,000 annually in most states. Fansly does not withhold any taxes from the funds you earn on the platform.",
      "volatility": "medium",
      "from_batch": "1236-talent-management-for-creators-platforms",
      "subject": "Fansly",
      "topic": "Money.tax",
      "applies_to_country": "Us",
      "applies_to_scope": "US creators; non-US creators use W-8BEN/DAC7",
      "tags": {
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        "stage": "running",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "fansly",
        "topic": [
          "money.tax"
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        "explicitness": "any"
      }
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}