OnlyFans Implements Background Checks for Creators
In a significant policy update, OnlyFans, a leading content subscription service renowned for its adult content, has announced that it will initiate background checks on individuals registering as creators on its platform. This new measure, developed in partnership with Checkr Trust, is designed to enhance community safety by preventing individuals with relevant criminal convictions from becoming creators.
Concerns Raised by Content Creators
The decision by OnlyFans has sparked concerns among its community of creators, particularly those involved in adult content. Many fear that the background checks could have a disproportionate impact on sex workers. A creator using the platform, referred to as Alex, highlighted the lack of clarity regarding the extent of these checks and expressed worries about how minor offenses, such as shoplifting, could result in account deactivations.
The View from Adult Content Creators
Another creator, known as Starling, spoke out about the specific vulnerabilities faced by adult creators. They emphasized the hypervisibility and stigma associated with their profession and suggested that the new background checks might serve the interests of OnlyFans more than those of the creators themselves. Starling pointed out that the dominant market position of OnlyFans leaves creators with "very limited power" and few alternatives should they find the platform's policies objectionable.
Impact on the Creator Community
This policy change could significantly alter the dynamic between OnlyFans and its creators, potentially affecting the platform's popularity and usability. The concerns indicate a fear of restricted access to the platform for those with past minor offenses, which could alter the composition of content creators and impact the variety and richness of content available to subscribers.
