This is an important update for Grandfathered Creators.
In the announcement below we stated that starting July 1, 2023, all Earn Money Creators, including Grandfathered Creators, will be required to have either Platinum or Diamond VIP in order to be in the Earn Money Program and receive cash payouts.
(This requirement does not affect Grandfathered Creators who are subscribed to legacy VIP (from before Tiered VIP launched).
We realize this is a huge change for many Grandfathered Creators and have been closely following feedback regarding this new policy.
Based on your valuable input, we have come up with a solution that should make it easier for affected Creators to transition.
Details are as follows:
LINKED ACCOUNTS FOR GRANDFATHERED CREATORS
Starting July 1, 2023, Creators will be able to link three Grandfathered Creator accounts together, with only one VIP subscription.
Creators will choose one Grandfathered account for their VIP subscription, and two additional Grandfathered accounts that will not need VIP.
If a Creator already pays for Platinum or Diamond VIP on a non-Grandfathered account, they can apply it to two of their Grandfathered accounts.
All three linked accounts will be eligible for the Earn Money Program and payouts.
Once the accounts are linked, new earnings from these accounts will be combined into one MASA balance. Earnings from before the accounts are linked will not be combined.
Grandfathered accounts that are grouped with a VIP account will not need to apply for the Earn Money Program as long as they have already been approved to participate in the Earn Money Program prior.
Starting August 2023, earnings from the linked accounts can be set up to funnel into the VIP account.
INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO LINK GRANDFATHERED ACCOUNTS
Here’s how to link a Platinum or Diamond VIP Grandfathered account with two additional accounts.
Make sure one of your Creator accounts has Platinum or Diamond VIP
Submit a help ticket to the Earn Money Program, requesting linked accounts. List an account that has VIP, and two Grandfathered accounts that do not have VIP.
If any of the linked accounts is not in the Earn Money Program, those account(s) will need to join to earn money and request a payout. All accounts will be able to apply to the Earn Money Program without a VIP subscription. However, you will not be able to earn money or request a payout until the account has a qualified VIP subscription or is linked to a Grandfathered account with a qualified VIP subscription.
Once the team receives your ticket (and your Earn Money application(s) if applicable), they will:
Check to make sure the accounts are owned by you
Confirm your Earn Money Program application has been accepted.
As soon as your accounts are approved, the team will link them together, so all three can be in the Earn Money Program with only one VIP subscription
ADDITIONAL BENEFIT - JULY ONLY
Between July 1 and July 30, Earn Money accounts with less than $50 can convert their balances into Credits. To receive Credits, send a help ticket to the Earn Money team.
Attention Creators - Starting July 1 Earn Money Payouts will require VIP
This is an important notice for Creators who are not signed up for VIP but still receive cash payouts in the Earn Money Program.
Starting July 1, 2023, all Earn Money Creators will be required to have either Platinum or Diamond VIP in order to receive cash payouts.
This does not include legacy Creators who signed up for VIP before the Tiered VIP system launched. They already have the equivalent of Platinum VIP and do not need to take any action.
CLARIFICATION:
Added 5/18/23: By "legacy Creators" we mean Grandfathered Creators. Grandfathered Creators without VIP will still be able to create, submit to their shop and earn Credits.
When this new requirement is introduced, Grandfathered Creators without VIP will still be able to create, submit to their shop and earn Credits.
Added 5/23/23 - You will not be able to earn cash or receive payouts unless you purchase Platinum or Diamond VIP. Once you join VIP you can earn cash and receive payouts. You will not lose existing cash balances. They will simply not be available without VIP.
The Platinum and Diamond VIP memberships offer exclusive benefits that will help Creators make the most of their IMVU experience, including free live chat rooms, live voice broadcasting, and catalog discounts. See our store https://www.imvu.com/next/store/ for more details.
We realize VIP is new to many of you, and to that end, we have provided several weeks of notice so that you can review the Platinum and Diamond VIP offerings and decide which is right for you. See our store https://www.imvu.com/next/store/ for more details.
Thank you!
The IMVU Creator Team
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 21, 2023.
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Has anyone outside of the US been able to call the phone number to buy the yearly VIP sub? I just tried and it told me the number is not connected.
So over this crap.
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Posted by “Fabrishion” on June 21, 2023.
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We forgot how new developers shops are automatically hidden if they don't pay for V.I.P in order to dev! Whew...This is going to be a big mess!!
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Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
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Just from my experience with IMVU, things never change for the better, I hope ur right.
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Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
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Well, the thing is, it’s maybe delayed because of the staff in charge was out or dismissed? Kinda administrative issue rather than PayPal? Cause it’s a sudden change obviously, or maybe not idk, it’s really frustrating.
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Posted by “BunnyCakes” on June 21, 2023.
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Oh by this job I meant the staff accountant.
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Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
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I doubt it.
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Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
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Oh! Might be! I know PayPal is not the reason why payout is delayed, why all these position is suddenly vacated I wonder?! hmm!
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Posted by “Nums” on June 21, 2023.
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Maybe a new accountant can fix MASA from defrauding us.
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Posted by “BunnyCakes” on June 21, 2023.
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About a week and a half ago to my recollection IMVU has this job available.
Your Not alone my sales have pretty much evaporated as well
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 21, 2023.
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Sales have plummeted over the past year. Things seemed to stabilise for a little while but sales have got even worse this month.
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Posted by “oasis8” on June 21, 2023.
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ive noticed even meh sales have gone down alot lately... i even opened up some items i didnt plan to have as public...
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Posted by “Tibix” on June 21, 2023.
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I feel like we all got ghosted by imvu at this point. This "fix" isnt even a fix and its only beneficial to multi account holders which a lot of us are not, Then there's the paypal issue on top of that. Its starting to really sink in how titanic this feels, there's most defiantly enough space on that door for the both of us.
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Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
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IS THIS SOME KIND OF A JOKE?? OR ARE YOU PUNISHING US FOR SPEAKING OUR MIND IN THE FORUM?? WE NEED UPDATES, WHAT IS GOING ON?? ENOUGH OF BAD NEWS ALREADY!! WE NEED ANSWERS CAUSE PATIENCE HAS LIMITS.
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Posted by “SweetCryssy” on June 21, 2023.
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@Aislinn Probably going to be waiting a while.. I firmly believe the whole "issues with paypal" is just BS...and its the fact they don't have the money to pay everyone wishing to cash out at the end of this month. I haven't had any issues with paypal and getting money at all..SO..this strikes me as a rather "fishy" development on their part. I'll be cashing out at the end of the month, and I'll wait however long it takes to get paid.
As for this site.. as I've mentioned in past posts..I'm done. I've hidden ALL my derivables.. and have slowly been hiding my top selling items and bundles as well. Slowly over the next few weeks, the rest of my catalogue will disappear.. 17K+ items takes a while to hide.. but as I said before.. I REFUSE to leave anything in my shop that will earn IMVU even 1 credit from my hard earned work.
More and more..I'm glad I moved to SL 4yrs ago. At least there I can talk voice.. be an adult/dress like an adult... without having to pay for a stupid AP Pass to do so. I can go to clubs and listen to live Dj's or even live SINGERS (lots of talented ppl on Second Life)..or just listen to radio stations or watch movies etc..with my friends or by myself. I can buy meshes in the SL marketplace and do whatever I want with them, without having a cut of the profits taken every time I sell something. And if I have issues.. Linden Labs actually cares enough to sort out the issue instead of ignoring me..or the problem.
To those of you staying.. I wish you luck.. and those of you who wish to make the move to this other AMAZING platform.. we have a fantastic Facebook group that helps former IMVU users get help with the transition to Second Life. It may seem daunting, but we have amazing ppl who are willing to help you get sorted out and started..it takes a lil bit to get used to, but in the end it will be worth it when you see all you can do and how much more fun SL is..compared to this "sinking ship"
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Posted by “RigsK” on May 15, 2023.
[Archived]This is an important update for Grandfathered Creators.
In the announcement below we stated that starting July 1, 2023, all Earn Money Creators, including Grandfathered Creators, will be required to have either Platinum or Diamond VIP in order to be in the Earn Money Program and receive cash payouts.
(This requirement does not affect Grandfathered Creators who are subscribed to legacy VIP (from before Tiered VIP launched).
We realize this is a huge change for many Grandfathered Creators and have been closely following feedback regarding this new policy.
Based on your valuable input, we have come up with a solution that should make it easier for affected Creators to transition.
Details are as follows:
LINKED ACCOUNTS FOR GRANDFATHERED CREATORS
INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO LINK GRANDFATHERED ACCOUNTS
Here’s how to link a Platinum or Diamond VIP Grandfathered account with two additional accounts.
ADDITIONAL BENEFIT - JULY ONLY
Between July 1 and July 30, Earn Money accounts with less than $50 can convert their balances into Credits. To receive Credits, send a help ticket to the Earn Money team.
FAQ http://im.vu/help1072
_____________________________________________
Original Message 5/18/23
Attention Creators - Starting July 1 Earn Money Payouts will require VIP
This is an important notice for Creators who are not signed up for VIP but still receive cash payouts in the Earn Money Program.
Starting July 1, 2023, all Earn Money Creators will be required to have either Platinum or Diamond VIP in order to receive cash payouts.
This does not include legacy Creators who signed up for VIP before the Tiered VIP system launched. They already have the equivalent of Platinum VIP and do not need to take any action.
CLARIFICATION:
The Platinum and Diamond VIP memberships offer exclusive benefits that will help Creators make the most of their IMVU experience, including free live chat rooms, live voice broadcasting, and catalog discounts. See our store https://www.imvu.com/next/store/ for more details.
We realize VIP is new to many of you, and to that end, we have provided several weeks of notice so that you can review the Platinum and Diamond VIP offerings and decide which is right for you. See our store https://www.imvu.com/next/store/ for more details.
Thank you!
The IMVU Creator Team
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]Has anyone outside of the US been able to call the phone number to buy the yearly VIP sub? I just tried and it told me the number is not connected.
So over this crap.
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Posted by “Fabrishion” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]We forgot how new developers shops are automatically hidden if they don't pay for V.I.P in order to dev! Whew...This is going to be a big mess!!
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Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]Just from my experience with IMVU, things never change for the better, I hope ur right.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]Well, the thing is, it’s maybe delayed because of the staff in charge was out or dismissed? Kinda administrative issue rather than PayPal? Cause it’s a sudden change obviously, or maybe not idk, it’s really frustrating.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “BunnyCakes” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]Oh by this job I meant the staff accountant.
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Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]I doubt it.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]Oh! Might be! I know PayPal is not the reason why payout is delayed, why all these position is suddenly vacated I wonder?! hmm!
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “Nums” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]Maybe a new accountant can fix MASA from defrauding us.
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Posted by “BunnyCakes” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]About a week and a half ago to my recollection IMVU has this job available.
I wonder if this is also part of the reason for the payout delays.![sracc]()
https://careers.jobscore.com/careers/togetherlabs/jobs/staff-accountant-senior-accounts-payable-accountant-c-gXXxrcfhmBAtUf3i_RsG?ref=rss&sid=68
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “Tibix” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]Your Not alone my sales have pretty much evaporated as well
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]Sales have plummeted over the past year. Things seemed to stabilise for a little while but sales have got even worse this month.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “oasis8” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]ive noticed even meh sales have gone down alot lately... i even opened up some items i didnt plan to have as public...
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “Tibix” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]I feel like we all got ghosted by imvu at this point. This "fix" isnt even a fix and its only beneficial to multi account holders which a lot of us are not, Then there's the paypal issue on top of that. Its starting to really sink in how titanic this feels, there's most defiantly enough space on that door for the both of us.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]IS THIS SOME KIND OF A JOKE?? OR ARE YOU PUNISHING US FOR SPEAKING OUR MIND IN THE FORUM?? WE NEED UPDATES, WHAT IS GOING ON?? ENOUGH OF BAD NEWS ALREADY!! WE NEED ANSWERS CAUSE PATIENCE HAS LIMITS.
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Posted by “SweetCryssy” on June 21, 2023.
[Archived]@Aislinn Probably going to be waiting a while.. I firmly believe the whole "issues with paypal" is just BS...and its the fact they don't have the money to pay everyone wishing to cash out at the end of this month. I haven't had any issues with paypal and getting money at all..SO..this strikes me as a rather "fishy" development on their part. I'll be cashing out at the end of the month, and I'll wait however long it takes to get paid.
As for this site.. as I've mentioned in past posts..I'm done. I've hidden ALL my derivables.. and have slowly been hiding my top selling items and bundles as well. Slowly over the next few weeks, the rest of my catalogue will disappear.. 17K+ items takes a while to hide.. but as I said before.. I REFUSE to leave anything in my shop that will earn IMVU even 1 credit from my hard earned work.
More and more..I'm glad I moved to SL 4yrs ago. At least there I can talk voice.. be an adult/dress like an adult... without having to pay for a stupid AP Pass to do so. I can go to clubs and listen to live Dj's or even live SINGERS (lots of talented ppl on Second Life)..or just listen to radio stations or watch movies etc..with my friends or by myself. I can buy meshes in the SL marketplace and do whatever I want with them, without having a cut of the profits taken every time I sell something. And if I have issues.. Linden Labs actually cares enough to sort out the issue instead of ignoring me..or the problem.
To those of you staying.. I wish you luck.. and those of you who wish to make the move to this other AMAZING platform.. we have a fantastic Facebook group that helps former IMVU users get help with the transition to Second Life. It may seem daunting, but we have amazing ppl who are willing to help you get sorted out and started..it takes a lil bit to get used to, but in the end it will be worth it when you see all you can do and how much more fun SL is..compared to this "sinking ship"
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