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 “HunnyBun” on June 20, 2023.
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Directions read now- and case submitted through Earn Money Program- fingers crossed! Thanks!
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Bought VIP (now have vip on FOUR accts) trying to link in 6 other grandfathered accts and VIP chat is clueless....how are we suppose to get this done if they dont even know what is going on? I kinda knew this was going to happen so was trying to get a jump start.. could someone from staff please let us know the BEST and easiest way to get this done
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I handed my link prescription to RigsK, and she dropped it with the Payout Team/Link Team. And it is more certainly taking some time now already yes. If all settings, depend on another, got to have a VIP this month, to get in cash anyway. So depends, on a lot of individual variables. XD,..this is a big mess on a team's table that is for sure. Not that this has anything to do with RigsK by the way. It's just a law of Murphy playing itself out, the dominos are falling...and their not gonna stop..any time soon. I expect trouble. :/
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Posted by “Aislinn” on June 19, 2023.
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There are a lot of us who have been waiting a while because they're having "Issues with Paypal" and I have no idea how they expect any of this to work by a July 1st deadline if they keep having issues with paypal. Mine has been in Resolved/Approved since the 15th and others have been waiting two weeks +
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Posted by “Promoted” on June 19, 2023.
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All what you've said! Its been looming over me the whole month and though i had time to create... i didn't want to. Because i don't know it the effort will be worth it in a few days. I remember back then when i started creating, i did it to have my own customized stuff and when i look trough my catalogue it feels like i'm looking trough years and years of learning, with good and bad moments. I used to enjoy doing my funny little 3D-sidehustle. In no way could i say my loss is as big as someone elses who literally does this 7 days a week, i barely made it to 50$ each month. Having to maintain VIP to even be able to earn money.... It takes way more than it gives. Imvu is already getting half the cake, at least. Paywalling even the option to collect money and denying the option of having a payout once a year is just sickening. This killed my joy and motivation and i'll be better off looking into another platform. Now looking at all these first-day-veterans like you, Lestat, etc losing hope... It makes me sad. I hope, imvu gets everything they've called for.
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@gaf210
Thank you so much Gaf.
I already submitted my ticket for funneling 3 of my accounts under the new VIP and they answered to me that they will process it after 1st of July with submission ticket order. I think after they process it we will see if its essential to resubmit for the money earning program or not. In any case I will PM u what happened -fingers crossed everything will go smoothly-✌️
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@Polystyrene
Thank you so much Poly for this I really had missed this in between all those comments of the previous days
Unassigned 6 days and still waiting for a payout WTF WTF.
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 19, 2023.
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Yep you are right, I did clarify in my other comment :)
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heyas poly hun! from what i understand all those questions are related to linking accounts, unsure if you are not linking anything you would have to still re apply, at least that is not what i get from the answers listed there.
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 19, 2023.
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Sorry, it's just linked accounts that have to reapply.
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Here is Rigs' post that contains that and other info:
Hi Folks,
Here are answers to your main questions. I will be away June 7 through July 21, but my colleagues will check on this thread regularly and address questions while I'm away.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Is it possible to link 2 accounts instead of 3?
Yes it is possible to link two accounts instead of three.
May I use a non-Grandfathered account for my VIP account?
Yes, using a non-Grandfathered account for the VIP account is fine.
Can the accounts I like to the VIP account be non-Grandfathered?
Only a Grandfathered account can be linked with a VIP account. You could link your Grandfathered account to one of your VIP accounts.
How do we verify the accounts that we are linking? There needs to be some confirmation, otherwise people will just steal other peoples’ accounts.
Our team will check each set of accounts submitted to make sure they belong to the same person.
If we link two accounts with a VIP account, are we required to funnel our earnings and payments into one of the accounts?
Funneling earnings is a separate ask from linking accounts, and we won’t do it if the creator doesn't request it to be done. If you funnel your funds with two other accounts, the main account will have a new MASA calculation.
Do the accounts linking to the VIP account receive all VIP perks?
The two accounts linked to the VIP account will have Creator privileges, be eligible for the Earn Money Program, and Earn Money Payouts. Other VIP perks will not apply to the two linked accounts. You can choose to funnel funds to one main account. All three store catalogs associated with these accounts will remain separate.
Will the catalogs in the linked accounts combine into one catalog?
The catalogs will remain separate. The only things that will be combined are MASA and payouts based on the combined MASA. And of course the two grandfathered accounts associated with the VIP will keep their Earn Money and payout privileges.
What if accounts with combined earnings are still at a $500 MASA?
If the combined accounts still have less than $500 MASA, that $500 label would remain the same. However, the actual payouts would increase. Please request payouts in accordance with your MASA.
If the combined accounts have more than a $500 MASA, the MASA label would show an increase and the payouts would increase.
If we link our accounts for the payouts, would it still display how much each of the accounts earned?
You will need to check per product. All funds will automatically be funneled into the main account. Your are not required to funnel all funds into one account.
What happens to the earnings from before the accounts were linked?
Earnings from before the accounts were linked would remain in the separate accounts The current system for payout requests would apply to those earnings.
Your announcement states starting July 1 we can link accounts, and starting August the new earnings can be funneled into the VIP account. How do we get paid in July while we wait for the accounts to link?
As a courtesy, we will issue your alt accounts a 30 day VIP pass so you can apply to the program while we verify ownership and link the accounts. Starting Aug 1st, you have an option to link the earnings of alt VIP accounts to your main account. This is optional. You can leave each account’s earnings separately or link them.
Will the MASA be based on 3 accounts or just on the main VIP account?
Funneling earnings is a separate ask from linking your 3 accounts, and we won’t do it if the creator doesn't request it to be done. If you funnel your funds with two other accounts, the main account will have a new MASA calculation.
Will Grandfathered Creator accounts that link with the VIP account need to reapply to the Earn Money Program?
Yes, your linked accounts will need to reapply for the Earn Money Program.
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heyas mor hun! from what i see you are already diamond vip so you shouldn't have to re apply to anything and your payments should go through as normal, from what i understand at least. If im mistaken please correct me.
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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 “HunnyBun” on June 20, 2023.
[Archived]Directions read now- and case submitted through Earn Money Program- fingers crossed! Thanks!
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Posted by “HunnyBun” on June 20, 2023.
[Archived]Bought VIP (now have vip on FOUR accts) trying to link in 6 other grandfathered accts and VIP chat is clueless....how are we suppose to get this done if they dont even know what is going on? I kinda knew this was going to happen so was trying to get a jump start.. could someone from staff please let us know the BEST and easiest way to get this done
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Posted by “Reclusus” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]I handed my link prescription to RigsK, and she dropped it with the Payout Team/Link Team. And it is more certainly taking some time now already yes. If all settings, depend on another, got to have a VIP this month, to get in cash anyway. So depends, on a lot of individual variables. XD,..this is a big mess on a team's table that is for sure. Not that this has anything to do with RigsK by the way. It's just a law of Murphy playing itself out, the dominos are falling...and their not gonna stop..any time soon. I expect trouble. :/
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Posted by “Aislinn” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]There are a lot of us who have been waiting a while because they're having "Issues with Paypal" and I have no idea how they expect any of this to work by a July 1st deadline if they keep having issues with paypal. Mine has been in Resolved/Approved since the 15th and others have been waiting two weeks +
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Posted by “Promoted” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]All what you've said! Its been looming over me the whole month and though i had time to create... i didn't want to. Because i don't know it the effort will be worth it in a few days. I remember back then when i started creating, i did it to have my own customized stuff and when i look trough my catalogue it feels like i'm looking trough years and years of learning, with good and bad moments. I used to enjoy doing my funny little 3D-sidehustle. In no way could i say my loss is as big as someone elses who literally does this 7 days a week, i barely made it to 50$ each month. Having to maintain VIP to even be able to earn money.... It takes way more than it gives. Imvu is already getting half the cake, at least. Paywalling even the option to collect money and denying the option of having a payout once a year is just sickening. This killed my joy and motivation and i'll be better off looking into another platform. Now looking at all these first-day-veterans like you, Lestat, etc losing hope... It makes me sad. I hope, imvu gets everything they've called for.
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Posted by “Mortessia” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]@gaf210
Thank you so much Gaf.
I already submitted my ticket for funneling 3 of my accounts under the new VIP and they answered to me that they will process it after 1st of July with submission ticket order. I think after they process it we will see if its essential to resubmit for the money earning program or not. In any case I will PM u what happened -fingers crossed everything will go smoothly-✌️
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Posted by “Mortessia” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]@Polystyrene
Thank you so much Poly for this I really had missed this in between all those comments of the previous days
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Posted by “DONATELLA” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]Just wondering if we will get our pay at all!
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]Did you see this?
https://cc.imvu.com/s/creator-news/a0N5d00003KCNo1EAH/cn-0105
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Posted by “yokoed” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]Unassigned 6 days and still waiting for a payout WTF WTF.
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]Yep you are right, I did clarify in my other comment :)
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Posted by “gaf210” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]heyas poly hun! from what i understand all those questions are related to linking accounts, unsure if you are not linking anything you would have to still re apply, at least that is not what i get from the answers listed there.
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]Sorry, it's just linked accounts that have to reapply.
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]Here is Rigs' post that contains that and other info:
Hi Folks,
Here are answers to your main questions. I will be away June 7 through July 21, but my colleagues will check on this thread regularly and address questions while I'm away.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Is it possible to link 2 accounts instead of 3?
Yes it is possible to link two accounts instead of three.
May I use a non-Grandfathered account for my VIP account?
Yes, using a non-Grandfathered account for the VIP account is fine.
Can the accounts I like to the VIP account be non-Grandfathered?
Only a Grandfathered account can be linked with a VIP account. You could link your Grandfathered account to one of your VIP accounts.
How do we verify the accounts that we are linking? There needs to be some confirmation, otherwise people will just steal other peoples’ accounts.
Our team will check each set of accounts submitted to make sure they belong to the same person.
If we link two accounts with a VIP account, are we required to funnel our earnings and payments into one of the accounts?
Funneling earnings is a separate ask from linking accounts, and we won’t do it if the creator doesn't request it to be done. If you funnel your funds with two other accounts, the main account will have a new MASA calculation.
Do the accounts linking to the VIP account receive all VIP perks?
The two accounts linked to the VIP account will have Creator privileges, be eligible for the Earn Money Program, and Earn Money Payouts. Other VIP perks will not apply to the two linked accounts. You can choose to funnel funds to one main account. All three store catalogs associated with these accounts will remain separate.
Will the catalogs in the linked accounts combine into one catalog?
The catalogs will remain separate. The only things that will be combined are MASA and payouts based on the combined MASA. And of course the two grandfathered accounts associated with the VIP will keep their Earn Money and payout privileges.
What if accounts with combined earnings are still at a $500 MASA?
If the combined accounts still have less than $500 MASA, that $500 label would remain the same. However, the actual payouts would increase. Please request payouts in accordance with your MASA.
If the combined accounts have more than a $500 MASA, the MASA label would show an increase and the payouts would increase.
If we link our accounts for the payouts, would it still display how much each of the accounts earned?
You will need to check per product. All funds will automatically be funneled into the main account. Your are not required to funnel all funds into one account.
What happens to the earnings from before the accounts were linked?
Earnings from before the accounts were linked would remain in the separate accounts The current system for payout requests would apply to those earnings.
Your announcement states starting July 1 we can link accounts, and starting August the new earnings can be funneled into the VIP account. How do we get paid in July while we wait for the accounts to link?
As a courtesy, we will issue your alt accounts a 30 day VIP pass so you can apply to the program while we verify ownership and link the accounts. Starting Aug 1st, you have an option to link the earnings of alt VIP accounts to your main account. This is optional. You can leave each account’s earnings separately or link them.
Will the MASA be based on 3 accounts or just on the main VIP account?
Funneling earnings is a separate ask from linking your 3 accounts, and we won’t do it if the creator doesn't request it to be done. If you funnel your funds with two other accounts, the main account will have a new MASA calculation.
Will Grandfathered Creator accounts that link with the VIP account need to reapply to the Earn Money Program?
Yes, your linked accounts will need to reapply for the Earn Money Program.
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Posted by “gaf210” on June 19, 2023.
[Archived]heyas mor hun! from what i see you are already diamond vip so you shouldn't have to re apply to anything and your payments should go through as normal, from what i understand at least. If im mistaken please correct me.
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