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 “Vorvolaka” on June 07, 2023.
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I don't like the idea either. I'm hoping still that they make a separate VIP tier exclusively for creators that isn't $10 a month. Or like others have said making sure the annual VIP discount is buyable for everyone.
Also yeah, no one here is impersonating staff? I admire your conviction but please don't throw that around.
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Posted by “stymesh” on June 07, 2023.
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Same. But keep in mind that in August, if you aren't VIP, your new earnings will be in credits.
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Posted by “Vorvolaka” on June 07, 2023.
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Okay that's good. My biggest fear was losing what I've already earned. Credits are pretty much useless to me at this point in time so that building balance is important if I want to even attempt to pay a VIP subscription in the near future.
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From how I understand it the remaining money will still be there in your account. If it's less than $50 you can't withdraw it unless you get VIP to accumulate more money then you can request payout. If it's less than $50 and you're not planning to get VIP, they are suggesting to just convert it to credits. But this should be done in July only. Hope it helps.
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Posted by “Vorvolaka” on June 07, 2023.
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I'd like to hear it from them and I'm sure a lot of others would too. That also doesn't fully answer my question, though I appreciate you replying. I should have worded it differently.
Is the switch from money currently in my earnings to credits going to be automatic or are those earnings forfeit if not requested to be switched within that one month time?
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Posted by “DOLLB4BY” on June 07, 2023.
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nothing is Final
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 07, 2023.
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I know this. I'm not asking Rigs to link my accounts.
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Posted by “Incorruptus” on June 07, 2023.
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The linking proces is done by the Earn Money team. RigsK put me throught to them is all. When the are set up to link accounts, the proces will start and the customer will be messaged when this is ready. So with or without RigsK you can request to link account now. Throught ticketing it-creator-earn money program...etc. Good luck
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 07, 2023.
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I'm so angry and upset, they are making this harder than it needs to be and they are not taking into consideration the fact that many of us rely on our income to live.
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Posted by “HunnyHer” on June 07, 2023.
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@Polystyrene This is what I was also asking about also!! I was HOPING it was only for grandfathered accts that were creating for credits - it wouldnt make any sense to reapply- for tax reasons and everything else....But she did say that our grandfathered accts that we are linking would be provided with VIP for free during July so we could get paid- while they are linking our accts-
This all worries me so much- Idk why we cant just put on our accts with vip- "two grandfathered accts" that we want to link to that to get paid- and just leave AS IS- but have them linked up for vip verification so we can get paid....Im worried sick- and now Rigsk going on vacation til 21st....NOWAY this all gets done in a timely manner.
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 07, 2023.
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It takes MONTHS for people to be approved for the Earn Money program. MONTHS. Please can you reassure me that our applications will be fast tracked. You can't just leave us without income.
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 07, 2023.
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"Yes, your linked accounts will need to reapply for the Earn Money Program."
Excuse me what? We have to go through that process all over again? That is ridiculous. And what are we supposed to do while we wait for our accounts to be approved? Just not get paid? @RigsK this is really not ok.
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Posted by “stymesh” on June 07, 2023.
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Guys this hurts I know. But let's not waste our energy and be more stressed. Whenever there's a new announcement, we should know by now that what IMVU decides on is FINAL. All that we can do is bargain a little. The deadline is fast approaching. I suggest lets focus on what to do next. All of us will get losses in this transition. But if you can hang in there a little bit maybe we can get through this. You can cancel your VIP anytime if you didn't like it. I just want you to know that those who will destroy their products, you will only be wasting time, because this had happened before and IMVU just revert it all back with just one click. Plus think of your customers and your fans that purchased from you because they trusted your design, why disappoint them, they are innocent. Also would you be returning the money they paid for?
There's only two options right now: get VIP or not get VIP.
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Posted by “HunnyHer” on June 07, 2023.
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@RigsK
Can you confirm something about this -
Grandfathered accounts that are grouped with a VIP account, will need to apply for the Earn Money Program within 30 after being grouped. If they do not, they will lose their Earn Money status.
Does this mean grandfathered creators that are NOT already earning money - can link but they need to apply for earn money-
If the grandfathered acct that we are linking to an acct with VIP already is in Earn Money do they need to reapply? All 10 of my accts are already in Earn Money Program.
Also - we can "link" but we dont have to funnel right? I would like to just keep my accts all on their own- but use the VIP to qualify for my payouts. I realize I will need one VIP acct for just 3- so I will need 4 VIP subscriptions which is fine.
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Posted by “stymesh” on June 07, 2023.
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This question should stop already, they will never answer it. They do this because they wanted to and they can. Stop wasting your energy.
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.
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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 “Vorvolaka” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]I don't like the idea either. I'm hoping still that they make a separate VIP tier exclusively for creators that isn't $10 a month. Or like others have said making sure the annual VIP discount is buyable for everyone.
Also yeah, no one here is impersonating staff? I admire your conviction but please don't throw that around.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “stymesh” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]Same. But keep in mind that in August, if you aren't VIP, your new earnings will be in credits.
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Posted by “Vorvolaka” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]Okay that's good. My biggest fear was losing what I've already earned. Credits are pretty much useless to me at this point in time so that building balance is important if I want to even attempt to pay a VIP subscription in the near future.
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Posted by “stymesh” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]From how I understand it the remaining money will still be there in your account. If it's less than $50 you can't withdraw it unless you get VIP to accumulate more money then you can request payout. If it's less than $50 and you're not planning to get VIP, they are suggesting to just convert it to credits. But this should be done in July only. Hope it helps.
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Posted by “Vorvolaka” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]I'd like to hear it from them and I'm sure a lot of others would too. That also doesn't fully answer my question, though I appreciate you replying. I should have worded it differently.
Is the switch from money currently in my earnings to credits going to be automatic or are those earnings forfeit if not requested to be switched within that one month time?
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Posted by “DOLLB4BY” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]nothing is Final
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]I know this. I'm not asking Rigs to link my accounts.
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Posted by “Incorruptus” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]The linking proces is done by the Earn Money team. RigsK put me throught to them is all. When the are set up to link accounts, the proces will start and the customer will be messaged when this is ready. So with or without RigsK you can request to link account now. Throught ticketing it-creator-earn money program...etc. Good luck
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]I'm so angry and upset, they are making this harder than it needs to be and they are not taking into consideration the fact that many of us rely on our income to live.
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Posted by “HunnyHer” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]@Polystyrene This is what I was also asking about also!! I was HOPING it was only for grandfathered accts that were creating for credits - it wouldnt make any sense to reapply- for tax reasons and everything else....But she did say that our grandfathered accts that we are linking would be provided with VIP for free during July so we could get paid- while they are linking our accts-
This all worries me so much- Idk why we cant just put on our accts with vip- "two grandfathered accts" that we want to link to that to get paid- and just leave AS IS- but have them linked up for vip verification so we can get paid....Im worried sick- and now Rigsk going on vacation til 21st....NOWAY this all gets done in a timely manner.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]It takes MONTHS for people to be approved for the Earn Money program. MONTHS. Please can you reassure me that our applications will be fast tracked. You can't just leave us without income.
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Posted by “Polystyrene” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]"Yes, your linked accounts will need to reapply for the Earn Money Program."
Excuse me what? We have to go through that process all over again? That is ridiculous. And what are we supposed to do while we wait for our accounts to be approved? Just not get paid? @RigsK this is really not ok.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “stymesh” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]Guys this hurts I know. But let's not waste our energy and be more stressed. Whenever there's a new announcement, we should know by now that what IMVU decides on is FINAL. All that we can do is bargain a little. The deadline is fast approaching. I suggest lets focus on what to do next. All of us will get losses in this transition. But if you can hang in there a little bit maybe we can get through this. You can cancel your VIP anytime if you didn't like it. I just want you to know that those who will destroy their products, you will only be wasting time, because this had happened before and IMVU just revert it all back with just one click. Plus think of your customers and your fans that purchased from you because they trusted your design, why disappoint them, they are innocent. Also would you be returning the money they paid for?
There's only two options right now: get VIP or not get VIP.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “HunnyHer” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]@RigsK
Can you confirm something about this -
Does this mean grandfathered creators that are NOT already earning money - can link but they need to apply for earn money-
If the grandfathered acct that we are linking to an acct with VIP already is in Earn Money do they need to reapply? All 10 of my accts are already in Earn Money Program.
Also - we can "link" but we dont have to funnel right? I would like to just keep my accts all on their own- but use the VIP to qualify for my payouts. I realize I will need one VIP acct for just 3- so I will need 4 VIP subscriptions which is fine.
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Community posted 6 months ago Admin
Posted by “stymesh” on June 07, 2023.
[Archived]This question should stop already, they will never answer it. They do this because they wanted to and they can. Stop wasting your energy.
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.
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