Start earning on Hidden
Last updated 7 August 2026
Three things have to be in place before money can reach you: verified identity, matching bank details, and your tax information. Missing any one of them is the usual reason earnings sit there and will not move.
What you need
| 1 | Verified identity Complete the creator application and full identity verification through Yoti. Nothing publishes and nothing pays out until this is done. |
| 2 | Bank details that match The account has to be in the same name as your verified identity. A partner's account or a business account in another name will not pass. |
| 3 | Your tax information US creators complete a W-9. Creators in the EU submit DAC7 information. Payouts do not run without it. |
Then how it works
You keep 82% of everything you earn, from subscriptions, paid posts, paid messages, and tips. Earnings sit in your pending balance for 5 business days, then become available to withdraw.
When you want the money, request a payout from your Statements page. There is no automatic schedule, so it goes when you ask for it.
Common questions
+How long until I can earn anything?
Once verification is complete you can publish and start earning immediately. Verification itself is usually quick unless a document needs a closer look.
+Do I need tax information before I can post?
You can post and earn without it, but you cannot withdraw. Doing it early avoids a balance you cannot touch.
+What if I am not in the US or EU?
Requirements depend on where you live. Check your Banking page, and get in touch if it is not clear what applies to you.
+Can someone else be paid on my behalf?
No. The bank account has to be yours and in your name. This is a legal requirement rather than a preference.
Related
How to create your Creator account
How much of my earnings do I keep?
Stuck getting verified? Contact support and tell us which stage you reached.
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How payouts appear on your bank statement
How much of my earnings do I keep?
Request a payout
Cancel a payout request
My payment has been processed. Where is it?
Payouts and Balances
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