Ten Tips for Those Wanting to Enter Online Sex Work Anonymously

ever since the pandemic, the rise of online sex work gave way to sites like Patreon, OnlyFans, and Fansly. suddenly, anyone could simply start an account, post explicit content, and get paid. it was a good way to help those who lost their jobs during the pandemic, and now, five years later, the market has become so saturated that you probably know at least one person who is on one of those sites.

If you're visiting this page, that indicates you have an interest in sex work or are contemplating giving it a try. If that's the case, you've come to the right spot, especially if you want to know how to participate anonymously without disclosing your identity. although the work is challenging, and there's no assurance of earning money, with the tips provided, you'll at least have enough information to get started. let's go!

Ten Ways to Safeguard Your Identity in Online Sex Work

1.) Risk vs. Reward

if you're contemplating online sex work, first think long and hard why you want to do it. is it because you want to make quick cash? because you want to connect with your body? because you like modeling and taking beautiful photos? whatever your reason, ask yourself if the risk of engaging in sex work is worth the rewards. as stated earlier, not only is the work demanding, but because the market is so over-saturated, you're not guaranteed to make any money. remember - once you post something on the internet, it's on the internet forever. engaging in this type of work could cost you friends, family, or your job. are you willing to take those risks?

2.) Create a Pseudonym

if you find you still want to participate in online sex work, create a pseudonym for yourself. if protecting your identity is of utmost importance, then do not attach your real name to any part of your sex work. this goes for any social media or emails you use as well.

3.) Comfort and Boundaries

once you have a name for yourself, think about what content you want to create. do you want to post softcore material (i.e. lingerie photos) or hardcore material (i.e. full nudes)? what parts of your body are you comfortable exposing? are you willing to interact with the people who buy your content? it's important to create your own personal boundaries before starting, because once you start making money, you'll find yourself wanting to push them. your mind will start saying things like, "if I can make $50 selling lingerie photos, I can probably make twice as much selling nudes." if you're comfortable with that, great! but if you find yourself going against your own personal values, take a step back. if protecting your identity and well-being is important to you, maybe taking the nudes isn't actually worth the extra $50.

4.) Find Your Niche

since you're not going to be showing your face, you may have to work a little harder at building an audience. try to find a niche you can fit into. maybe you're a gamer girl or bigger bodied or you're a MILF. if there's something unique or special about you, lean into it. I promise you there is a market out there for everything.

5.) Presentation

now that you've decided what content to post, think about how you want to hide your face. some people simply crop their face out of their content. others wear masks. cropping is the easier solution, but wearing masks often allows you to get playful and creative with your photoshoots and videos.

6.) Identifying Information

hiding your face is just one part of protecting your identity. if you're serious about remaining anonymous, you must also hide any identifying information like tattoos, birthmarks, and scars.

7.) Your Environment

if you want an extra added layer of protection, make sure to hide anything in the background of your content that may expose your identity. consider filming content in front of a blank wall or hanging a blanket or curtain behind you.

8.) Social Media

create alternate social media accounts for your content. again, do not attach your real name to these accounts, and remember, if you use the same email for multiple accounts, your sex worker accounts may be recommended to people you know in real life. create an entirely separate email for any social media you use.

9.) Taxes, Bank Statements, and Privacy

keep in mind that when you sign up for sites like OnlyFans, you'll be required to verify your identity with your ID. if you purchase anything from these sites, this info will obviously show up on your bank statements. if you make over a certain amount of money on these sites, you'll be required to pay taxes and you'll be sent a 1099 in the mail. any of this could potentially expose your identity, so proceed with caution.

10.) Theft of Content

one of the downsides to online sex work is the theft of your content. if you're lucky and make it big, it's pretty much guaranteed your content will be taken by others and uploaded elsewhere. not only does this jeopardize your earnings, but you lose control of your content. the less control you have of your content, the more chances your identity could be exposed.

after all is said and done, if you still decide you want to enter online sex work, make sure to check in with yourself regularly about the work you're doing. if at any time you feel icky or have anxiety over your identity being exposed, do not be afraid to pull the plug!

have any questions? feel free to drop them in the comments. see you out there!