Guides to agency commission, contracts and tax
The short answer
Before you sign with any agency, know three things in writing: the commission and whether it is worked out on gross or net earnings, how long the agreement runs and how to leave, and that payouts come straight to you. UK creators also need to understand when HMRC expects them to register for Self Assessment.
These guides explain the money side of working with an agency in plain English, with worked examples using made-up round numbers. They are general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.
Written by the Pout Marketing Team. Last checked: .
The complete guide to OnlyFans and Fansly management agencies
What agencies do, how they are paid, what to check in the contract and how to compare them fairly.
Money and contracts guides
-
How much do OnlyFans agencies take? Commission explained
Platform fees, gross versus net, and what a commission should actually buy you. 7 minute read -
OnlyFans agency contract checklist
The clauses to read carefully before you sign, and the ones that should make you stop. 7 minute read -
OnlyFans tax in the UK: a plain-English guide
When to register, what you can claim and the deadlines, with links to HMRC. 7 minute read -
How to leave an OnlyFans agency safely
Can I leave an OnlyFans agency? Usually yes, by giving notice. Here is how to do it safely. 7 minute read -
Gross vs net commission explained
The same rate on gross or net can leave you with very different amounts. Here is how to check. 6 minute read
Related pages
Related services
Free profile review
Your page, reviewed. Free.
Want to see how a commission would look against your own page? Ask in your enquiry and we will explain it in writing before anything is signed.
A free profile review and growth plan with every application, whether or not we work together.
- What is already working on your page
- What is holding it back
- A starter growth plan for your niche
Starts with a one-minute enquiry. No commitment either way.
-
Profile
Example score: 6 out of 10
-
Traffic
Example score: 5 out of 10
-
Content
Example score: 7 out of 10
-
Pricing
Example score: 4 out of 10
Next 30 days
Starter plan
Three priorities, in order
Built for top earners. Open to whoever is next.
Start with a free profile review
A free profile review and growth plan with every application, whether or not we work together. It starts with a one-minute enquiry: your name, where you are based and a profile picture. Add the full application straight after, or later.
In your free review
- What is already working on your page
- What is holding it back
- A starter growth plan for your niche
Prefer to read the paperwork first? See how our agreement works