Glossary
OnlyFans glossary.
The terms you hear most in the creator world, explained without the jargon.
Last updated: 2026-10-29 · 2 min read
Agency or OFM
OFM stands for OnlyFans Management. It's an agency that manages creator accounts in exchange for a commission. See what a manager does.
Chatter
Someone who replies to fans on the creator's behalf, in her style and within her limits. See what a chatter is.
PPV
Pay-per-view: content fans unlock by paying. See what PPV is.
Mass DM
A message sent to all subscribers or a group.
Custom
Personalized content a fan requests and pays for separately.
Tip
A voluntary payment from a fan to the creator.
Pending balance
Earnings you can't withdraw yet because they're in a holding period. See how to get paid.
Geoblocking
Blocking your profile in countries or regions so you can't be seen from there. See OnlyFans without showing your face.
DMCA
A formal notice asking a site to remove your content posted without permission. See how to protect your content.
Retention
Subscribers renewing month after month. One of the most important metrics.
Link in bio
An intermediate page on your socials that leads to your profile without naming the platform explicitly.
Subscription tiers
Plans with different prices and content, typical of Fansly. See what Fansly is.
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