{"id":3042,"date":"2025-08-16T07:09:13","date_gmt":"2025-08-16T07:09:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fanso.io\/blog\/?p=3042"},"modified":"2025-08-16T07:24:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-16T07:24:42","slug":"top-legal-mistakes-new-creator-platforms-make","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fanso.io\/blog\/top-legal-mistakes-new-creator-platforms-make\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Top Legal Mistakes New Creator Platforms Make"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fanso.io\/blog\/what-makes-a-good-creator-platform\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building a creator platform<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an extensive process. From the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">aha<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> business idea to actually kickstarting the development, it needs a lot of work. While most entrepreneurs concentrate on the product, the legal side is often an afterthought.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neglecting legal compliance often leaves entrepreneurs in lawsuits or causes problems raising funding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fanso.io\/blog\/legal-considerations-for-running-a-subscription-based-business\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">navigating the legal landscape<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is often challenging. The laws and regulations change across borders and diverse regions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this blog, we explore the most common legal mistakes new creator platforms make. If you\u2019re building a creator platform or planning to build one, this guide will help you!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, let\u2019s navigate through the legal mistakes to avoid while setting up your creator platform!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>9 Common Legal Mistakes New Creator Platforms Make<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re starting a creator platform, legal mistakes can trip you up. Navigating the legal landscape is challenging. To make it more complex, the legal procedures and compliance vary across states and countries.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From regulatory compliance to tax implications, creator platforms endure different legal battles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the common legal mistakes that creator platforms make:<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3043\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3043\" style=\"width: 569px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-3043\" src=\"https:\/\/fanso.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/9-Top-Legal-Mistakes-New-Creator-Platforms-Make.png\" alt=\"9 Top Legal Mistakes New Creator Platforms Make\u00a0\" width=\"579\" height=\"326\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3043\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">9 Top Legal Mistakes New Creator Platforms Make<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Mistake 1: Not Setting Up a Business Entity<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most common mistakes creator platforms make is setting up a business without a proper business structure.\u00a0 A solid business structure, such as a sole proprietorship, LLC, or corporation, offers protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Why is it important?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the right business entity influences different aspects of your business. From registration to profits and legal protection, it defines your growth narrative!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a formal entity, you can draw a clear boundary between business and personal assets. That\u2019s called <\/span><b>liability protection.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you choose LLC for your creator platform, it\u2019s like a shield of armour. Suppose your business faces a lawsuit, you don\u2019t need to compromise your personal assets. But if you choose to be a sole proprietor, there\u2019s no clear barrier between personal and business income.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another winning edge is <\/span><b>tax flexibility.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> LLCs are known as \u201cpass-through entities\u201d\u00a0 and save platforms from double taxation. If you choose to be an LLC, you choose how to be taxed. Either as a single-member LLC or corporation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Credibility and transfer of ownership<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are other upsides of having a proper business entity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">How to avoid it?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure your business structure aligns with the platform&#8217;s goals and objectives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider factors like taxes, liability protection, compliance, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick the right business structure from the start for a successful stride<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seek legal advice before setting up your business<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Mistake 2: Neglecting Creator Agreements<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People often misunderstand TOS with creator agreements. But, both contracts are different.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While terms of service are for all the users, creator agreements are especially for creators. The audience, scope, and purpose of both the legal contracts vary. So, plan to draft both the contracts. Cover the general terms in the TOS and keep the complex ones for creator agreements.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Why is it important?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creator agreements are non-negotiable. After all, landing in an unprecedented dispute is the last thing you would ever want! This can negatively impact the creator\u2019s working relationship with the platform.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A creator agreement clearly outlines the duties and responsibilities of both parties.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essentially, it covers the following aspects:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ownership and IPR<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payment Terms or Revenue Splits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duration Agreement<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Termination clauses\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Content guidelines and licensing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">How to avoid it?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a standard creator agreement to avoid ambiguity and legal risk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add the creator agreement for onboarding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure your agreement is jargon-free and easy to understand<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designate a dedicated team for creator agreement compliance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Mistake 3: Ignoring Regulatory Compliance with Data Protection Laws (GDPR, CCPA)<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creator platforms host valuable consumer data. And the privacy and security of your data are pivotal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Platforms often <\/span><b>collect data without proper user consent.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Data protection laws like GDPR and CCPA cover aspects like data collection, minimization, and consumer rights awareness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Why is it important?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><b>GDPR law<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is applicable to <\/span><b>businesses and those providing services in the EU<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Another essential privacy law is the <\/span><b>CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It includes the right to <\/span><b>know what data is collected, how it\u2019s used, opt-out and modification rights.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To sum up, here\u2019s <\/span><b>why adhering to data protection laws is important<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build trust and credibility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventing data breaches and misuse<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More control and ownership over personal data<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy cancellations and refunds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevents subscription fraud and attacks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-adherence can lead to lawsuits, platform takedowns and loss of credibility<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>How to avoid it?<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Identify the data protection laws <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and regulations applicable to your region<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Add age gates and parental controls <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to your platform design<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Create a clear Terms of Service (TOS)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, privacy policy, and creator agreement<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Review your platform <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and perform an audit on a regular basis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Train internal teams and creators<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the compliance policies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Mistake 4: Defining Generic or Weak TOS or Privacy Policy<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your terms of service are not a mere set of rules and regulations for legal adherence. It\u2018s your failsafe proof \u2014 that protects your business, defines monetization and user rights.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is it important?<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses often use generic or outdated terms of service. This<\/span><b> doesn\u2019t even align with the platform-specific features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Moreover, it confuses the users and creates a vague picture of how they must act in a specific situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A poor TOS can also<\/span><b> lead to non-compliance with regulations.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> That said, the data protection laws vary across different countries and regions. So, you can\u2019t just blindly mimic someone else\u2019s TOS or privacy policy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A clear grasp of your audience is essential to crafting a TOS that resonates with them. Besides, it ensures you don\u2019t force non-essential terms.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you clearly list out all important terms in the TOS, you<\/span><b> minimize user disputes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>How to avoid it?<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Draft a customized TOS and privacy policy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> based on your business needs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Include age restrictions and clickwrap agreements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> involving user consent<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clearly define what\u2019s allowed and what\u2019s not allowed <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on the platform<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Include who owns the content<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and what content is prohibited on your platform<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cover all the aspects of payment <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in the TOS (schedule, thresholds, and methods)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Link your TOS to the creator agreement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and payment policy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>State the termination clause <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">where the platform or user can cease the agreement<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Mistake 5: Ignoring Content Moderation<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a platform owner, it\u2019s essential to build a safe and positive environment for users. Creator platforms often host restrictive content involving violence, hate speech, or illegal activities. Such harmful content is often <\/span><b>inappropriate for minors and causes a negative impact.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, while exercising freedom of expression, you shouldn\u2019t violate community guidelines. Content moderation is all about <\/span><b>balancing freedom of expression with appropriate content. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Text, images, and video content often need to be moderated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are<\/span><b> different videos that might need content moderation:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Videos involving <\/span><b>fights, violence, or hate speech<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photos or videos involving <\/span><b>explicit or adult content inappropriate for all ages<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Images or videos including <\/span><b>copyrighted content<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rely on human-moderated + automated moderation to yield better results.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Why is it important?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><b>Content moderation is crucial for creator platforms<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the following reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protect users from harmful, illegal, or violent content<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comply with regulations involving DMCA, hate speech laws, and child safety laws<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To build trust and credibility around your brand<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve your content quality and drive traffic<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>How to avoid it?<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Allow users to flag or report offensive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, infringed, and impersonated content.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Create a prohibited content list<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> including nudity, hate speech, violence and illegal use<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Define a robust appeal process <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for moderated content decisions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build a compliant tracking system where users can raise complaints\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Establish a clear content guideline policy <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for fair evaluation of content<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3044\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3044\" style=\"width: 520px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-3044\" src=\"https:\/\/fanso.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Patreon-Community-Guidenlines.png\" alt=\"Patreon Community Guidelines\" width=\"530\" height=\"341\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3044\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Patreon Community Guidelines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Mistake 6: Not Assigning Intellectual Property and Trademark Protection<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><b>IP ownership<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the concerning issues for the creator platform. From joint ownership disputes for content collaboration to unauthorized content access, these disputes demand content ownership.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>In creator platforms, typically, creators own their content.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> And platform policies often define ownership and licensing terms of user content. This nips legal disputes in the bud and also ensures legal compliance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your brand identity is built on your names, logos, and taglines. So,<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while you spend hours designing your brand logo, your competitors flaunt a similar design on their website. And the worst thing is you cannot do anything about it!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s when IP ownership helps.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another aspect to consider here is <\/span><b>licensing any third-party content.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This could be open-source libraries, external APIs, or stock images or fonts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Why is it important?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><b>IP ownership and trademark protection are crucial<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for businesses because:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protects your original platform content from unauthorized use<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trademark protection, like licensing, drives revenue inflow<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective defense against infringement and makes takedowns easier<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contributes to overall business value and growth<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">How to avoid it?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a quick guide on how to protect your platform content:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Content<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>IP\/ Trademark Protection<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Videos, images, text<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copyright<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brand name &amp; logo<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trademark<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UI\/UX Design<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copyright<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tagline<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trademark<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guides, tutorials, emails<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copyright<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, mention <\/span><b>IP ownership clearly in the creator agreement or TOS policy.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Include the DMCA process and possible consequences of IP infringement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Mistake 7: Non-compliance with Financial Regulations<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re creating a music marketplace or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fanso.io\/blog\/how-to-build-a-celebrity-app-like-cameo\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">celebrity video shoutout platform<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, convenient payments are important.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact,<\/span><b> payment compliance<\/b> <b>is one of the essential aspects for a creator-friendly platform<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Your platform might monetize from subscriptions, digital products, or courses, you need a streamlined payment process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the years, payment compliance has become essential and digital payments have made it non-negotiable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/stripe.com\/in\"><b>Stripe<\/b><\/a><b>, <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/\"><b>PayPal<\/b><\/a><b>, and<\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/authorize.net\"> <b>Authorize.Net<\/b><\/a><b> are popular PSS-DSS-compliant payment processors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Why is it important?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compliance matters for the following reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protect sensitive customer data<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent fraud and identity theft<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adhere to global and regional regulations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid hefty penalties and operational disruptions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build trust and credibility for your brand<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">How to avoid it?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Use a secure payment processor <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">like Stripe Connect, PayPal, MangoPay, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Know the compliance requirements <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">specific to your region<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Implement solid KYC\/AML checks <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to verify creators<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Automate W-9 and W-8 collection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your platform<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Use multi-currency payouts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through a trusted payment processor<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Include payment terms, refund policies, and chargeback policies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in legal policies<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Leverage tools like Address verification (AVS) and 3D Secure\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Mistake 8: Overlooking Age Verification Software<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, it\u2019s more critical than ever to verify your user\u2019s age, given the rise in harmful and illegal content.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine a creator platform without a proper age verification system. <\/span><\/i><b><i>Underage users can easily bypass the verification and access the platform.<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is especially important for adult platforms or platforms with explicit content.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ondato.com\/\"><b>Ondato<\/b><\/a><b>, <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jumio.com\/\"><b>Jumio<\/b><\/a><b>, <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/sumsub.com\/\"><b>Sumsub<\/b><\/a><b>, and <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriff.com\/\"><b>Veriff<\/b><\/a><b> are popular <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/fanso.io\/blog\/identity-verification-software\/\"><b>identity verification softwares<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These softwares either verify users with document verification, biometric checks, or AI-powered age estimation. Some platforms even include multi-layered verification for a more robust security system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another important concern here is the <\/span><b>ethical aspect.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Age verification software<\/span><b> often collects sensitive information.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some essential details are government ID, face scans, address, date of birth, etc. So, there\u2019s always a concern about whether the privacy of the information is compromised.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Why is it important?<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of age verification software include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prioritize creator\u2019s privacy and security\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compliance with global privacy regulations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevent minors or underage users from accessing inappropriate content<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build trust and credibility around your creator platform<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce identity theft and fraud on your platform<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">How to avoid it?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are few age verification <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best practices<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can follow:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Choose a third-party age verification system<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that\u2019s SOC2-certified<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Include multi-layered verification: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">age-gates, ID or selfie check, third-party checks<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Implement fraud detection <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">like liveliness check or facial recognition<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Prioritize easy and seamless workflows<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Ensure your system adheres with global privacy regulations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like COPPA, GDPR<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Mistake 9: Improperly Classifying Creators as Independent Contractors vs. Employees<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most common pitfalls of creator platforms is <\/span><b>classifying creators as contractors instead of employees.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> However, the decision depends on factors like control, schedule, payment and other benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/businesses\/small-businesses-self-employed\/independent-contractor-self-employed-or-employee\"><b>IRS<\/b><\/a><b> and <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dol.gov\/agencies\/whd\/flsa\/misclassification\/rulemaking\"><b>U.S. Department of Labor<\/b><\/a><b> has strict laws on employee classification.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> And there are scenarios where creators work as employees for platforms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most important aspect is the <\/span><b>degree of behavioral control of the platform over the creator<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you dictate the work dynamics, then you must classify them as employees. This involves things like how to work, when to work, and what kind of content creators make.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Why is it important?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Misclassifications costs you the following risks:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra payment for overtime, projects, and other benefits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penalties for withholding the remuneration taxes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lawsuits filed by creators<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">How to avoid it?<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Assess classification based on exclusivity,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> control, payment, flexibility, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Allow creators decide the content and when to post;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> avoid dictating schedules or operation method<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pay based on performance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">; avoid weekly\u00a0 or hourly wages<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Comply with local laws,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as AB5 law in California to avoid lawsuits<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Wrapping Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up a creator platform requires several administrative procedures for ensuring a proper legal structure. From registering your business to meeting the tax requirements, there\u2019s a lot that needs to be done.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to include essential terms like ownership, payment, termination clauses in the creator agreement and TOS. Research the global and local regulations to avoid any legal repercussions. If you exercise behavioural control over creators, then hire them as employees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By incorporating above-mentioned legal steps, you can set up a strong legal foundation for your business!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">FAQ-Related to Top Legal Mistakes New Creator Platforms Make<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">1. What are the most common legal mistakes creator platforms make?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are the common legal mistakes creator platforms make:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not choosing the right business entity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neglecting creator agreements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ignoring regulatory compliance with data protection laws<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Defining a weak or generic TOS\/privacy policy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not assigning IP ownership and trademark protection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-compliance with Financial Regulations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overlooking age verification software<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improperly classifying independent contractors and employees<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #000080;\">2. How do creator platforms handle content moderation?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Content moderation needs three essential aspects: technology, human intervention, and community guidelines. Scrutinize for restrictive content, involving violence, nudity, illegal substances. Also, assess the copyright ownership of the content.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>3. What to include in the creator agreement?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IP ownership clauses, revenue-sharing terms, content takedown process, usage and termination guidelines are the key terms for creator agreements<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>4. How do terms of service and creator agreements differ?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While TOS covers the terms and conditions for all users, creator agreements are specific to creators. 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