📢 Feature Request: Native Creator Membership System (With NSFW Support)

Hi Civitai Team,

I'd like to request the addition of a native membership system on Civitai — something similar to Patreon or YouTube Memberships — that would allow creators to monetize their work directly on the platform.

🧩 Why This Feature Matters

Many creators on Civitai, especially those in the NSFW or artistic niche, rely on third-party platforms like Patreon, Ko-fi, or Gumroad to monetize their models, art, and LoRAs. However, these platforms often limit or outright restrict adult content, making them unreliable for long-term use.

By introducing a Civitai-native membership system, creators could:

• Offer exclusive content, early access, or bonus downloads.

• Build a more engaged supporter base without redirecting users off-site.

• Avoid the risks and restrictions of external platforms that frequently change their policies around NSFW content.

🔐 NSFW Monetization is Hard Elsewhere

Other platforms — even ones designed for creators — have become increasingly hostile toward adult content:

• Patreon enforces vague rules on what qualifies as “artistic” nudity.

• YouTube demonetizes adult or even suggestive content.

• Payment processors frequently cause creators to lose income overnight due to unclear TOS violations.

Civitai already supports NSFW content responsibly, so building a monetization layer with clear rules and protections could make the platform a true home for adult AI artists.

✅ Suggested Features

Here are a few ideas for how the system could work:

• Custom Membership Tiers: Monthly plans with configurable perks (downloads, messages, previews, etc.)

• Exclusive Content Locking: Restrict models, images, or posts to members only.

• Early Access Toggle: Allow members to get new uploads before the public.

• Discord Role Syncing: Auto-assign server roles to paid members.

• Support Badges: Visible indicators of supporters in comments/profiles.

• Creator Analytics: Track revenue, retention, and member activity.

🧠 Optional Extras

• Gifting memberships

• Creator storefronts

• Polls or voting tools for members

🙏 Why It Helps Civitai Too

• Encourages creators to stay and grow on Civitai instead of splitting focus across platforms.

• Adds a new monetization channel for the platform.

• Boosts community engagement through direct creator support.

Thanks for considering this! I think this would be a major step forward for creator sustainability, especially for those of us working in NSFW or niche art styles. I’d be happy to elaborate or help test if this ever goes into development.

Best regards,
A grateful creator and supporter