Everything you need to understand federal record-keeping requirements for adult content production.
Straight answers to the questions solo creators actually ask about 18 U.S.C. § 2257: do you need records, doesn't the platform handle it, what does a COR service cost, and how to choose one. No marketing puffery.
The TAKE IT DOWN Act (2025) imposes a 48-hour federal removal SLA for non-consensual intimate imagery on every platform and producer in the U.S. Here's exactly what compliance looks like and how to operationalize it.
Evaluating Easy2257 against SnapSign for adult content 2257 compliance. What Easy2257 includes, the questions every buyer should ask, and how to compare on the requirements that actually matter under federal law and AN 5196 / VIRP.
Comparing Easy2257 with Olys.ai for adult content 2257 compliance. What Easy2257 includes, the right questions to ask any 2257 vendor, and how to evaluate on federal record-keeping plus AN 5196 / VIRP requirements.
Comparing Easy2257 with Sirency for adult content 2257 compliance. What Easy2257 includes, the right questions to ask any 2257 vendor, and how to evaluate the choice on federal records plus AN 5196 / VIRP.
Clips4Sale is one of the oldest adult clip platforms — and one of the strictest on compliance documentation. Here's what producers and individual sellers actually owe under 18 U.S.C. § 2257, plus the AN 5196 and VIRP additions for 2026.
The exact records and site statement 18 U.S.C. § 2257 requires, the signed release the card networks add on top, plus the 7-year retention rule, Custodian of Records, and a plain-English checklist for producers and solo creators.
Mastercard AN 5196 and Visa VIRP add three requirements on top of 2257: performer-signed model releases, a depicted-person removal portal with strict SLA deadlines, and monthly acquirer reports. Here's what every producer who accepts card payments needs to know.
We built Easy2257 because creators deserve real compliance at a fair price. Here's how our plans compare to the industry — and why we price Solo Creator at just $10/month ($120/year).
Solo content creators need 2257 compliance too. Today we're launching the Solo Creator Plan at $10/month with full COR service, a compliance dashboard, and content logging.
A 2257 inspection is one of the most stressful events an adult content producer can face. Here's exactly what happens, who shows up, what they ask for, and how to be ready.
AI is transforming adult content production. Here's how 2257 record-keeping applies to AI-generated, AI-enhanced, and deepfake content - and what producers should do right now to stay compliant.
Sell clips on ManyVids, Clips4Sale, or IWantClips? If your content features other performers, you need your own 2257 records. Here's exactly what clip site sellers need to know.
If you produce collaborative content on OnlyFans with other performers, you likely need your own 2257 records. Here's what the law requires.
Step-by-step guide to designating a Custodian of Records for your 2257 compliance. Self-manage, hire, or use a COR service.