Compliance Resources

2257 Compliance Guides

Everything you need to understand federal record-keeping requirements for adult content production.

Card Network ComplianceMay 18, 202611 min read

Visa Integrity Risk Program (VIRP): Complete 2026 Guide for Adult Producers

Visa's Integrity Risk Program (VIRP) sets the compliance ceiling for every adult content merchant on Visa rails. Here's what VIRP requires in 2026 — model releases, removal portal, monthly reporting, 48-hour SLAs — and how to satisfy it.

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Card Network ComplianceMay 18, 202610 min read

Mastercard AN 5196: Complete 2026 Compliance Guide for Adult Content Merchants

Mastercard's AN 5196 sets the documentation requirements every adult content merchant must meet on Mastercard rails. Here's exactly what AN 5196 demands in 2026 — and what happens when an acquirer can't verify your compliance.

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Federal ComplianceMay 18, 202610 min read

TAKE IT DOWN Act Compliance Guide for Adult Producers and Platforms (2026)

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.

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ComparisonMay 18, 20268 min read

Easy2257 vs SnapSign: How to Compare 2257 Compliance Platforms (2026)

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.

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ComparisonMay 18, 20268 min read

Easy2257 vs Olys.ai: How to Compare 2257 Compliance Platforms (2026)

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.

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ComparisonMay 18, 20268 min read

Easy2257 vs Sirency: How to Compare 2257 Compliance Platforms (2026)

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.

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Compliance GuideMay 18, 202610 min read

Fansly 2257 Compliance Requirements for Creators (2026 Guide)

Fansly creators producing explicit content are primary producers under 18 U.S.C. § 2257. Here's what records you owe, what Fansly's processor environment means for you, and how AN 5196 and VIRP apply to your earnings.

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Compliance GuideMay 18, 202610 min read

ManyVids 2257 Compliance Requirements for Clip Sellers (2026 Guide)

ManyVids handles its own platform 2257 obligations, but every seller producing explicit content is a primary producer with personal record-keeping obligations under 18 U.S.C. § 2257. Here's what you owe — and what AN 5196 added in 2026.

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Compliance GuideMay 18, 202610 min read

Clips4Sale 2257 Compliance Requirements for Studios and Sellers (2026 Guide)

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.

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Compliance GuideMay 18, 20269 min read

iWantClips 2257 Compliance Requirements for Sellers (2026 Guide)

iWantClips runs age verification at the platform level — but every seller producing explicit content carries personal 2257 obligations under federal law. Here's what records you owe and how AN 5196 and VIRP apply.

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Compliance GuideMay 18, 20269 min read

Loyalfans 2257 Compliance Requirements for Creators (2026 Guide)

Loyalfans creators are primary producers under 18 U.S.C. § 2257 regardless of what the platform handles. Here's the record-keeping obligation you actually carry, plus AN 5196 and VIRP requirements for 2026.

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Compliance GuideMay 18, 202612 min read

OnlyFans 2257 Compliance Requirements for Creators (2026 Guide)

Every OnlyFans creator producing explicit content is a primary producer under 18 U.S.C. § 2257. Here are the exact records, Custodian of Records obligations, and AN 5196 / VIRP requirements you carry — separate from OnlyFans' own compliance.

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Compliance GuideMay 18, 202616 min read

2257 Compliance in 2026: Records, Custodian of Records, and Federal Penalties Explained

Complete 2026 guide to 18 U.S.C. § 2257 for adult producers, OnlyFans creators, and clip-site sellers. What records you need, how a Custodian of Records works, and how AN 5196 and VIRP changed the rules.

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Product UpdateApr 23, 20266 min read

Introducing the Easy2257 Partner API: Add 2257 Compliance to Any Platform in a Day

The Easy2257 Partner API lets any adult content platform outsource 2257 compliance — performer ID verification, content logging, and 7-year record retention — with three API calls and a webhook handler. Full developer docs now live at docs.easy2257.com.

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Compliance GuideApr 19, 20268 min read

Mastercard AN 5196 and Visa VIRP: What Adult Content Producers Need to Know

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.

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PricingApr 14, 20263 min read

COVERME: $1/Month Won't Last Forever

The COVERME promo code brings Easy2257's Solo Creator annual plan down to $1/month. It's a limited-time offer — here's what you get and why you shouldn't wait.

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PricingApr 14, 20265 min read

$1/Month vs. $50/Month: What You Actually Get

Some competitors charge $50+ per month for 2257 compliance. Easy2257 charges $1/month on the Solo Creator annual plan. Let's compare what you get for each price — feature by feature.

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Product UpdateApr 5, 20268 min read

Every Federal Requirement. No Exceptions.

Easy2257 now covers every recordkeeping obligation in 28 CFR Part 75 and 18 U.S.C. 2257. Here's exactly what that means for your compliance.

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Product UpdateMar 28, 20264 min read

2257 Compliance Shouldn't Cost More Than Your Rent

We built Easy2257 because creators deserve real compliance at a fair price. Here's how our plans compare to the industry — and why we're offering Solo Creator annual plans for $1/month.

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Product UpdateMar 26, 20263 min read

Introducing the Solo Creator Plan - $9.95/mo

Solo content creators need 2257 compliance too. Today we're launching the Solo Creator Plan at $9.95/month with full COR service, a compliance dashboard, and content logging.

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Compliance GuideMar 12, 20268 min read

What Happens During a 2257 Inspection?

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.

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Compliance GuideMar 12, 202610 min read

2257 and AI-Generated Adult Content: What Producers Need to Know

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.

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Compliance GuideMar 5, 20264 min read

Do I Need to Register with the DOJ for 2257 Compliance?

A common question among adult content producers: do you need to file anything with the Department of Justice to comply with 2257? The short answer is no. Here's why.

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Compliance GuideFeb 25, 202612 min read

2257 Compliance Checklist for Adult Content Producers

A complete, actionable checklist covering every 2257 requirement, from pre-production ID collection to COR designation and content labeling. Print it, use it, stay compliant.

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Creator GuideFeb 25, 20267 min read

2257 Compliance for Clip Site Sellers (ManyVids, Clips4Sale, IWantClips)

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.

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Creator GuideFeb 24, 20266 min read

Do OnlyFans Creators Need 2257 Records?

If you produce collaborative content on OnlyFans with other performers, you likely need your own 2257 records. Here's what the law requires.

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LegalFeb 24, 20265 min read

What Happens If You Don't Comply with 2257?

The penalties for 2257 non-compliance are severe: up to 5 years imprisonment for first offenses. Here's what producers need to know about enforcement.

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How-ToFeb 24, 20267 min read

How to Set Up a Custodian of Records for 2257

Step-by-step guide to designating a Custodian of Records for your 2257 compliance. Self-manage, hire, or use a COR service.

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