Everything you need to understand federal record-keeping requirements for adult content production.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Step-by-step guide to designating a Custodian of Records for your 2257 compliance. Self-manage, hire, or use a COR service.