How to support trans creators the right way

Pay for the content you enjoy, treat creators like the professionals they are, and respect their boundaries. Use the name and pronouns they use, do not ask about their bodies or medical history, and never share their content outside the platform. Tips, renewals and kind messages matter more than you think, especially for smaller creators.

Check their bio, profile and social accounts, where many creators list their pronouns. If they are not listed, follow how the creator refers to themselves, or simply use their name. If you get it wrong, correct yourself briefly and move on, without a long apology. Getting it right is basic respect, not a special favor.

Do not ask about surgeries, hormones, their body before transition, their deadname or their "real" gender. These are private medical and personal matters, and creators get these questions constantly. Asking them often gets you blocked. Talk to them about their content, their interests and what they are posting, the same way you would with any other creator.

Leaked content is stolen. Every view on a leak site takes income away from the creator and rewards the people who pirated their work. Leaks can also expose creators to harassment and outing. If you enjoy someone's content, subscribing costs a few dollars a month. If you come across a leak, you can let the creator know so they can file a takedown.

Most fan platforms let you send a tip on a post, in messages or during a livestream. The creator receives their share, usually 80%, and the platform keeps the rest. Tips are a direct way to show appreciation beyond the subscription. On platforms with discovery, engagement like likes and comments also helps a creator get seen. Find creators to support in our directory of trans creators.

Yes, as long as you ask politely, accept their prices and accept a no. Many creators offer customs, and they set the terms. Be clear about what you want, do not haggle, and do not push for things they have said they do not do. Pay upfront through the platform, not through outside payment apps, so both of you are protected.

Use "trans woman", "trans man" or "nonbinary", or better yet, whatever words the creator uses about themselves. Avoid terms that are widely seen as slurs. "Ladyboy" is a common search term, and many Thai trans women use it for themselves, but do not assume every creator is comfortable with it. When in doubt, follow the creator's lead. Our trends page explains search terms in more detail.

Follow their free socials, like and share posts where they allow it, and recommend them to friends who would enjoy their work. Report leak sites and impersonator accounts to the platform. Leave respectful comments. None of this replaces paying for content you use, but it helps creators grow. Read more in our guides for fans and creators.