
Leonid Radvinsky, the entrepreneurial force behind OnlyFans, recently received a colossal $700 million in dividends. This disclosure comes at a time when the platform is reportedly up for sale, with speculations about an $8 billion valuation swirling in the air.
The London-based Fenix International Ltd., which manages OnlyFans, made this revelation in its annual financial filings, showcasing the lucrative nature of a platform that allows creators to share exclusive content with subscribers. The filings also revealed that as of November 30, 2024, OnlyFans boasts a cash balance of $808 million.
OnlyFans has been on a growth spree, with revenues climbing by 9% to $1.41 billion in 2024. Subscribers poured in approximately $7.2 billion over the year, with $5.8 billion being funneled back to creators. The platform's creator base expanded by 13%, now totaling 4.6 million accounts, and its global audience has reached 377.5 million paying users.
“OnlyFans has shown significant growth and profitability, which we attribute to a rising user base and increased earnings for our creators,” the company stated.
Under the leadership of CEO Keily Blair, OnlyFans has ventured into new content territories, reinforcing its potential across various genres. Blair, who brings a background in privacy law, emphasized the platform's adaptability and expansive reach.
Founded in 2016 by Tim Stokely and later acquired by Radvinsky in 2018, OnlyFans has been no stranger to controversy. The platform gained notoriety when sexfluencer Bonnie Blue was banned after promoting extreme challenges. Despite such controversies, OnlyFans remains a popular choice among content creators, including tennis pro Sachia Vickery, who balances her sports career with creating content on the site.
The platform has its critics and advocates – some view it as an exploitative venture, while others praise its economic opportunities for creators. With robust security measures like facial recognition for age verification, OnlyFans continues to maintain its status as an 18-and-over site.