A Bold New Platform on the Rise
Fanbase, a Black-owned social media startup founded in 2018 by Isaac Hayes III, is rapidly gaining traction as one of the fastest-growing platforms in the creator economy.([turn0search2], [turn0search7])
With crowdfunded capital exceeding $5.2 million, Fanbase recently soared into the top 10 of the App Store while the TikTok future remains uncertain. It currently ranks #6 in Social Media on Apple’s App Store, and #12 on Android’s Google Play.([turn0search5])
Creator-First Model
Fanbase bridges social networking with pay-to-access content, allowing users to upload videos, audio, images, and stories—all monetizable from the day they join. Subscriptions range between $2.99 to $99.99, giving creators full control over their pricing.([turn0search4], [turn0search5])
Beyond monetization, creators can become investors and earn equity in the platform, starting with a minimum investment of $399, blending community ownership with financial opportunity.([turn0search5])
A Platform Built for Equity & Ownership
Isaac Hayes III, the app’s founder and CEO, spoke passionately about the vision behind Fanbase: a platform that amplifies Black creators, counters algorithmic suppression, and offers equitable financial structures.([turn0search4], [turn0search6])
Highlighting its significance, Essence lauded Fanbase for tackling the longstanding issue of mainstream platforms profiting off Black creativity without offering fair compensation.([turn0search6])
What’s Next for Fanbase?
As Fanbase matures, it positions itself not just as an app—but as a movement toward digital sovereignty and creator equity. With increasing downloads, strong funding backing, and a unique model blending monetization with ownership, Fanbase is shaping up as a serious competitor in the evolving world of digital platforms.
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