How to Create a Tip Menu for OnlyFans and Fansly That Actually Sells
A poorly priced tip menu leaves thousands on the table. Build a tip menu with 15+ items, optimized pricing, and the psychology that drives impulse tipping.
How Do You Create an OnlyFans Tip Menu?
Most creators treat their tip menu as an afterthought. They throw together a few items, pick round numbers, pin it to their profile, and forget about it. That is a mistake worth thousands of dollars per month.
A well-designed tip menu does three things simultaneously: it tells subscribers exactly what they can buy, it anchors their perception of value, and it creates impulse-purchase opportunities that drive revenue without you doing extra work. Creators with optimized tip menus report earning 30-50% more from tips compared to those with generic or poorly structured menus.
This guide walks you through building a tip menu with 15+ items, pricing each one strategically, formatting it for maximum conversions, and tracking what actually sells so you can refine over time. Whether you are on OnlyFans, Fansly, or both, the principles are the same.
If you have not dialed in your overall pricing yet, read our OnlyFans pricing strategy guide first. Your tip menu should complement your subscription price and PPV strategy, not compete with them.
What Belongs on a Tip Menu: 15+ Items That Sell
The biggest mistake creators make is listing too few items. A menu with three or four options leaves subscribers thinking those are the only ways to interact with you. A menu with 15-20 items gives subscribers multiple entry points at different price levels.
Tier 1: Low-Cost Impulse Items ($5-$15)
These items exist to get subscribers into the habit of tipping. The goal is not revenue per item but frequency of engagement.
| Item | Suggested Price | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Rate my outfit | $5 | Low commitment, fun interaction |
| Pick my outfit for today | $5 | Gives subscriber a sense of control |
| Like and comment on all my posts for a week | $5 | Engagement boost for you, easy for them |
| Personalized good morning message | $7 | Quick to fulfill, feels exclusive |
| Name on my “favorites” list | $10 | Social proof within your subscriber base |
| Follow-back on social media | $10 | Extends relationship beyond the platform |
| Voice note (30 seconds) | $10 | Personal touch with minimal effort |
| Song request during livestream | $10 | Works for creators who go live |
| Answer a personal question | $10 | Curiosity-driven, subscribers love this |
| Emoji rating of their photo | $5 | Fun, quick, low barrier |
Tier 2: Mid-Range Items ($15-$50)
This is where most of your tip menu revenue will come from. These items offer clear value and feel like reasonable purchases.
| Item | Suggested Price | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Personalized photo (non-custom shoot) | $15 | Quick selfie with their name or request |
| Short video shoutout (under 1 min) | $20 | Personal, shareable, high perceived value |
| Access to private story/highlight | $15 | Exclusivity drives purchases |
| Behind-the-scenes content | $20 | Curiosity about your real life |
| Outfit try-on of their choice | $25 | Interactive, fun to fulfill |
| 10-minute DM conversation | $30 | Time-based, clear expectations |
| Priority DM response (24hr guaranteed) | $25 | Solves the pain of waiting |
| Personalized wallpaper photo | $20 | They get something to keep |
| Rating/review of their content | $25 | Appeals to aspiring creators in your audience |
| Themed photo set (3-5 photos) | $35 | Mini custom without the full custom price |
Tier 3: Premium Items ($50-$200+)
Premium items serve two purposes: they generate significant revenue from your biggest spenders, and they anchor the rest of your menu, making mid-range items feel like better deals.
| Item | Suggested Price | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Custom photo set (10+ photos, their specifications) | $75-$150 | Core premium offering |
| Custom video (5+ minutes, their scenario) | $100-$300 | Highest revenue per item |
| Worn item (with proof photo) | $50-$100 | Niche but very high demand |
| Girlfriend experience (GFE) day | $100-$200 | All-day texting and content |
| Dick rating (detailed, multi-format) | $25-$75 | One of the highest-selling items across platforms |
| Video call (15 minutes) | $75-$150 | Premium interaction |
| Name tattooed/written on body photo | $50 | Novelty, exclusivity |
| Exclusive content bundle (never posted elsewhere) | $50-$100 | FOMO-driven purchase |
Key principle: You do not need to offer every item on this list. Pick the ones that fit your brand, your niche, and what you are comfortable delivering. But aim for at least 15 items spread across all three tiers.
Pricing Psychology That Drives Impulse Tipping
The prices you choose are not just numbers. They are psychological triggers that determine whether a subscriber clicks “send tip” or scrolls past your menu.
Anchor Pricing
Always place your most expensive item at the top of your menu. When a subscriber sees a $200 custom video first, a $25 themed photo set suddenly feels cheap. This is anchoring, and it works in every retail context from restaurant menus to luxury brand stores.
Structure your menu like this:
- Premium items ($100+) at the top
- Mid-range items ($15-$50) in the middle
- Impulse items ($5-$15) at the bottom
This order makes mid-range items feel like great deals by comparison.
Charm Pricing
Prices ending in 5, 7, or 9 convert better than round numbers. Instead of $10, charge $9. Instead of $20, charge $19 or $17. Instead of $100, charge $99.
This is not about the dollar difference. It is about perceived value. $9 feels significantly cheaper than $10 even though the difference is negligible.
| Round Price | Charm Price | Perceived Savings |
|---|---|---|
| $5 | $5 | Keep at $5 for lowest tier |
| $10 | $9 | Feels under $10 threshold |
| $20 | $19 | Crosses under the $20 barrier |
| $25 | $24 | Subtle but effective |
| $50 | $49 | Major psychological barrier removed |
| $100 | $99 | Feels “under $100” |
| $200 | $199 | Premium but accessible |
The Decoy Effect
Include an item that is intentionally less attractive to push subscribers toward the option you actually want them to buy. For example:
- Option A: 5-photo themed set for $30
- Option B: 10-photo custom set for $75
- Option C: 15-photo custom set with video for $85
Option C is clearly the best value compared to Option B. Most subscribers will choose C, which is exactly what you want since it has the highest margin. Option B exists primarily to make Option C look like a steal.
Bundle Pricing
Offer bundles that package multiple items at a slight discount. This increases average order value while making subscribers feel like they are getting a deal.
| Individual Items | Individual Total | Bundle Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom photo set + voice note | $85 | $75 | $10 |
| GFE day + custom video | $300 | $269 | $31 |
| 3 themed photo sets | $105 | $89 | $16 |
| Video call + custom video | $250 | $219 | $31 |
Bundles work especially well around holidays and special promotions. More on that below.
Tip Menu Formatting and Design
How your tip menu looks matters almost as much as what is on it. A wall of text with no structure gets ignored. A clean, scannable menu gets purchases.
Text-Based Menus
The simplest format. Works on both OnlyFans and Fansly. Use emojis as visual separators and keep formatting consistent.
Example format:
--- MY TIP MENU ---
PREMIUM
Custom Video (5+ min) .......... $99
Custom Photo Set (10+) ......... $75
GFE Day ........................ $149
Video Call (15 min) ............ $99
FAVORITES
Themed Photo Set (5 pics) ...... $35
DM Conversation (10 min) ....... $29
Video Shoutout ................. $19
Priority DM Response ........... $24
QUICK TIPS
Voice Note ..................... $9
Rate My Outfit ................. $5
Pick My Outfit ................. $5
Good Morning Message ........... $7Image-Based Menus
Creating a graphic version of your tip menu gives it more visual weight when pinned to your profile. Use Canva or similar tools to create a branded image with your menu items and prices. Keep it readable on mobile since over 80% of subscribers browse on their phones.
Design tips for image menus:
- Use your brand colors consistently
- Keep font size large enough to read on a phone screen
- Group items by tier with visual separation
- Include a small photo of yourself to personalize it
- Add a call-to-action at the bottom: “Tip the amount next to any item to order”
Video Menus
Record a short (60-90 second) video walking through your tip menu. This converts better than text or images because subscribers hear your voice and see your personality. Pin this video alongside your text menu.
Where to Display Your Tip Menu
A tip menu that nobody sees makes zero dollars. Place it in multiple locations for maximum visibility.
- Pinned post on your feed — This is the primary location. Pin it as the first thing new subscribers see.
- Profile bio/about section — Include a condensed version or reference to your pinned post.
- Welcome message — Your automated welcome DM should mention your tip menu and link to it.
- Regular feed reminders — Repost or reference your tip menu every 1-2 weeks so it does not get buried.
- During livestreams — Verbally mention specific items and their prices.
- In DM conversations — When a subscriber asks what you offer, send them your tip menu directly.
On Fansly specifically, you can use tier-based content to display different tip menus to different subscription levels, tailoring items and pricing to each audience segment.
Tip Menu Examples by Niche
Different niches perform best with different menu compositions. Here is how to tailor your menu based on your content type.
Fitness Creators
Focus on workout-related items that feel authentic to your brand:
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Personalized workout plan | $49 |
| Form check video review | $19 |
| Gym outfit try-on | $15 |
| Meal prep photo set | $9 |
| Motivational voice note | $7 |
| Custom fitness video | $99 |
Cosplay Creators
Leverage the visual nature and character-driven content:
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Custom cosplay photo set | $99 |
| Character request video | $149 |
| Behind-the-scenes costume creation | $19 |
| Signed print (digital) | $15 |
| Character voice note | $12 |
| Cosplay Q&A session | $29 |
Lifestyle and Personal Brand Creators
Lean into the personal connection:
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| GFE/BFE day | $149 |
| Personal story time video | $24 |
| Day-in-my-life vlog | $19 |
| Advice DM session (15 min) | $35 |
| Good morning selfie with name | $7 |
| GRWM dedicated to them | $29 |
For more content ideas by niche, see our OnlyFans content ideas guide.
Seasonal Updates: Keep Your Menu Fresh
A stale tip menu signals a stale creator. Update your menu seasonally to drive repeat purchases and create urgency.
Seasonal Menu Update Schedule
| Season | Theme | Limited-Time Items |
|---|---|---|
| Winter (Dec-Feb) | Holiday/cozy | Holiday-themed custom, New Year’s shoutout, Valentine’s GFE |
| Spring (Mar-May) | Fresh start/outdoor | Spring cleaning outfit try-on, Easter themed set, outdoor shoot |
| Summer (Jun-Aug) | Beach/vacation | Bikini try-on, poolside content, summer vlog |
| Fall (Sep-Nov) | Cozy/spooky | Halloween cosplay, fall fashion haul, cozy ASMR |
Holiday-Specific Items to Add Temporarily
- Valentine’s Day: Couple-themed content, love letter voice note, Valentine’s GFE package
- Halloween: Costume reveal, spooky-themed shoot, horror movie watch-along
- Christmas: 12 days of content advent calendar, gift unboxing, holiday themed customs
- New Year’s: “New year new me” photo set, resolution-themed content, year-in-review
Pro tip: Announce seasonal menu items 1-2 weeks before the holiday. Create urgency by noting these items are only available for a limited time. This drives faster purchasing decisions.
Tracking Which Items Sell
You cannot optimize what you do not measure. Track every tip menu purchase to understand what your audience actually wants, not what you think they want.
What to Track
| Metric | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Number of purchases per item | Identifies your best sellers |
| Revenue per item | Shows which items drive the most income |
| Time to fulfill per item | Helps you calculate your effective hourly rate |
| Repeat purchase rate | Shows which items subscribers buy again |
| Conversion by menu position | Tests whether item placement affects sales |
How to Track It
Create a simple spreadsheet with columns for date, item purchased, price, subscriber name, and time spent fulfilling it. Review this weekly.
After a month of tracking, you will see clear patterns:
- High volume, low price items that keep subscribers engaged
- Low volume, high price items that drive revenue spikes
- Items nobody buys that should be replaced or repriced
Tools like Velvetly can help you track revenue patterns across your content and messaging, making it easier to spot which tip menu items are driving your income and where to focus your energy.
Effective Hourly Rate Calculation
Not all tip menu items are created equal. Calculate your effective hourly rate for each item:
Effective Rate = Item Price / Hours to Fulfill
| Item | Price | Time to Create | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice note | $9 | 2 minutes | $270/hr |
| Custom photo set (10) | $75 | 45 minutes | $100/hr |
| Custom video (5 min) | $99 | 90 minutes | $66/hr |
| GFE day | $149 | 3-4 hours | $37-$50/hr |
| Dick rating (detailed) | $25 | 5 minutes | $300/hr |
This data should directly influence your pricing. If a high-volume item has a low effective hourly rate, raise its price. If a high-rate item gets few purchases, promote it more aggressively.
Upselling from Tip Menu to Custom Orders
Your tip menu is not just a revenue source. It is a gateway to higher-ticket custom orders. Every tip menu purchase is an opportunity to upsell.
The Upsell Sequence
- Subscriber tips for a themed photo set ($35)
- You deliver the photos with a personal message: “Loved creating this for you! If you want something more specific, I do full custom photo sets starting at $75. Just tell me your vision.”
- Subscriber orders a custom ($75-$150)
- You deliver the custom with another upsell: “This turned out amazing. If you ever want a custom video version, those start at $99.”
This gradual escalation feels natural, not pushy. You are simply letting satisfied customers know about additional options.
Upsell Scripts That Work
After delivering a low-tier item: “Thanks for the tip! Did you know I also do [next tier item]? Subscribers who got [current item] usually love it.”
After a custom photo set: “So glad you liked these! I could turn this concept into a full video if you are interested. DM me and we will work out the details.”
After a GFE day: “Today was so fun! I offer a weekly GFE package at a discounted rate if you want to make this a regular thing. Let me know.”
Cross-Selling Between Platforms
If you are on both OnlyFans and Fansly, use your tip menu to drive traffic between platforms. Offer platform-exclusive items that incentivize subscribers to follow you on both.
For a deeper look at DM and PPV monetization strategies, check out our guide on how to make money on OnlyFans.
Common Tip Menu Mistakes to Avoid
1. Pricing Everything at Round Numbers
As covered above, charm pricing ($9 instead of $10) converts better. Stop using round numbers for every item.
2. Too Few Items
A three-item tip menu leaves money on the table. Aim for 15-20 items across three tiers to capture every type of buyer.
3. No Clear Descriptions
“Custom content - $50” tells the subscriber nothing. What kind of custom? How many photos? How long is the video? Vague descriptions create friction, and friction kills sales.
4. Never Updating
The same tip menu for six months signals low effort. Update seasonally at minimum, monthly if possible.
5. Not Tracking Sales
If you do not know which items sell, you cannot optimize. Track every purchase and adjust quarterly.
6. Underpricing Your Time
Calculate your effective hourly rate for each item. If you are earning less than $30/hr on a menu item, either raise the price or remove it.
7. Making It Hard to Find
Your tip menu should be pinned, mentioned in your welcome message, referenced in DMs, and brought up during livestreams. Do not assume subscribers will find it on their own.
8. Ignoring Your Niche
A fitness creator offering the same tip menu as a cosplay creator is missing opportunities. Tailor your menu to what your specific audience wants. Check our Fansly content ideas guide for niche-specific inspiration that can double as tip menu items.
Building Your Tip Menu: Step-by-Step Action Plan
Here is a concrete plan to implement everything in this guide:
- Day 1: Choose 15-20 items from the categories above that fit your niche and comfort level
- Day 1: Apply charm pricing to every item and arrange them top-to-bottom from expensive to cheap
- Day 2: Create both a text-based and image-based version of your menu
- Day 2: Record a 60-second video walking through your menu highlights
- Day 3: Pin the text menu as your first post, add the image to your profile header area
- Day 3: Update your welcome message to reference the tip menu
- Week 1: Start tracking purchases in a spreadsheet
- Week 4: Review data, remove items that did not sell, adjust prices on everything else
- Month 2: Add seasonal items, test new menu items based on subscriber requests
- Quarterly: Full menu refresh with new items, updated pricing, fresh design
Use a scheduling tool like Velvetly to plan your menu reminder posts and seasonal updates so nothing falls through the cracks.
Your tip menu is a living document. The creators who earn the most from tips are the ones who treat their menu as a product that needs constant iteration, not a set-it-and-forget-it checklist.
If you are just getting started and need help with your overall approach to earning on the platform, our OnlyFans tips for beginners covers the foundational strategies you need in place before optimizing your tip menu.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many items should be on my tip menu?
Aim for 15 to 20 items spread across three price tiers: impulse ($5-$15), mid-range ($15-$50), and premium ($50+). Fewer than 10 items limits your revenue potential. More than 25 can feel overwhelming and make it hard for subscribers to choose.
What is the best price for a dick rating on my tip menu?
Dick ratings are one of the highest-selling tip menu items across both OnlyFans and Fansly. Most creators charge between $25 and $75 depending on the format. A text-only rating sits at the lower end, while a detailed video rating with commentary commands $50 or more. This item has one of the highest effective hourly rates since it takes only a few minutes to produce.
How often should I update my tip menu?
At minimum, update your tip menu every season (four times per year) to add holiday-themed items and remove underperforming options. Top earners update monthly or even bi-weekly based on subscriber requests and sales data. Each update is also an opportunity to make a promotional post reminding subscribers the menu exists.
Should I offer different tip menus on OnlyFans and Fansly?
You can offer the same core menu on both platforms, but consider adding platform-exclusive items to incentivize subscribers who follow you on both. For example, offer a specific content type only through Fansly tips to drive engagement on that platform. The pricing should be consistent across platforms to avoid subscriber frustration.
Do tip menus work on free pages?
Absolutely. Tip menus are actually more important on free pages because tips and PPV are your primary revenue streams. Free-page subscribers are already comfortable with the tipping model since they chose not to pay a subscription. Make sure your tip menu is highly visible since these subscribers need more prompting to spend.
How do I handle subscribers who try to negotiate tip menu prices?
Set a clear policy and stick to it. Responding to your pinned menu post with “Prices are firm and reflect the time and effort I put into each item” establishes the boundary. You can offer bundle deals as an alternative that gives them a slight discount without undermining your individual item pricing. Never lower prices for individual items based on haggling as it devalues your work and sets a precedent.
What tip menu items have the highest profit margin?
Items that take minimal time to produce but command solid prices have the best margins. Voice notes ($9-$15 for under 2 minutes of work), personalized text messages ($5-$10 for 30 seconds), and ratings ($25-$75 for 5 minutes) consistently show the highest effective hourly rates. Custom videos and GFE days generate more revenue per transaction but require significantly more time.
Should I include explicit items on my tip menu?
This depends entirely on your content style and what you are comfortable with. Many top earners include explicit items as their highest-priced offerings. If you choose to include them, be specific about what is included to manage expectations and avoid disputes. If explicit content is not part of your brand, you can build a highly profitable tip menu entirely around personality-driven and non-explicit items like GFE, voice notes, and lifestyle content.