Welcome to our discussion on seeking fan site platforms with favorable administration or ownership for partnership opportunities. This conversation is particularly valuable for those looking to license software from an existing platform to create a new site, focusing on collaboration with approachable and supportive teams.
- Initial interest in finding a partnership with a fan site platform that offers efficient software and is open to collaboration, emphasizing the challenges faced due to the proliferation of platforms with inadequate features or unresponsive ownership.
- Discussion on experiences with platforms like Loverfans and Dirtyfans, including attempts to establish contact for potential partnerships and the obstacles encountered in communication.
- Members share personal connections to platform owners and offer to facilitate introductions, highlighting the importance of networking within the industry.
- Considerations regarding the compatibility of site content with payment processors like Mastercard and Visa, and the impact on potential partnerships. A focus on licensing software separately from content management to mitigate these concerns.
- Encouragement and advice on pursuing partnerships with specific platforms mentioned by multiple members, suggesting their suitability for the intended business model.
Through this thread, members explore the complexities of establishing partnerships with fan site platforms, sharing insights on navigating industry challenges and leveraging personal networks to connect with platform owners willing to engage in collaborative ventures.