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How influencers make money

Most creators don't earn from one big deal but from several small streams combined. Here's what they are, what they require and which duties come with them.

Claim your free linkSee the terms

  • 35%

    Commission for you

    of net revenue of every plan through your link, for as long as the subscription runs

  • −50%

    for your audience

    in the first month, once per new account

  • €100

    Payout threshold

    via PayPal or bank transfer, with a credit note

Net = excluding VAT. Refunds are offset. No statement about actual earnings.

Short answer

Influencers and creators earn mainly through brand deals, platform creator programs, affiliate commissions and their own offers. How much varies widely and can't be predicted. What matters is a matching audience, ad disclosure and handling taxes properly.

How it works

  1. Step 1

    Get your link

    Sign up for free and claim a short link like 5minstore.com/yourname.

  2. Step 2

    Share ready-made content

    Reels, story images and captions with your link, labelled as an ad.

  3. Step 3

    See your commission

    Sign-ups, booked plans and your 35% in your dashboard.

Four streams you can combine

  1. 1

    Brand deals

    Brands pay you for posts, stories or videos. This needs a clear audience and negotiation.

  2. 2

    Platform programs

    Instagram, TikTok and YouTube share some revenue with creators. The platform sets the requirements and changes them regularly.

  3. 3

    Affiliate links

    You recommend offers and get a commission when someone buys or books through your link. No follower minimum.

  4. 4

    Your own offer

    Products, a service or courses. More work, but the customers are yours.

What's realistic

No honest number applies to everyone. Income depends on niche, trust, content quality and consistency, often far more than on follower count. Many creators earn little or nothing at first and build up over months.

Be wary of offers that promise fixed amounts or money without effort.

Recommending 5minstore.com

If your audience is into side projects or starting an online store, the 5minstore.com creator program fits: you get 35% of net payments for plans booked through your link, for as long as the subscription runs. Your followers get 50% off their first month. Whether and how much you earn depends only on how many people book.

Duties many forget

  • Disclose ads: with a commission, payment or free product, use “Ad” or #ad.
  • Business details: depending on your country, a commercial account may need an imprint or business registration.
  • Taxes: regular income is usually taxable.
  • Read contracts: check usage rights, exclusivity and payment terms in brand deals.

FAQ

How do influencers make money?

Mainly through paid brand deals, platform revenue programs, affiliate commissions and their own products or services. Most combine several.

Can I make money with few followers?

With affiliate links and your own offers there's no minimum. How much comes out depends on how much your audience trusts you and whether the offer fits them. There is no guarantee.

How much commission do I get?

35% of net payments (excluding VAT) for plans booked through your link, for as long as the subscription runs. What that adds up to depends on how many people book. There is no promise of earnings.

Do I need to label posts as ads?

Yes. Public posts with your link need an ad label such as “Ad” or #ad. Our reels and captions already include it. Private messages to friends don't need a label.

Do I pay tax on commissions?

Yes, commissions are income you declare yourself. Depending on your country you may need to register a business. This is not tax advice.

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5minstore.com editorial team · Updated: 3 November 2026. General information, not legal or tax advice.

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