FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about earning and LYKSTAGE? We’re here to help.
Head over to www.lykstage.com, click 'Discover LYKSTAGE' or 'Skip' on the Home feed, then sign up as an Individual or a Business.
Click the 'Sign Out' button in the left menu bar.
After logging in, click on the 'Upload Video' button next to the notification button and follow the on-screen instructions.
Once you upload your first video, 'My Creation' appears on the left menu with your profile name as your channel name.
Go to 'My Creations' on the left, find the video under 'Uploaded Video,' then hit 'Delete.'
Click 'Create' on the left menu, pick 'Event,' and follow the cues.
Click the bell icon on the home feed, then tap 'Settings' to customize your notification preferences.
Tap the Bell icon, select 'Settings,' then slide the bars to turn off any alerts.
Click the three dots below a video's card and hit 'Watchlist' to save it for later.
Click on the three dots below the video and hit 'Report video.'
On the video details page, you'll see these options below every video. Tap the share icon to share the video or click 'Copy Link'.
Check the bottom of the left-side menu for our terms, conditions, and policies.
Go to your profile on the left menu, click the camera icon on your current pic, and change or add a new one.
Click on your profile, then select 'Change Password'.
Go to your profile, then edit and update your info.
Simply re-login using your existing email or phone number and password.
After 15 days, you can sign up again using the same details, but your old data will be gone.
Here's how to cash out your LYKSTAGE earnings:
- Verify your Account: Before you can redeem your LYK Coins, you'll need to go through a verification process on the platform. This typically involves providing a valid ID and linking a bank account.
- Check Your Balance: Head over to the "Earnings & Rewards" section of your LYKSTAGE account. This will show you how many LYK Coins you've accumulated.
- Meet the Payout Threshold:You can only redeem your LYK Coins once you reach the minimum amount required for a payout. This threshold varies depending on your location:
- For the US and other countries excluding India: 1300 LYK Coins ($26)
- For India: 130 LYK Coins ($2.6)
- Redeem Your Coins: If you have enough LYK Coins, simply click the "Redeem Now" button within the "Earnings & Rewards" section. The redeemed amount will be transferred directly to your linked bank account.
Creators: On LYKSTAGE, Creators earn based on ad earnings generated by the content traction when ads are served.
Viewers: Every 30-second interval watched while logged in counts as one Watch Time Unit, which converts directly into LYK Coins.
These coins are then redeemed for cash, with values adjusted based on local economic conditions.
Both creators and viewers benefit from LYKSTAGE's Revenue Share Program, creating a mutually beneficial ecosystem where interactions and contributions are rewarded.
For Individual and business creators, it's 3 minutes, equivalent to 6 watch-time units except for media and broadcasting creators classified as business users, monetization begins for videos as short as 30 seconds.
Even with a smaller audience, if they're engaged, you'll accumulate more Watch Time Units, leading to better rewards.
LYKSTAGE focuses on 'Watch Time' instead of 'Views', rewarding creators for every moment of engagement.
To redeem your reward balance on LYKSTAGE:
- Accumulate LYK Coins: Earn LYK Coins through ad revenue generated when your content's watch time is monetized.
- Reach Payout Threshold:
- For the US and other countries excluding India: 1300 LYK Coins ($26)
- For India: 130 LYK Coins ($2.6)
- Verify Your Account: Complete the verification process by providing a valid ID and bank account details.
- Redeem Your Coins:Once verified, you can redeem your LYK Coins, and the equivalent cash amount will be credited to your bank account.
Looping a video on repeat on LYKSTAGE doesn't contribute to increased earnings for creators. The platform's algorithms are designed to detect such behaviors and ensure that genuine viewer engagement is rewarded. Earnings are based on unique watch time and viewer interactions, not on repetitive views from the same user.
To earn rewards, you need to watch for a straight 30 seconds without skipping.
Watch a video for at least 30 seconds without skipping to start earning.
You have 30 days to watch it, and once you start, you've got 48 hours to finish.
The password is system-generated, but you can reset it.
Yes, creators earn rewards for watching videos, except on business accounts.
'Premium Play' offers exclusive content for rent, available for a limited time.
Creators are rewarded based on unique watch time viewed.
Various categories of content are allowed, including Animation, Automobile, Comedy, Documentary, Education, Entertainment, Food, and more.
Creators must be at least 13 years old and provide original content.
Inappropriate content is removed based on community guidelines, and users can report such content.
There is no maximum limit to the redeemable amount.
The minimum amount you can redeem on LYKSTAGE depends on your location:
- For the US and other countries excluding India: 1300 LYK Coins ($26)
- For India: 130 LYK Coins ($2.6)
Individual accounts are for creating and monetizing videos, while Business accounts are for businesses, especially in the Media and Entertainment industry.
Currently, videos must fit the existing categories on LYKSTAGE.
Go to the Profile section, click 'Edit,' and change your channel name.
Creators typically receive 75% of the revenue, but the exact split is at LYKSTAGE's discretion.
Go to 'Profile,' then choose 'Public' or 'Private' next to your details.
Watch time is the duration viewers spend watching content on LYKSTAGE, measured in 30-second units.
Views are registered for at least 30 seconds of watching, while Watch Time measures every 30-second segment of engagement.
Viewers earn one 'Watch Time Unit' for every 30 seconds spent watching content.
Yes, you need to be a registered user to earn rewards through Watch Time Units.
Creators can start earning by registering, setting up their profile, uploading engaging content, and participating in the community.
Engaging and popular content leads to higher potential earnings, as it accumulates more watch time units.
Sign in, click 'Create,' upload your video, add details, and once approved, it will be featured on the feed.
Navigate to the 'Earnings' page to view your earnings.
LYKSTAGE estimates potential earnings using a simulation model based on views and watch time, rewarding creators and viewers from the start.
Videos must be more than 30 seconds in duration to be uploaded.
Earnings are adjusted for fake engagement, ensuring only genuine interactions contribute to the redeemable balance.
Advance payments are adjusted from the accumulated revenue generated by all content available on the Creator's page.
Existing rentals will continue until their rental period expires, then the video will be permanently removed.
You can still watch it until your rental period ends, after which the video will be removed.
Videos must achieve a minimum of 5 rentals per month to avoid removal.
Earnings on LYKSTAGE are calculated based on monetized watch time and ad revenue generated by the video content.
The feature allows creators to secure videos with a password, accessible only to those with the password.
If you believe your copyrighted material has been infringed, follow the steps outlined in our Copyright Claim procedure. This involves submitting detailed evidence and documentation proving your ownership and the infringement.
You need to provide:
- A clear description of the copyrighted work.
- Evidence of ownership (e.g., copyright registration certificate, proof of creation date).
- A specific description of where the alleged infringing material is located on LYKSTAGE (e.g., URL, channel name, video title).
- Your contact information (address, telephone number, email address).
- A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized.
- A statement that the information is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
- A physical or electronic signature.
The copyright owner or an authorized representative with an active channel on LYKSTAGE can file a copyright claim.
Content that can be subject to copyright claims includes, but is not limited to:
- Logos
- Audio recordings
- Cover photos
- Other static images
- Video content
Upon receipt of your claim, LYKSTAGE will review the evidence and take appropriate action. If the decision is in your favor, the infringing party will be notified to remove the content and given 14 days to respond.
If the alleged infringing party disputes the claim and provides supporting documentation, LYKSTAGE will review the evidence from both parties. If the evidence is inconclusive, the parties may need to resolve the matter independently.
A counter-notice can be filed by the alleged infringing party if they believe the content was removed by mistake or misidentification. It must include a written statement of good faith belief, identification of the material, and contact information, along with a physical or electronic signature.
If LYKSTAGE determines the evidence is inconclusive, both parties will be notified to resolve the matter outside of LYKSTAGE. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) options such as mediation or arbitration can be considered.
If you need to file a repeated claim, you must follow the same detailed procedure as the initial claim. Previous claims cannot be relied upon for new claims of infringement.
All copyright claims should be sent via email to ip@lykstage.com. Include a description of the copyrighted work, the location of the alleged infringing material, your contact information, and the required statements and signature.
LYKSTAGE ensures a fair and systematic approach to handling copyright claims, protecting the rights of all parties involved. Our policy is designed to be thorough and unbiased, ensuring that every claim is reviewed meticulously.
No, you do not have to wait. Once you select a video, enter all required details, and select a thumbnail for your content, you can click on the 'Save Draft' option while transcoding is in progress. You can then exit or upload a new video. The video will be saved as a draft. Once transcoding is finished, the video status will be 'Ready to Publish'. You can visit the draft later and publish your content.
If your video ended up in drafts instead of being published, follow these steps to retrieve and publish it:
- Open the LYKSTAGE website and go to your profile.
- Navigate to "My Channel" in the side menu bar.
- Look for the "Drafts" section where your saved videos are stored.
- Select the video you want to upload from the drafts.
- Review and make any necessary edits.
- Tap/Click on the "Publish" button to post the video. If you continue to face issues, please contact our support team for assistance.
If you encounter an 'invalid file format' error during upload, verify that your file is in one of these formats: mp4, mov, flv, 3gp, avi, mpg, ogg, webm, mkv, or H.264.
Business accounts on LYKSTAGE earn through ad impressions and watch time, similar to individual creators. For media and broadcasting creators classified as business users, monetization begins for videos as short as 30 seconds, instead of the standard 3-minute requirement for other creators.
No, business account creators do not earn rewards for watching videos as viewers.
On LYKSTAGE, the breakdown of ad revenue is as follows:
- Creators: On LYKSTAGE, Creators earn based on ad earnings generated by their content traction when ads are served.
- Viewers: Viewers earn LYK Coins by watching monetized videos, with earnings based on ad revenue from every 30 seconds of watch time.
- Platform: LYKSTAGE retains a portion of the ad revenue to cover operational costs and platform maintenance.
To earn on LYKSTAGE, you must watch the video uninterrupted while logged in to your LYKSTAGE account. Skipping, fast forwarding, or repeating the video will disqualify you from earning. Additionally, a video is only eligible for earning when ads are displayed.
No, you do not have to wait. Once you select a video, enter all required details, and select a thumbnail for your content, you can click on the 'Save Draft' option while transcoding is in progress. You can then exit or upload a new video. The video will be saved as a draft. Once transcoding is finished, the video status will be 'Ready to Publish'. You can visit the draft later and publish your content.
If you encounter an 'invalid file format' error during upload, verify that your file is in one of these formats: mp4, mov, flv, 3gp, avi, mpg, ogg, webm, mkv, or H.264.
Business accounts on LYKSTAGE earn through ad impressions and watch time, similar to individual creators. For media and broadcasting creators classified as business users, monetization begins for videos as short as 30 seconds, instead of the standard 3-minute requirement for other creators.
No, business account creators do not earn rewards for watching videos as viewers.
To earn on LYKSTAGE, you must watch the video uninterrupted while logged in to your LYKSTAGE account. Skipping, fast forwarding, or repeating the video will disqualify you from earning. Additionally, a video is only eligible for earning when ads are displayed.
You can be logged in from different devices or apps, but watch time will be counted as unique watch time. This means that while you can access your account from multiple devices, the watch time consumption will be calculated from only one device, as your user ID is identified as a single entity.
