Question 1

What is Collabstr?

Accepted Answer

What is Collabstr?

Collabstr is a free online marketplace that connects brands with influencers for paid collaborations. Brands can search thousands of influencers using our search tool or post a campaign that influencers can apply to.

Whether you want to find the right influencer directly or let them come to you, Collabstr makes the process simple and secure.

Key Features

Post Tracking – Track the performance and analytics of influencer posts.
Audience Analytics – View audience demographics and insights for any influencer before you work with them.
Secure Payments – Pay only when the work is complete. Funds are held in escrow and released to the influencer once you receive the content.
Direct Messaging – Communicate with influencers through our built-in chat tool.
Vetted Creators – All creators are verified to ensure quality and professionalism.

Getting Started

Visit collabstr.com
Sign up as either a Brand or Creator

Benefits for Brands

Access to vetted creators in one platform.
Tools to hire, manage, and pay creators in one place.
Get high-quality content faster and more efficiently.

Benefits for Creators

Monetize your content skills without middlemen.
Get brand deals automatically matched to your style and audience.
Work with brands that fit your niche.

FAQs

I did not get the verification email. What should I do? Check your spam or junk f

Question 2

How to Place an Order With an Influencer

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Placing an order on Collabstr is the process for hiring influencers for your campaign. You can either purchase a preset package from an influencer’s profile or create a custom offer. All payments are securely processed through Collabstr’s escrow system, so funds are only released when you approve the content.

Key Features

Add to Cart – Select services from multiple influencers and check out at once.
Custom Offers – Create tailored requests if preset packages don’t fit your needs.
Escrow Payments – Collabstr holds your payment until you approve the work.
Order Dashboard – Track and manage all orders in one place.
Messaging – Communicate directly with influencers within the order.

Types of Orders

Preset Packages – Purchase services directly from an influencer’s profile (e.g., one Instagram Reel for $X).
Custom Offers – Create a personalized request where you set the platform, content type, and price.

Both types of orders follow the same checkout process once added to your cart.

How to Place an Order

1. Select an Influencer

Use the search tool or browse campaigns to find an influencer.
Open their profile and review available packages (e.g., TikTok video, Instagram post).

2. Add to Cart or Send a Custom Offer

Click Add to Cart to purchase a preset package.
If you need something specific, click Send Custom Offer to propose details and pricing.

3. Checkout & Payment

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Question 3

Supported Payout Methods

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Collabstr processes all creator payouts securely through Dots.dev, a trusted global payout provider. This gives you flexibility in how you receive your money, whether through direct bank transfers, PayPal, mobile wallets, or local payout rails. Once your content is approved by the brand, your payment is released into your Collabstr account balance. From there, you can withdraw using one of the supported payout methods below.

Global Payout Methods

PayPal – Available in most countries.
Gift Cards – Withdraw earnings as gift cards (Amazon, Visa, etc.).
Local Bank Transfers – Supported in 150+ currencies worldwide.

Regional Payout Methods

Americas

ACH (US)
RTP (Real-Time Payments, US)
Venmo (US)
Cash App (US)
Interac (Canada)
CLABE (Mexico)

Australia

BPAY

Africa

M-PESA (Kenya)
PayGate (South Africa)

Europe

Bacs (UK)
SEPA (Eurozone)
PrivatBank (Ukraine)

Asia

UPI (India)
bKash (Bangladesh)
GoPay (Indonesia)
FPS (Hong Kong)
DuitNow (Malaysia)
GCash (Philippines)
GrabPay (Philippines, Indonesia)
ShopeePay (Philippines)
PayNow (Singapore)

Tracking Your Payouts

Inside Collabstr – Go to your Earnings tab to view pending, available, and processed payouts.
Dots.dev Dashboard – For detailed payout history and status updates, log in at my.dots.dev/login.

FAQ

Where is my Payout? To check the status

Question 4

Join as a Brand

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Signing up as a brand on Collabstr is free. Brand accounts are for buyers on the marketplace, such as businesses or marketing agencies, that want to hire influencers. With a brand account, you can place orders or post campaigns to connect with influencers.

When You Need a Brand Account

You will need a brand account before you can:

Hire influencers
Post campaigns
Access most features on Collabstr

Steps to Sign Up

Go to Collabstr Brand Signup.
Enter your full name, brand name, email, and password, then click Sign Up. You can also sign up using Google or Apple.
If you did not sign up using Google or Apple, check your email for a verification code and enter it when prompted.
Complete the onboarding steps to finish setting up your account.

FAQs

I didn’t get the verification email

Check your spam, junk, or promotions folders.
If you find the email there, mark it as safe or whitelist emails from @collabstr.com to ensure you receive future updates about your orders.
If you still do not see the code, request a new one from the signup page.

How much does it cost to sign up as a brand? It is free to create a brand account. You can start hiring influencers right away without a subscription. Some premium features are available to subscribers, which you can view on our pricing page.

Can I switch from a creator account to a brand account? No. You n

Question 5

Post a Campaign

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Posting a campaign on Collabstr allows influencers to apply for your collaboration by submitting their own rates and portfolios. Instead of searching for creators one by one, you can post a campaign brief with requirements like budget, platform, niche, and deliverables. This approach saves time, helps you attract qualified applicants, and gives you full budget control. Campaigns are also scalable, meaning you can hire multiple influencers from one post. All applications and communications are centralized in your Campaign Dashboard, and payments are protected with escrow until your orders are complete.

Key Features

Campaign Creation Wizard – Build a detailed campaign brief in a guided, step-by-step process.
Targeting Options – Choose platform, niche, demographics, and more to attract the right influencers.
Budget Controls – Set an overall budget and per-creator pricing.
Influencers Apply to You – Applicants come with rates and past work, fully opted in.
Campaign Dashboard – Track applicants, review profiles, chat, negotiate, and manage your pipeline.
Secure Payments – Funds are held in escrow once you hire influencers.

How to Post a Campaign

1. Start a New Campaign

Log in to your brand account.
From the top navigation, click Campaigns > Post a Campaign.

2. Choose a Platform

Select one platform for your campaign.
Each campaign can only be tied to a single platform so results stay focused and re

Question 6

Applying to Campaigns

Accepted Answer

Brands on Collabstr post campaigns when they want to hire multiple influencers at once. As a creator, you can apply to these campaigns by submitting your profile, portfolio, and your own rates. This is a great way to get discovered by brands, land collaborations, and build long-term relationships without waiting for brands to reach out first.

How To Apply to a Campaign

1. Browse Campaigns

Log in to your creator account.
From the navigation menu, click Campaigns.
View available campaigns that match your niche, platform, or audience. You will only see campaigns that are relevant to you here, or that you have been personally invited to by the brand.

2. Review Campaign Details

Click on a campaign to open the brief.
Review the description, deliverables, budget, and brand requirements.
Make sure the campaign is a good fit before applying. By applying to the campaign, you are agreeing to the requirements of the brief.

3. Submit Your Application

Click Apply to Campaign.
Your application will include your profile, portfolio items, and your rates.
Include a price to deliver the work that is outlined in the campaign brief.
Include a custom pitch, this pitch should be personalized and well-thought-out. This is how you can stand out amongst the crowd.
Include examples of past content that might be similar to what the brand is looking for.

5. If Accepted

Once a brand accepts your application, the campaign is au

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