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Rival is a social platform for selling digital content that revolutionizes digital content monetization. It's a complete ecosystem combining a social network with interactive feed, a content marketplace with real-time auction system, and an access token system guaranteeing authenticity and ownership of content. Rival allows creators to transform their creativity into valuable digital assets while building an engaged community.
An access token is a unique digital certificate proving you hold the right to access digital content (image, video, audio). Unlike a simple copy, an access token is tamper-proof and traceable thanks to blockchain technology. IMPORTANT: your access token is linked to your Rival account. It cannot be transferred to an external wallet (like MetaMask) or sold on other platforms (OpenSea, Rarible). You can only resell it on Rival's secondary market. On Rival, each purchase automatically generates an access token assigned to you, guaranteeing your permanent access to the content as long as your Rival account is active.
Anyone! All Rival users can sell their creations with access token generation, without distinction. Whether you're an artist, photographer, videographer, musician, or content creator, you can immediately publish and sell your works. There's no barrier to entry, no application, no prior approval. Create your account, upload your content, and start selling!
Unlike traditional platforms, Rival offers true ownership certified by access tokens, allows creators to earn perpetual royalties on resales, provides an integrated secondary market, and combines the social aspect with the marketplace. Creators maintain control of their content and benefit from a complete ecosystem to develop their activity.
Good question! Many people confuse the two. Here are the key differences: RIVAL ACCESS TOKEN = VIP ticket to your content ✓ Proves you own access to the content ✓ Can ONLY be resold on Rival (internal secondary market) ✓ Automatically managed by Rival (no external wallet needed) ✓ If you leave Rival, you lose access ✓ Uses blockchain for security and traceability TRADITIONAL NFT (OpenSea, etc.) = Complete blockchain ownership ✓ You hold the private keys to your wallet ✓ Transferable on any marketplace ✓ Exists independently of the original platform ✓ Can be kept even if the platform closes ✓ Requires crypto knowledge (MetaMask wallet, etc.) In summary: Rival tokens are designed to be SIMPLE and ACCESSIBLE to everyone, without requiring crypto knowledge. You benefit from blockchain security without the complexity! The downside? They can only be used on Rival.
Rival accepts credit card payments (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) through our secure payment system Stripe. We're also working on integrating cryptocurrency payments via MoonPay to offer more flexibility to our users. All transactions are secure and protected.
To simplify the user experience, we accept payments in euros (or your local currency). Our system automatically handles all technical operations in the background. This allows everyone to access digital content easily, without prior technical knowledge.
We're sorry to hear that! The first step is to report the situation to your bank immediately. If you want to continue using Rival, you'll just need to register a new valid credit card in your payment area. Your previous purchases and access tokens remain secure in your account.
In case of a refund request or a dispute opened with your bank, access to Rival may be temporarily limited until the issue is resolved. However, if the purchase has already been finalized and the access token has been generated, the ownership transfer is irreversible. We invite you to contact our support before initiating a bank dispute.
Rival takes a commission on each sale to cover: banking transaction costs, technical fees for access token generation, security and media verification via AI, cloud infrastructure and secure storage, continuous development of new features. These fees help maintain a safe, efficient, and constantly evolving platform.
Yes, when you resell an access token you own, Rival applies a small commission on the transaction. Additionally, the original creator automatically receives royalties (a percentage of the resale price) on each secondary transaction. This allows creators to continue benefiting from the appreciation of their works over time.
Yes, all users residing in a country where VAT is applicable are subject to the local rate in effect. VAT is automatically calculated and added at the time of payment based on your country of residence.
All collected VAT is fully remitted to the competent tax administration, in accordance with the legislation in force. Rival acts as a collection intermediary and remits the amounts to the appropriate tax authorities.
Rival uses Stripe, a global leader in secure payments, certified PCI-DSS level 1. We never store your banking information on our servers. Additionally, our transaction system integrates anti-fraud checks and a manual capture system that ensures your payment is only captured once the access token is successfully generated.
Yes! Your access tokens are protected by advanced and secure technology. Once your access token is created, it's impossible to counterfeit or delete it. You are the only legitimate owner, and this ownership is securely proven. No one, not even Rival, can modify or remove your access token.
Rival strictly complies with GDPR and protects your personal data with high security standards: encryption of sensitive data, secure authentication via unique code, secure storage on Google Cloud infrastructure, limited and controlled access to data. We never share your data with third parties without your consent.
Account certification (verified badge) is a trust indicator proving you are who you claim to be. It's particularly useful for known creators, established artists, or public figures. To get certification, you can apply via your profile by providing proof of identity and legitimacy (social media links, portfolio, ID document). Certification is not mandatory to sell, but it increases buyer confidence.
If you identify inappropriate content or suspicious behavior, you can report it directly via the report button on the media or profile concerned. You can also send an email to report@rivalmedias.com with the details. Our moderation team will process your report as soon as possible.
No, Rival access tokens cannot be exported to an external wallet (MetaMask, Ledger, etc.). Here's why: Simplicity first: Rival automatically handles the blockchain technical part for you. You don't need crypto knowledge, no seed phrase to remember, no risk of losing your private keys! Security: Your tokens are protected in Rival's secure infrastructure. You can't lose them by mistake (unlike classic crypto wallets where a mistake = permanent loss). Platform model: Rival works like Netflix or Spotify: your access to content is linked to your account. If you leave Rival, you lose access, just like when you cancel a subscription. Note: We will soon disable external wallet registration to standardize the user experience and strengthen security.
It's super simple! Once your account is created, you can immediately sell your creations: 1. Click on "Publish" or "Create" in your profile 2. Upload your content (image, video, audio) 3. Add information (title, description, price) 4. Choose your sale type (Exclusive, Limited, Multiple) 5. Publish! No application, no prior approval. You can sell right now.
Absolutely not! Rival was designed to be accessible to everyone, even without any technical knowledge. The entire technical process (access token generation, attribution, security) is automatic and invisible to you. You focus on your creativity, we handle the technology.
No! Whether you're a professional artist, passionate amateur, weekend photographer, or beginner creator, you can sell on Rival. There's no requirement for status, portfolio, or level of experience. Everyone can sell, as long as the content is original and complies with our terms of use.
No, certification (verified badge) is optional. You can sell without being certified. However, getting certification increases buyer confidence and can help you sell more easily, especially if you're a known creator or public figure. It's a plus, not an obligation.
Your profile is public and accessible to all Rival users. They can see your bio, your posts on the feed, and your content for sale. However, only buyers who have purchased your access token can access the full high-quality content. Other users only see a preview or teaser. This applies to everyone: any user can have a profile, post, and sell.
The social feed works like Instagram or Twitter: you can post content with text and images, your followers see your posts in their timeline, users can comment and interact, you can share teasers of your creations to generate interest. It's an excellent way to build your community and announce your new sales.
To maximize your visibility on Rival: post regularly on the social feed, share your Rival profile on your other social networks (Instagram, Twitter, TikTok), engage with your community (respond to comments), create quality teaser content to entice, use attractive prices at first to build your reputation, be active and authentic. Account certification (verified badge) can also increase your credibility if you're an established creator.
Rival offers 3 sale types: 1. EXCLUSIVE (Unique access token): Only one buyer owns the media. Sale by auction, fixed price, or both (mixed). Ideal for rare and unique works. 2. LIMITED (Limited edition): Defined stock (e.g., 100 copies). Fixed unit price. Creates scarcity and value. 3. MULTIPLE (Unlimited access): Infinite stock, fixed price. Perfect for educational content, music, or wide-distribution content.
Auctions on Rival are dynamic and in real-time. You set a starting price and duration. Buyers place their bids, with automatic time extension if a bid comes in at the end of the countdown (to avoid sniping). At the end, the highest bidder wins the access token. Everything is transparent and secure.
Yes! For example, you can sell a unique exclusive version at auction at a high price, then create a limited edition of 50 copies at a reduced price, and finally offer multiple access for a broader audience. It's an excellent strategy to maximize your revenue and reach different types of buyers.
You're completely free to set your prices. To help you: look at prices practiced by similar creators, start with attractive prices to build your reputation, test different prices and adjust based on demand, consider rarity (exclusive = more expensive than multiple). Don't forget that you'll also earn royalties on resales!
You earn money in 3 ways on Rival: 1. Primary sales: You receive a high percentage of the sale price (after deduction of platform and banking transaction fees). 2. Perpetual royalties: You automatically receive a percentage on each resale of your access tokens on the secondary market. For life! 3. Commercial rights: If you authorize commercial use of your content, you can charge a premium price.
To transfer your earnings to your bank account: 1. Go to your Creator Backoffice. 2. Click on the "Wallet" tab in the navbar. 3. Click on the "Payment" tab. 4. Select "Withdraw" and enter your IBAN. 5. Your funds will be transferred within 5 business days. You can withdraw your earnings anytime, with no minimum required.
As soon as a sale is finalized (auction completed or direct purchase made), the amount is credited to your Rival Wallet. You can then withdraw your funds whenever you want. For resale royalties, they are also automatically credited to your Wallet with each secondary transaction.
If your withdrawal doesn't appear in your bank account: 1. Check that the entered IBAN is correct and associated with your name. 2. Wait a period of 5 business days (standard banking delays). 3. Check the withdrawal status in your Backoffice. 4. If the problem persists after 5 days, contact Rival support at support@rivalmedias.com with your transaction number.
You can sell a wide variety of digital content: - Images (photos, illustrations, digital art, photography) - Videos (clips, short films, exclusive content) - Audio (music, podcasts, sounds) - Any original digital content you created All standard formats are supported (JPG, PNG, MP4, MP3, etc.).
The process is simple and guided: 1. Upload your file from your Backoffice 2. Add metadata (title, description, tags) 3. Choose the sale type (Exclusive, Limited, or Multiple) 4. Configure the price and parameters (auction duration, stock, etc.) 5. Final review and publication The access token will be automatically created upon the first purchase!
Yes, the following content is strictly prohibited: illegal content or content violating laws, stolen content or content you didn't originally create, violent, hateful, or discriminatory content, content involving minors, content violating copyrights or trademarks. Refer to our Terms of Use for the complete list. Any violation results in immediate suspension.
Yes, you can sell AI-generated content (like Midjourney, DALL-E images, etc.) provided that: you are the creator of the prompt and the final work, you respect the usage rights of the AI tools used, you clearly mention in the description that it's AI-assisted creation. Transparency is essential to maintain community trust.
Your content is protected at multiple levels: secure storage on Google Cloud Storage with signed URLs, automatic watermark on previews, high-quality access reserved only for access token buyers, AI verification to detect stolen or duplicated content. Additionally, the platform securely records proof of ownership.
If no sale has occurred, you can remove your content at any time. However, once an access token has been sold, it can no longer be deleted because the buyer owns it. The access token remains permanently recorded. Think carefully before publishing content!
If you discover your content illegally distributed elsewhere: 1. Report it directly to the concerned platforms (social networks, websites) 2. Use DMCA tools to request removal (Google, Bing, etc.) 3. Report the incident to competent organizations (CNIL, PHAROS) 4. Inform Rival at report@rivalmedias.com: we will support you in the steps and can suspend the responsible buyer.
By default, when you sell an access token, the buyer gets ownership of the file but NOT the right to use it commercially (they can't resell it as a product, print it for sale, etc.). You can choose to authorize commercial use at a higher price. These rights are recorded in the access token metadata.
The most successful creators apply these strategies: - Build your community BEFORE selling (share your Rival profile on your networks) - Post regularly on the social feed to stay visible - Offer different sale types (exclusive for collectors, multiple for your fanbase) - Create quality teasers to entice - Engage with your community (respond to comments) - Start with attractive prices to build your reputation
The secondary market can become a significant passive income source. The more your access tokens are resold, the more royalties you earn. To maximize this: create quality works that gain value over time, limit editions to create scarcity, build a community of engaged collectors, participate actively to maintain interest around your work.
There's no strict rule, but regularity is key. A good practice: post 1-2 social posts per week to maintain engagement, launch a new sale every 1-2 weeks depending on your production, announce your upcoming releases in advance to create anticipation. Prioritize quality over quantity!
It depends on your income. In France: if your annual income is below €77,700, micro-entrepreneur (self-employed) status is ideal and easy to set up via the INPI website. Beyond that, consider other structures (EURL, SASU). Consult an accountant to optimize your taxation. Rival provides all necessary payment receipts for your declaration.
Registration is simple and quick: 1. Click on "Sign up" on the homepage 2. Enter your email address 3. A unique login code will be sent to you by email 4. Enter this code to access the platform 5. Configure your profile and start exploring creators No password to remember! Login is always via email code.
Yes, to participate in auctions or buy access tokens, you must register a valid payment method (credit card). This secures transactions and prevents phantom bids. Your banking information is stored securely by Stripe (we never see it).
No! That's one of Rival's advantages: you don't need any prior technical knowledge. Rival automatically handles all technical operations in the background. Your access token is stored securely and linked to your Rival account. You can access your purchased content anytime from your backoffice.
Several ways to discover content: - The social FEED: personalized timeline based on your subscriptions - EXPLORATION: discover new users and their works - SEARCH: find a specific user or content - CATEGORIES: browse by content type (art, photo, video, music) Follow users you're interested in to see their news in your feed! Remember: everyone can sell and buy on Rival.
On Rival, there are two types of content: - SOCIAL POSTS: free content shared by users to engage their community (like Instagram). Everyone can post social content. Visible to all. - ACCESS TOKENS FOR SALE: premium works to buy. Everyone can also sell! Only buyers have access to the full high-quality content. Others only see a preview.
Several authenticity guarantees: each access token is securely registered with the original creator's identity, creation date, and a unique digital signature of the content. Certified accounts (verified badge) offer an additional authenticity guarantee. You can verify all this information directly from the access token profile. Additionally, our moderation and reporting system allows quick removal of stolen content.
There are 3 ways to buy depending on the sale type: 1. AUCTIONS (Exclusive): Place bids, the highest bidder wins the unique access token at the end of the countdown. 2. FIXED PRICE (Exclusive, Limited, or Multiple): Buy directly by clicking "Buy now". 3. MIXED: The creator accepts both: you can bid OR buy directly. Each purchase automatically generates your access token securely!
Auctions on Rival are dynamic: 1. View ongoing auctions (creator profile or feed) 2. Place your bid (must be higher than current bid) 3. Receive notifications if someone outbids you 4. Automatic time extension if bid in last minute (anti-snipe) 5. If you're the highest bidder at the end, you win the access token! Your payment is only captured if you win.
Once your purchase is confirmed: 1. Payment is processed securely via Stripe 2. The access token is automatically created (few seconds) 3. The access token is transferred to your Collection 4. You receive immediate access to high-quality content 5. You can view your access tokens anytime in your Backoffice You are now the legitimate owner of this digital content!
If you encounter a problem: - Check that your payment method is valid and up to date - Ensure your browser is recent (Chrome, Firefox, Safari) - Check your internet connection - Try refreshing the page - If the problem persists, contact support@rivalmedias.com
Everything is centralized in your Buyer Backoffice: - "COLLECTION": All your purchased access tokens with high-quality content access - "ONGOING AUCTIONS": Track your active bids in real-time - "HISTORY": View all your past transactions - "PAYMENTS": Manage your payment methods and view your invoices You can access your collection anytime, from anywhere!
Yes! That's one of Rival's major advantages. The secondary market allows you to resell your access tokens: 1. Go to your Collection 2. Select the access token you want to resell 3. Set your sale price (or create a PUT offer) 4. Publish on the secondary market Note: the original creator will automatically receive royalties on your sale (this is normal and transparent).
The secondary market offers two types of offers: - PUT offer ("I want to sell"): You own an access token and set your sale price. Interested buyers can purchase it at this price. - CALL offer ("I want to buy"): You want to buy a specific access token you don't own. You propose a price, and the owner can accept your offer. It's like a financial market, but for access tokens!
No, access token purchases are final and non-refundable. Once the access token is created and transferred, the transaction is irreversible. Think carefully before buying! However, you can always resell your access token on the secondary market if you change your mind.
When you buy an access token on Rival, you own: ✅ The access token itself (digital ownership certificate) ✅ Permanent access to high-quality digital content ✅ The right to resell the access token on the secondary market ✅ Digital proof of ownership ❌ By default, you do NOT own: - Commercial rights (unless explicitly included) - The right to redistribute or share the content - Original copyrights (which remain with the creator)
No, it is strictly forbidden to share, redistribute, or publish purchased content outside Rival. Even if you own the access token, copyrights still belong to the creator. Sharing content would be piracy and would result in: account suspension, potential legal prosecution. Respect creators' work!
Commercial rights allow you to use the content for commercial purposes (printing on products, use in advertising, resale as derivative products, etc.). By default, you don't have them. Some creators offer access tokens with commercial rights included (generally more expensive). These rights are specified in the access token metadata.
Your access token is extremely secure as it's stored in a protected way in our infrastructure. You CANNOT lose it as long as you have access to your Rival account. Make sure to keep your email access secure as it's your primary login method. In case of loss of access to your email, contact our support immediately.
In 99% of cases, the access token is created and transferred in seconds. If you don't see it in your Collection: 1. Refresh the page (F5) 2. Check your transaction history 3. Wait 5 minutes (possible technical delays) 4. If still nothing, contact support@rivalmedias.com immediately with your transaction number. Our automatic compensation system will fix the problem.
For any payment issue (card declined, double charge, refund, etc.): - Email: support@rivalmedias.com - Include: your transaction number, screenshots if possible, problem description Our team typically responds within 24-48h. For emergencies, mention [URGENT] in the subject.
If you identify content that violates our rules (stolen content, inappropriate, etc.): 1. Click the "Report" button on the media or profile 2. Select the reason for the report 3. Add details if necessary Or send an email to report@rivalmedias.com. Our moderation team treats all reports seriously and quickly.
Several resources are available to you: - This FAQ (the most complete!) - Our online Help Center (detailed articles) - Support email: support@rivalmedias.com - Social networks: announcements and updates - Terms of Use/Sale: for legal aspects Don't hesitate to contact us, we're here to help!