OnlyFans, the subscription-based platform infamous for hosting explicit content, has initiated talks with San Francisco-based investment firm Architect Capital to sell off a significant stake worth billions of dollars.
The proposed deal, which has not yet been finalized, would see OnlyFans valued at approximately $5.5 billion, representing a substantial decrease from its previously failed sale attempt that was pegged at nearly $8 billion last year.
According to sources citing TechCrunch, the investment firm is willing to provide $3.5 billion in equity and an additional $2 billion in debt as part of the offer. As part of exclusive negotiations with OnlyFans' owner Leonid Radvinsky, other potential buyers would be barred from making competing bids for a set period.
While no official closing date has been announced, it is clear that this deal will not come to fruition without significant hurdles being cleared. Notably, OnlyFans has reported impressive growth in recent years, with its 2024 fiscal year gross revenue increasing by nine percent, exceeding $7.2 billion.
It's worth noting that OnlyFans' valuation remains a topic of interest for industry observers and investors alike, given the platform's evolving role as an online destination beyond explicit content.
The proposed deal, which has not yet been finalized, would see OnlyFans valued at approximately $5.5 billion, representing a substantial decrease from its previously failed sale attempt that was pegged at nearly $8 billion last year.
According to sources citing TechCrunch, the investment firm is willing to provide $3.5 billion in equity and an additional $2 billion in debt as part of the offer. As part of exclusive negotiations with OnlyFans' owner Leonid Radvinsky, other potential buyers would be barred from making competing bids for a set period.
While no official closing date has been announced, it is clear that this deal will not come to fruition without significant hurdles being cleared. Notably, OnlyFans has reported impressive growth in recent years, with its 2024 fiscal year gross revenue increasing by nine percent, exceeding $7.2 billion.
It's worth noting that OnlyFans' valuation remains a topic of interest for industry observers and investors alike, given the platform's evolving role as an online destination beyond explicit content.
like they're trying to be more than just a naughty website 
anyway, i'm low-key curious about what they'll do with that extra cash 
maybe they'll invest in wellness and self-care services for creators instead of just keeping the dirty pics 
i think it's cool that they're trying to shift their brand and tap into a more positive vibe 
but we'll have to wait and see what happens next 
. And the fact that they're exploring a sale now suggests they might be looking for a fresh set of eyes to help shape their future beyond adult content 
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. That's some serious firepower! But what's really got me thinking is how this might impact the platform's new direction 
. Will they focus more on mainstream creators or keep the adult content vibe going? Either way, I'm curious to see how this plays out 
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, and their engagement metrics showed a 25% increase in watch time 
. Can't wait to see how this sale affects the platform's future 
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OnlyFans is selling off half its company to some investment firm and they're only offering them $3.5 billion? Like, what happened to the $8 billion valuation from last year? 
It's crazy how fast things change. I mean, I've been using OnlyFans since it was still a thing for "adult" content (not that I condone or promote any of that), and now they're trying to pivot into other stuff? 
Still, I guess it's good for them if they need the cash...
. idk if $5.5b is a fair price or not, but i guess its better than last yr's attempt 
. cant wait to c how this whole thing plays out, will it be a good move 4 them? 
And that's something I'm really rooting for! 
They're already doing some cool things like partnering with artists and musicians... this could be the start of something amazing 
. It's crazy how the market is shifting, right? 
Their growth in 2024 was insane, though! 9% increase and over $7.2 billion in gross revenue... they must be killing it on non-explicit content too 
. But at $5.5 billion? That's like, a whole lotta cash 
what does this say about us, as consumers, that we're willing to pay money to have someone else's private moments shared with us? 
. Anyway, I think it's crazy that they're trying to sell off a chunk of the company, considering how well it's been doing financially 
. Whatever happens next, I hope OnlyFans' owners get a sweet deal out of this 
. What's next? Will we see OnlyFans pivot into more mainstream content or just become a cash cow for its owners? I'm keeping an eye on this one... 
... but on the other hand, this could be a blessing in disguise 
! It's an opportunity to re-evaluate what's working and what's not 
. Life's full of ups and downs, but it's how we respond that really matters 
Meanwhile, the platform itself is growing like crazy, but the value is still tanking. It just goes to show that money isn't everything and sometimes you gotta think outside the box (or in this case, the explicit content bubble). But hey, who am I to judge... maybe they're just saving up for a really expensive private island 
and the fact that they're talking about selling a stake for like 3.5 billion in equity 
?