Platform Fee Arbitrage: Minimize Cuts from YouTube, Patreon, Gumroad

What is This Hack?

Platforms take 5-50% cuts from creator income. Legally minimize fees by choosing lower-fee alternatives, direct payment methods, and strategic platform selection to save lakhs annually

Key Benefits

Potential savings: ₹2-15 lakhs annually (5-20% revenue increase)
Implementation time: 2-3 weeks research + 3-6 months migration period
Legal status: fully legal
Risk level: low-medium

Important Considerations

This hack has a low-medium risk level. While it's completely legal, proper implementation requires careful attention to compliance requirements. Consider consulting a CA for personalized guidance.

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