Paywall your niche content and get paid directly by superfans, no algorithms needed.
Students struggle to monetize their niche content because platforms algorithmically favor established creators over newcomers.
NicheVault lets student creators set up instant paywalled pages for their exclusive niche content like tutorials, art, or guides. Fans subscribe directly via simple links shared on social media, bypassing big platforms. Payouts are instant and fees are minimal, helping newcomers earn from day one.
Students producing niche content as aspiring creators
Tailored for student creators with one-click paywall setup and built-in promo tools for niche communities.
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Drag-and-drop to create paywalled content pages with embeds, files, and videos.
Handle recurring subs, one-time payments, and customer lists.
Customizable landing pages to promote paywalls across socials.
Track earnings, subs, and fan engagement.
Withdraw earnings weekly with low fees.
Build email lists from free teaser content.
Connect your own domain to paywalls.
Test pricing and page variants.
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| text | No | |
| stripe_id | text | Yes |
| created_at | timestamp | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| title | text | No |
| price | int | No |
| content | text | Yes |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| paywall_id | uuid | No |
| user_email | text | No |
| status | text | No |
| stripe_sub_id | text | Yes |
Relationships:
/api/paywallsCreate new paywall
/api/paywalls/:idFetch paywall details
/api/subscribe/:paywallIdCreate subscription
/api/analyticsGet user analytics
No payouts, $0/mo
5% fee
2% fee
| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 200 | 2% | $50 | $600 |
| Month 6 | 1,500 | 5% | $1,875 | $22,500 |
Student creators: Build paywalls in minutes and earn directly from fans.
Post in student Discord servers for niche creators (e.g., indie game dev, fanfic), offer free Pro access for feedback, DM 20 aspiring creators on Twitter with niche content under 1k followers.
Simple digital sales
No recurring subs focus
Student-tailored paywalls with lower fees
Community building
Discovery favors big creators
Algorithm-free direct links
Network effects from shared promo templates in niches
Creator economy booming, but students hit algorithm walls amid TikTok/YouTube changes favoring virality.
Low adoption by students
Validate via pre-launch waitlist
Stripe webhook failures
Use Supabase edge functions
Success: 50+ signups
Success: $100 revenue
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