What is DirectIM?
DirectIM is a trimmed-down version of DirectCam, allowing you to offer pay per minute text-based chat without needing to send any video. You can chat with individuals or Groups at the rates you set.
What do I need to DirectIM?
All you need is an internet connection and a web browser.
How does DirectIM work?
- To set your free, Group and Private options and rates click here. Enable the “Enable DirectIM (Chat only)” checkbox to set your broadcast to DirectIM.
- To set your show category and strapline click here.
- Login to the DirectCam Broadcaster here and click “Start Broadcast”. You can login to the DirectCam Broadcaster using your PC, smartphone or tablet. iPhone/iPad users will need to use Safari. This is how you will broadcast your webcam and chat with viewing members.
You will now appear on the DirectIM page as available and a link will appear on your profile statingyou're available for DirectIM.
What's the difference between free, Private and Group modes?
- Free: A shared introductory area where you can introduce yourself and vet the clients. From here you will entice them to go into one of the paid for modes.
- Group: A shared paid for area where you can chat openly with the members in your chat room. Each will be charged at the Group Rate you set.
- Private: A one-to-one Private room with only yourself and one other member. They will be charged at the Private Rate you set.
Why should I offer Free Mode in DirectIM?
- So members can establish that you are there and ready to have a conversation. Also, you may wish to discuss the theme of any paid for session before the client is charged for it.
- Members are far more likely to go into Private Mode or Group Mode once they can see that you are genuine and they will have an idea as to the quality of your offering.
- Members who offer Free Mode will be awarded increased exposure on the Home Page.
If I am conducting a Group or Private session, can anyone else enter the chat room for free?
No, the free facility will be disabled while you are in a Group or Private session.
Anyone trying to join the free facility will be informed that you are currently conducting a Group or Private session. If you are in Group mode that viewer will be invited to join in.
How will I receive my credits?
Your AdultWork.com credits account will be credited at the end of the session based on the per minute rate you set for the mode used (Group/Private), the number of participating members and the duration of the session for each of them.
Is there any extra cost to stream?
There is a 7.5% facility fee that is deducted from your AdultWork.com credits account at the end of the session(s). This fee covers the cost of the third party technology supplier who provides the platform for the AdultWork.com Membership to conduct their chat sessions.
This is a third party cost that is outside our control, although a cost that should be viewed as insignificant given the increased revenues that are achievable by broadcasting to many clients in Group mode. It would be costly software for individuals to purchase and MSN/Yahoo are unable to provide this "Group service" at this point in time.
What are the benefits of DirectIM?
- Members don't have to use complicated forms or messaging programs.
- You don't have to deal with bookings or sale items, and no adding of people to contact lists and waiting for them to come online.
- You don't need to keep an eye on the clock whilst conducting the session.
- By offering this extra service you will receive more interest in your profile.
- Most importantly for you, DirectIM gives you the chance to have multiple conversations (in Group mode) to an unlimited number of members.