Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bandruption?
Bandruption is a comprehensive Web3 music fan platform that connects artists with their fans through NFTs, merchandise, subscriptions, and loyalty programs. Built on Solana blockchain, it helps musicians automate fan engagement and create new revenue streams through tokenized experiences. Visit the platform at https://bandruption.fun
How does the loyalty points system work?
Artists can create loyalty programs with four automatic tiers: Fan (3 points/$), Super Fan (4 points/$ at $200+ annual), Backstage (5 points/$ at $500+ annual), and VIP (6 points/$ at $1000+ annual). Fans earn points on purchases and can redeem them for exclusive rewards, experiences, and merchandise.
What are fan subscriptions and how do they work?
Artists can create tiered subscription plans with recurring monthly billing through PayPal integration. Subscribers get access to exclusive members-only content like photos, videos, audio files, and downloadable content based on their subscription tier.
How do artists create and sell NFTs?
Artists can launch Solana-based NFT collections using our integrated Candy Machine system. The platform supports both regular NFTs and compressed NFTs (cNFTs) with customizable metadata, rarity settings, and automated minting processes.
What merchandise features are available?
Artists can create custom storefronts with physical and digital merchandise, complete inventory management, real-time stock tracking, and automated order processing. Fans earn loyalty points on all merchandise purchases.
How do artist payouts work?
Artists receive automated PayPal payouts with configurable thresholds. The platform tracks detailed earnings from subscriptions, merchandise, and NFT sales, with transparent revenue analytics and automated distribution systems.
What blockchain technology does Bandruption use?
Bandruption is built on the Solana blockchain, utilizing Circle API for digital wallets, Metaplex for NFT creation, and USDC for Web3 transactions. This provides fast, low-cost transactions for fans and artists.
How can fans engage with their favorite artists?
Fans can follow artists, subscribe to exclusive content tiers, earn and redeem loyalty points, purchase merchandise and NFTs, participate in bounties and challenges, and access members-only experiences and content.
Is Bandruption available in multiple languages?
Yes, Bandruption offers complete internationalization with full support for English and Japanese locales, making it accessible to global music communities.
How do I get started with Bandruption?
Artists can apply through our streamlined onboarding process to get approved for the platform. Sign in, click Profile in the menu, and then click the 'Apply for New Artist Profile' button. Once approved, you can set up your profile, launch loyalty programs, create subscriptions, and start building your fan community. Fans can simply sign up and start following their favorite artists and earning loyalty points at bandruption.fun.