For Filmmakers

Stream Your Films. Keep 90%. Stay Independent.

The Indie Tube is a streaming platform built by independent filmmakers for independent filmmakers. Upload or import your films and series, earn $0.05 per ad click on your videos, and keep 90% of your rentals, purchases, and subscriptions — all while retaining control of your rights.

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Turn your catalog into a real revenue stream — without giving it away to gatekeepers.

Why Filmmakers Choose The Indie Tube

You don’t need another platform promising “exposure.” You need clarity, control, and cash flow. The Indie Tube is designed to feel like running your own mini streaming service under one roof.

90% Creator Share

Keep 90% of revenue from rentals, purchases, and subscriptions. The platform fee is a simple 10%.

$0.05 Per Ad Click

Turn ad engagement into predictable income. Earn $0.05 every time an ad is clicked on your videos.

Keep Your Rights

You retain ownership of your work. Unless you sign a separate deal, you’re free to distribute on other platforms too.

Built by Filmmakers

The platform is run by people who have been in the indie trenches, not just a tech team chasing volume.

How It Works for Filmmakers

Getting started is simple. You don’t need a distributor, agent, or special connection to launch on The Indie Tube.

1
Create your free account

Sign up on The Indie Tube and choose to set up a creator/filmmaker profile.

2
Set up your channel

Add your channel name, artwork, and description so viewers know who you are and what you create.

3
Upload or import your titles

Add your films, episodes, or series. Organize them into seasons, playlists, or collections.

4
Choose how you earn

Enable ad-supported (AVOD), rentals/purchases (TVOD), channel subscriptions (SVOD), or a mix.

5
Go live

Once your titles are approved under our guidelines, they become discoverable to viewers on The Indie Tube.

6
Promote & grow

Share your channel link, embed trailers, and point your audience to one place where they can watch and support you.

7
Track performance

Use your dashboard to see views, ad clicks, transactions, and estimated earnings.

8
Get paid

Earnings flow into your creator wallet. Request payouts once you meet the minimum threshold.

Earnings at a Glance

Your exact results depend on audience size, pricing, and engagement. But the structure stays simple and creator-first.

Model How You Earn
Ad-Supported (AVOD) $0.05 for every ad clicked on your videos
Rentals & Purchases (TVOD) You keep 90% of each transaction, The Indie Tube keeps 10%
Channel Subscriptions (SVOD) You keep 90% of subscription revenue, The Indie Tube keeps 10%

For a deeper breakdown and interactive calculator, visit the Creator Earnings page.

What You Can Upload

  • Feature films, short films, and micro-shorts
  • Scripted series, mini-series, and web series
  • Documentaries and docu-series
  • Faith-based, urban, drama, romance, thriller, horror, and more
  • Behind-the-scenes content, interviews, and bonus content to bundle with your releases

All content must follow our community guidelines and terms. We reserve the right to decline material that violates those policies.

Filmmaker FAQ

A few quick answers to common questions from creators. For full details, refer to our terms and Creator Earnings page.

Is there a fee to join as a filmmaker?
Creating a creator account is free. The Indie Tube earns from a 10% platform fee on TVOD/SVOD transactions and from the remaining ad revenue after paying $0.05 per ad click to creators.
Do I keep my rights if I upload to The Indie Tube?
Yes. Unless you sign a separate exclusive agreement, you retain rights to your work and can continue to distribute on other platforms.
Can I be on The Indie Tube and other platforms at the same time?
In most cases, yes. Many creators use The Indie Tube as an additional revenue stream and home base for their audience.
When and how do I get paid?
Earnings accumulate in your creator wallet. Once you reach the payout threshold, you can request a payout on a regular schedule via supported methods such as PayPal, Stripe, or direct deposit (availability may vary by region).
What kind of films perform best?
Creators see strong engagement with focused, well-presented projects: clear artwork and titles, compelling descriptions, and trailers that give viewers a reason to click play.
How do I get started right now?
Click Start as a Creator below, set up your channel, and upload or import your first titles. You can configure earnings options as soon as your content is ready to go live.

Ready to Build Your Own Streaming Home?

Create your channel, set your pricing, and start turning views into earnings with a platform that actually respects independent filmmakers.

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