Monetize Your Profile with hoo.be
💡 Quick Tip: Multiple monetization methods work better together than relying on just one!
Turn your hoo.be profile into a revenue stream. Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, or influencer, hoo.be offers multiple ways to earn money directly from your audience.
1. Accept Tips
The easiest way to start earning. Let your audience support you with one-time payments.
Setting Up Tips
- Go to Settings → Payments
- Connect Stripe or PayPal
- Enable "Tip Jar" on your profile
- Set custom tip amounts ($5, $10, $20, custom)
- Write a thank you message for supporters
Tip Jar Best Practices
- ✓ Explain what tips support ("Help fund my next video!")
- ✓ Offer thank-you shoutouts for top supporters
- ✓ Set reasonable minimum amounts ($3-$5)
- ✓ Promote your tip jar in your content
2. Sell Digital Products
Sell eBooks, courses, templates, presets, beats, and more.
Product Types You Can Sell
- Digital Downloads: PDFs, eBooks, guides, templates
- Courses & Tutorials: Video courses, masterclasses
- Music & Audio: Beats, sound packs, exclusive tracks
- Photography: Presets, LUTs, photo packs
- Design Assets: Graphics, fonts, templates
- Exclusive Content: Behind-the-scenes, early access
How to Add Products
- Click "+ Add Link" → Choose "Product"
- Upload your digital file or link to hosted file
- Set your price
- Add product title and description
- Upload a product image/thumbnail
- Publish
✨ Pro Tip: Bundle related products together for higher perceived value and larger sales!
3. Offer Services & Bookings
Sell your time and expertise with booking links.
- 1:1 Coaching: Personal consultations
- Freelance Services: Design, writing, video editing
- Virtual Events: Workshops, Q&As, masterclasses
- Content Reviews: Portfolio reviews, feedback sessions
Setting Up Bookings
- Connect Calendly, Cal.com, or similar tool
- Add booking link to your hoo.be profile
- Set your rates and availability
- Add clear service descriptions
4. Affiliate Marketing
Earn commissions by promoting products you love.
Popular Affiliate Programs
- Amazon Associates: Earn 1-10% on products
- LTK (rewardStyle): Fashion and lifestyle
- ShareASale: Thousands of brands
- Brand Partnerships: Direct deals with companies
Affiliate Link Tips
- ✓ Only promote products you actually use and trust
- ✓ Disclose affiliate relationships (legally required)
- ✓ Use descriptive titles: "Shop My Favorite Skincare"
- ✓ Track which links perform best
5. Memberships & Subscriptions
Create recurring revenue with membership programs.
- Patreon: Link to your Patreon page
- YouTube Memberships: Direct to membership page
- Discord Communities: Paid community access
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Paid Substack or Ghost
Payment Processing
Supported Payment Methods
- Stripe: Credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay
- PayPal: PayPal balance, cards
- Cash App: Direct Cash App payments
- Venmo: Link to your Venmo
Fees & Pricing
- hoo.be Fee: 5% on transactions (Free plan) or 0% (Pro plan)
- Stripe Fee: 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction
- PayPal Fee: 2.99% + $0.49 per transaction
- Payout Schedule: Weekly or instant (for Pro)
Maximizing Revenue
Conversion Strategies
- Place monetization links at the top of your profile
- Use clear, action-oriented titles ("Buy My Course" not just "Course")
- Add urgency with limited-time offers
- Show social proof ("500+ students enrolled!")
- Bundle products for higher average order value
Promotion Ideas
- Announce new products in your content
- Create dedicated promotion videos/posts
- Offer launch discounts for new products
- Run seasonal sales and promotions
- Share customer testimonials and success stories
⚠️ Legal Note: You're responsible for taxes on income earned. Consult a tax professional for guidance.
Tracking Your Earnings
Monitor performance in your hoo.be Analytics dashboard:
- Total revenue
- Revenue by link/product
- Conversion rates
- Average transaction value
- Top-earning products