
In a platform with millions of creators, the difference between a subscriber who quietly expires and one who becomes a loyal spender often comes down to one message: your automated welcome DM.
This is not a courtesy note. It’s a conversion moment.
In this updated 2025 guide, we’ll show you how to turn your OnlyFans welcome message into a revenue and retention engine—using proven templates, engagement psychology, and creator-tested strategies. We’ll also show how top creators align their welcome flow with high-intent subscribers coming from discovery platforms like OnlyFinds, where users are already in “buy mode.”
The second someone subscribes is when:
Miss this window, and engagement drops sharply.
Your welcome DM subconsciously answers:
A cold or generic message frames the relationship as transactional. A warm, interactive one frames it as personal and exclusive.
Subscribers who reply to the welcome message are:
Your welcome message isn’t about “being nice”—it’s about starting a loop of interaction.
A strong welcome message has five core elements. Miss one, and performance drops.
Always use the username:
“Hey [username] 💕”
This instantly breaks the “bot” feeling—even if it is automated.
Remind them why they subscribed:
This reduces post-purchase doubt.
Ask one simple thing:
Too many options = no action.
Mention PPV or menus without pressure:
“If you ever want something more personal, my menu is pinned 💌”
Your message should sound like you, not a script factory.
[username] for personalizationPro tip: update this message every few months so repeat subscribers don’t see stale copy.
Best for: retention, replies
Hey [username]! 🖤 Thank you so much for subscribing, I’m really happy you’re here. What kind of content do you enjoy the most? I love tailoring things for my fans 💭
Best for: guiding new subs
Welcome, [username]! ✨ You now have full access to my exclusive posts + DMs. Start with my pinned post—it explains everything and has a little surprise 😉
Best for: early monetization
Hey [username] 💕 thanks for joining! I post regularly on my feed, and I also send exclusive PPV to fans who want something extra. If you’re curious, just reply “MENU” 😘
Best for: loyalty + chat
Welcome to my private space, [username]! I actually love chatting with my fans—what made you subscribe? 💬 Don’t be shy, I always reply.
Best for: high spenders Attach a 15–30 sec pre-recorded video:
Hey [username]! I wanted to personally say thank you for subscribing 🥰 Check out my page and message me anytime—I’d love to get to know you better.
Creators consistently report higher tips and PPV unlocks from video welcomes.
Subscribers coming from:
For high-intent traffic, your welcome message should:
Example:
Hey [username]! 🖤 Since you found me here, you’ll probably love my pinned PPV—it’s one of my most requested. Let me know what you’re into 😘
Instead of asking open questions, give reply prompts:
This lowers friction and increases responses.
If a subscriber doesn’t reply within 24–48h:
Hey [username] 💕 just checking in—did you get a chance to look around yet?
This alone can recover a surprising number of “silent” subs.
Welcome messages work best when paired with:
Creators using platforms like OnlyFinds often see:
Why? Because the subscriber already knows what they’re looking for.
Your welcome message should confirm they found the right creator.
Most creators treat the welcome message like an afterthought. Top creators treat it like a sales funnel entry point.
A great welcome message:
Take 15 minutes to rewrite yours using the structure and templates above. Test small changes. Watch your replies, renewals, and PPV unlocks climb.