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How It Works

Every algorithm, every revenue split, every decision — explained openly. No black boxes. No hidden agendas.

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New Creator Boost

Fair Revenue Sharing

Transparent splits, not hidden takes

Unlike platforms that keep 45-55% of revenue, Prism Writing operates on a transparent 70/30 split — 70% goes directly to creators, 30% sustains the platform.

70% — Creators
Distributed by quality engagement
30%
Platform operations

How We Compare

Prism Writing
70%
Substack
90%
Medium
50%
YouTube
55%

* Prism adds quality multipliers, floor guarantees, and creator boost on top of the 70% base

Creator's 70%

Distributed proportionally based on engagement quality — not just clicks. Deep reads, completion rates, and meaningful interaction matter more than viral tricks.

Platform's 30%

Covers hosting, fact-checking infrastructure, moderation, development, floor guarantee subsidies, and keeping the platform ad-light and reader-focused.

Quality Multipliers

Rewarding depth, accuracy, and trust

We don't just count views. Revenue distribution is weighted by quality signals that reward depth, accuracy, and trust.

Citation Analysis

1.0x - 2.0x

Content with sources earns more. +0.1x per cited source, up to 2.0x at 10+ citations.

Depth Score

1.0x - 1.5x

Longer, more thorough pieces earn a depth bonus. Maximum multiplier at 1,000+ words.

Verification Boost

1.2x

Fact-checked and verified content receives a 20% earnings boost.

Engagement Quality

Weighted

Completion rate (40%), view duration (30%), and scroll depth (30%) — not just clicks.

Combined multiplier = Citation x Depth x Verification x Engagement

A well-sourced, thorough, verified article can earn up to 3.6x more than a low-effort piece with the same views.

Small Creator Boost

Amplifying new and emerging voices

On most platforms, established voices drown out emerging ones. Our discovery algorithm actively amplifies new and smaller creators.

< 100
2.0x
Max Boost
100-500
1.75x
500-1,000
1.5x
1,000-5,000
1.25x
5,000-10,000
1.1x
10,000+
1.0x

This means a brand-new creator writing quality content gets twice the discovery visibility of an established account — ensuring the best ideas surface, not just the loudest voices.

Geographic Floor Guarantees

Living wages tied to local cost of living

We believe creators deserve a living wage regardless of where they live. Our floor guarantee system ensures minimum monthly earnings tied to local cost of living.

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$5,500-$6,800/mo
US Cities
SF, NYC, LA
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$3,700-$4,500/mo
International
UK, Canada, AU
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$2,400-$3,500/mo
Global Tiers
All Regions

How it works: If a creator's algorithmic earnings fall below their regional floor, the platform subsidizes the difference from the 30% platform share. Active creators with published content in the period always receive at least their floor amount.

Verification Framework

Transparent trust signals on every piece

Every piece of content goes through our quality assessment system. Verification status is always visible to readers — never hidden.

Verified

All major claims fact-checked and confirmed with reliable sources. Sources linked and accessible.

Fact-Checked

Claims reviewed and cross-referenced. Minor claims may remain unverified but core arguments are sound.

Under Review

Content is queued for verification. Published but not yet independently checked.

Disputed

One or more claims have been challenged or found inaccurate. Correction notice displayed prominently.

Quality Scoring
5 weighted factors: verification, citations, depth, reputation, freshness
Source Linking
Every claim mapped to its source for reader verification
Independent Review
Admin verification workflow ensures editorial independence

Discovery Algorithm

Quality-first content surfacing

Our discovery feed doesn't optimize for rage-clicks or time-on-platform. It surfaces content that informs, challenges, and respects your time.

The Discovery Formula

Discovery Score =
Quality Score x Small Creator Boost
Where Quality Score =
Verification (40%)+Citations (15%)+Reputation (20%)+Freshness (10%)+Completeness (15%)
Verification
40%
Reputation
20%
Citations
15%
Completeness
15%
Freshness
10%

What This Means for Readers

  • Verified, well-sourced content surfaces first — not clickbait
  • New voices get algorithmic help to be discovered
  • Engagement quality matters more than engagement volume
  • Content freshness decays naturally — no artificial viral loops
  • You can filter by quality threshold or verification status

Our Commitment

This page isn't just a one-time explanation — it's a living document. As our algorithms evolve, this page evolves with them. Any changes to revenue splits, quality multipliers, or discovery weights will be announced and explained here before they take effect.

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Whether you're an experienced journalist or just getting started, our platform rewards quality, depth, and accountability.