Own is a social media platform that gives creators full ownership of their content and audience. It uses an unbiased algorithm to prioritize content merit and organic discovery, aiming to increase creator earnings and provide a more equitable monetization structure.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Creators on existing social media platforms often lack true ownership of their content and follower base, leading to limited monetization potential and algorithmic dependency. This environment can hinder organic discovery and create uncertainty for creators, particularly those in regions without established creator funds.
Solution
Own provides a social media platform designed to empower creators by ensuring they retain full ownership of their content and audience. The platform features an unbiased algorithm that prioritizes content merit and facilitates organic discovery, aiming to increase creator earnings by up to 50%. Own also supports creators through initiatives like a Creator Fund, offering a more equitable monetization structure and a stable environment for growth, especially for those impacted by platform policy changes or lacking access to regional creator programs.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes content creators seeking greater control over their intellectual property and revenue streams, as well as those looking for alternative platforms with more favorable monetization and discovery mechanisms.
Features
- Creator-centric social media platform with full content and follower ownership.
- Algorithm prioritizing content merit and organic discovery for enhanced reach.
- Enhanced monetization opportunities designed to increase creator earnings.
- Creator Fund initiative to support creators with equitable monetization structures.
- Token drop ($OWN) and associated challenges for community engagement and rewards.