Channel Management

Channels are the heart of your Flexilocus profile. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about adding, managing, verifying, and optimizing your content channels to attract brand collaborations.

Understanding Channels

What Are Channels?

Channels are your content platforms where you create and publish content for your audience. In Flexilocus, a channel represents each individual social media account, content platform, or distribution method you use.

Supported Channel Types:

  • YouTube: Video content platform
  • Instagram: Photos, Reels, Stories, and IGTV
  • TikTok: Short-form video content
  • X (formerly Twitter): Microblogging and social networking
  • LinkedIn: Professional networking and content
  • Newsletter: Email newsletter subscribers
  • Podcast: Audio content distribution

Why Channels Are Important for Collaborations

Channels are essential because:

  1. Discovery: Brands search for creators based on specific platforms
  2. Verification: Channels prove you own and operate these accounts
  3. Statistics: Channel data helps brands evaluate fit and potential ROI
  4. Pricing: Different channels and audience sizes command different rates
  5. Proposals: Brands create proposals for specific channels
  6. Deliverables: Collaborations are executed through your channels
  7. Performance: Results are measured at the channel level

Verified vs Unverified Channels

Unverified Channels:

  • Just added to your profile
  • Pending admin review
  • May have limited visibility
  • Cannot be used for active collaborations yet

Verified Channels:

  • ✅ Approved by Flexilocus admin team
  • Visible to brands in discovery
  • Can be used for collaborations
  • Shows professionalism and legitimacy
  • Higher trust from brands

Platform-Specific vs Multi-Platform Approach

Single Platform Focus:

  • Specialize in one platform (e.g., YouTube only)
  • Deep expertise in that platform's algorithm and best practices
  • Easier to manage and maintain
  • May limit collaboration opportunities

Multi-Platform Strategy:

  • Present on multiple platforms
  • Diversified audience and revenue streams
  • More collaboration opportunities
  • Can offer cross-platform packages to brands
  • Requires more time and resource management

Best Practice: Start with your strongest platform, then gradually add others as you grow.

Adding Your First Channel

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Navigate to Channel Management

  1. Log in to your Flexilocus creator dashboard
  2. Click on "Channels" or "Manage Channels" in the navigation menu
  3. You'll see your channels page (may be empty if you haven't added any yet)

Step 2: Initiate the Add Channel Process

  1. Look for the "Add Channel" or "+ New Channel" button
  2. Click it to open the Add Channel modal/form
  3. The form will guide you through multiple steps

Step 3: Select Platform Type

  1. Choose the platform type from the available options:
    • YouTube
    • Instagram
    • TikTok
    • X/Twitter
    • LinkedIn
    • Newsletter
    • Podcast
  2. Click "Next" or "Continue"

Step 4: Enter Channel Information

The required information varies by platform, but typically includes:

Channel Name:

  • Your channel's official name
  • Example: "Tech Reviews with John" (YouTube) or "JohnDoeOfficial" (Instagram)

Channel Handle/Username:

  • Your unique identifier on that platform
  • Important: Enter WITHOUT the @ symbol
  • The system adds @ when displaying
  • Example: Enter "johndoe" not "@johndoe"

Channel URL:

  • Full URL to your channel or profile
  • Example: https://www.youtube.com/@johndoe or https://instagram.com/johndoe
  • Make sure the URL is correct and accessible

Subscriber/Follower Count:

  • Current number of subscribers or followers
  • Be accurate—this will be verified
  • You can update this later as your audience grows

Channel Category:

  • Select the primary content category
  • Choose the one that best represents your content
  • You can select multiple categories if applicable

Step 5: Upload Channel Avatar

  1. Click "Upload Avatar" or the image placeholder
  2. Select a high-quality image (usually your channel's profile picture)
  3. Recommended size: 400x400 pixels minimum
  4. Accepted formats: JPG, PNG, WebP
  5. This should match your actual profile picture on the platform

Step 6: Review and Submit

  1. Review all the information you've entered
  2. Make sure everything is accurate
  3. Check URLs for typos
  4. Click "Submit" or "Add Channel"
  5. Your channel is now added but will be "Pending Verification"

Platform-Specific Requirements

YouTube Channels

  • Channel name (as it appears on YouTube)
  • YouTube handle (without @)
  • Channel URL (youtube.com/@yourhandle or youtube.com/c/yourchannel)
  • Subscriber count
  • Channel avatar/logo

Instagram Accounts

  • Instagram username (without @)
  • Profile URL (instagram.com/yourusername)
  • Follower count
  • Account type (Personal, Creator, Business)
  • Profile picture

TikTok Accounts

  • TikTok username (without @)
  • Profile URL (tiktok.com/@yourusername)
  • Follower count
  • Profile picture

X/Twitter Accounts

  • Twitter handle (without @)
  • Profile URL (x.com/yourhandle or twitter.com/yourhandle)
  • Follower count
  • Profile picture

LinkedIn Profiles/Pages

  • LinkedIn profile name or company page name
  • Profile/page URL
  • Connections or followers count
  • Profile picture

Newsletter

  • Newsletter name
  • URL (if hosted on a platform like Substack, Beehiiv, etc.)
  • Subscriber count
  • Newsletter logo

Podcast

  • Podcast name
  • Podcast URL (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or podcast website)
  • Subscriber/listener count
  • Podcast artwork

Channel Verification Process

Why Channel Verification Is Required

Verification ensures:

  • You actually own and control the channel
  • Channel statistics are accurate
  • No fraudulent or fake accounts
  • Brands can trust the creator they're working with
  • Platform integrity and quality standards

What Admin Verification Means

Admin verification is a manual review process where the Flexilocus team:

  1. Checks that the channel exists and is active
  2. Verifies you own the channel (by checking if information matches)
  3. Reviews content for quality and appropriateness
  4. Confirms statistics are reasonably accurate
  5. Ensures the channel meets platform guidelines

Verification Statuses

Pending:

  • ⏳ Your channel has been submitted
  • Awaiting admin review
  • Usually processed within 24-48 hours
  • You'll receive a notification when reviewed

Verified:

  • ✅ Your channel has been approved
  • Visible to brands in discovery
  • Can be used for collaboration proposals
  • Shows a verification badge

Rejected:

  • ❌ Your channel did not pass verification
  • You'll receive a reason for rejection
  • You can resubmit after addressing issues
  • Common reasons include: ownership issues, inaccurate information, inappropriate content, inactive account

What Happens After Submitting a Channel for Verification

  1. Submission Confirmation: You'll see a message confirming your channel was submitted
  2. Review Queue: Your channel enters the admin review queue
  3. Admin Review: Team reviews your channel (typically 1-2 business days)
  4. Decision: Channel is either verified or rejected
  5. Notification: You receive an email and in-app notification of the decision
  6. Status Update: Channel status updates on your channels page

How to Handle Rejection and Resubmit

If your channel is rejected:

Step 1: Check the Rejection Reason

  • Log in to your channels page
  • Find the rejected channel
  • Read the "Rejection Note" or "Admin Feedback"

Common Rejection Reasons:

  • Ownership can't be verified: Make sure your Flexilocus profile name matches your channel name or is clearly connected
  • Incorrect information: URL was wrong, follower count significantly inflated, or handle doesn't match
  • Inactive account: Channel hasn't posted in a long time
  • Inappropriate content: Content violates platform policies
  • Duplicate submission: Channel already exists in system under another account

Step 2: Address the Issues

  • Fix any incorrect information
  • Update your channel to meet requirements
  • Gather proof of ownership if needed (screenshot, bio mention, etc.)

Step 3: Resubmit

  • Edit the channel information
  • Correct any errors
  • Add any notes for the admin team
  • Resubmit for verification

Step 4: Contact Support if Needed

  • If rejection seems incorrect, reach out to support
  • Provide proof of ownership
  • Explain your situation
  • Support can expedite review or provide guidance

Verification Notes and Feedback

When your channel is verified or rejected, you may receive notes:

Verification Notes (if approved):

  • May include tips for optimizing your channel listing
  • Suggestions for improving your storefront
  • Next steps to attract brands

Rejection Feedback (if rejected):

  • Specific reason for rejection
  • What needs to be fixed
  • How to resubmit successfully
  • Support contact if you have questions

Platform Integrations

What Are Platform Integrations?

Platform integrations are OAuth connections that link your actual social media accounts directly to Flexilocus. This allows:

  • Automatic data syncing
  • Analytics access
  • Easier verification
  • Real-time statistics updates

Available Integrations

YouTube Integration:

  • OAuth connection to your YouTube channel
  • Enables automatic subscriber count updates
  • Provides access to analytics data (with your permission)
  • Syncs channel information

Instagram Integration:

  • OAuth connection to your Instagram account
  • Enables follower count syncing
  • May provide insights data
  • Verifies account ownership

Coming Soon:

  • TikTok integration
  • X/Twitter integration
  • Other platforms as they become available

Benefits of Connecting Your Accounts

  1. Automatic Updates: Stats update automatically without manual entry
  2. Analytics Access: Brands may be able to see verified analytics
  3. Easier Verification: Speeds up the admin verification process
  4. Trust Building: Shows you're serious and transparent
  5. Accuracy: Reduces human error in statistics
  6. Time Saving: No need to manually update follower counts

How to Connect YouTube for Analytics

Step 1: Navigate to Integrations

  1. Go to Settings or Channels page
  2. Find "Integrations" or "Connected Accounts" section
  3. Look for YouTube integration option

Step 2: Initiate Connection

  1. Click "Connect YouTube" or "Integrate YouTube"
  2. You'll be redirected to Google's authorization page

Step 3: Authorize Access

  1. Select the Google account associated with your YouTube channel
  2. Review the permissions Flexilocus is requesting (typically: view channel data, analytics)
  3. Click "Allow" or "Authorize"

Step 4: Select Channel

  1. If you have multiple YouTube channels, select the one to connect
  2. Confirm your selection

Step 5: Confirmation

  1. You'll be redirected back to Flexilocus
  2. Your YouTube channel is now connected
  3. Analytics enablement may be automatic or require one more toggle

What Flexilocus Can Access:

  • Channel name and description
  • Subscriber count
  • Video count
  • View counts
  • Basic analytics (views, watch time, engagement)
  • Public channel information

What Flexilocus CANNOT Access:

  • Your Google account password
  • Personal emails
  • Private videos (unless specified)
  • Ability to post on your behalf (unless explicitly granted)

How to Connect Instagram

Step 1: Navigate to Integrations

  1. Go to Settings or Channels page
  2. Find "Integrations" section
  3. Look for Instagram integration option

Step 2: Initiate Connection

  1. Click "Connect Instagram"
  2. Redirected to Instagram/Facebook authorization

Step 3: Authorize

  1. Log in to Instagram (if not already logged in)
  2. Select the Instagram account to connect
  3. Review permissions
  4. Click "Authorize"

Step 4: Confirmation

  1. Return to Flexilocus
  2. Instagram account is connected
  3. Data begins syncing

Note: Instagram integration may require a Professional or Business account (not Personal).

Managing and Disconnecting Integrations

To View Connected Accounts:

  1. Go to Settings → Integrations
  2. See all connected platforms
  3. View connection status and last sync time

To Disconnect:

  1. Find the integration you want to remove
  2. Click "Disconnect" or "Revoke Access"
  3. Confirm your decision
  4. The integration is removed (data already synced remains)

Why You Might Disconnect:

  • Switching to a different account
  • Privacy concerns
  • No longer using that platform
  • Technical issues requiring reconnection

To Reconnect:

  • Simply follow the connection steps again
  • Previous data associations should be maintained

Analytics Enablement for Integrated Channels

Some integrations allow brands to view your analytics:

Enabling Analytics Sharing:

  1. Go to your channel settings for the integrated channel
  2. Find "Share Analytics" or "Analytics Access" toggle
  3. Enable it to allow brands to view verified data
  4. Brands can now see your performance metrics

What Brands Can See (if enabled):

  • View counts and trends
  • Engagement rates
  • Audience demographics
  • Watch time / session duration
  • Growth trends

What Brands CANNOT See:

  • Revenue data
  • Private analytics
  • Personal information
  • Data you haven't authorized

Recommendation: Enabling analytics builds trust and helps brands make informed decisions. Only verified, aggregate data is shared.

Managing Channel Statistics

Importance of Accurate Statistics for Brands

Accurate statistics are crucial because:

  • Brands base collaboration budgets on your reach
  • Inflated numbers lead to failed campaigns and damaged reputation
  • Accurate data builds long-term trust
  • Helps brands calculate ROI and set realistic expectations
  • Affects your discoverability in brand searches

Manual Statistics Entry

If you haven't connected integrations, you'll need to enter stats manually:

How to Update Statistics:

  1. Go to Manage Channels page
  2. Select the channel you want to update
  3. Click "Edit" or "Update Statistics"
  4. Enter current statistics (see platform-specific metrics below)
  5. Save changes

When to Update:

  • When you first add a channel
  • Monthly or quarterly as your channel grows
  • Before major campaign applications
  • When brands request updated information

Platform-Specific Statistics

YouTube Statistics

Basic Metrics:

  • Subscribers: Total subscriber count
  • Total Views: Lifetime views across all videos
  • Video Count: Number of published videos
  • Average Views Per Video: Total views ÷ video count

Engagement Metrics:

  • Engagement Rate: (Likes + Comments) ÷ Views × 100
  • Like Rate: Likes ÷ Views × 100
  • Comment Rate: Comments ÷ Views × 100
  • Watch Time: Average percentage of videos watched

Advanced Metrics (if available through integration):

  • Average view duration
  • Click-through rate (CTR)
  • Audience retention rate
  • Subscriber growth rate

Instagram Statistics

Basic Metrics:

  • Followers: Total follower count
  • Following: Number of accounts you follow (optional)
  • Post Count: Total posts

Engagement Metrics:

  • Average Likes Per Post: Sum of recent post likes ÷ number of posts
  • Average Comments Per Post: Sum of recent post comments ÷ number of posts
  • Engagement Rate: (Likes + Comments) ÷ Followers × 100

Reels/Video Specific:

  • Average Views Per Reel: Average views on Reels content
  • Reel Engagement Rate: Engagement specific to Reels

Stories (if applicable):

  • Story Views: Average views per story
  • Story Engagement: Replies, shares, interactions

TikTok Statistics

Basic Metrics:

  • Followers: Total follower count
  • Total Likes: Cumulative likes across all videos
  • Video Count: Number of published videos

Engagement Metrics:

  • Average Views Per Post: Average views on recent videos
  • Engagement Rate: (Likes + Comments + Shares) ÷ Views × 100
  • Share Rate: Shares ÷ Views × 100

Advanced:

  • Average watch time
  • For You Page (FYP) rate
  • Follower growth rate

X/Twitter Statistics

Basic Metrics:

  • Followers: Total follower count
  • Following: Number of accounts you follow
  • Tweet Count: Total tweets

Engagement Metrics:

  • Average Likes Per Tweet: Average likes on recent tweets
  • Average Retweets: Average retweets on recent tweets
  • Average Replies: Average replies
  • Engagement Rate: (Likes + Retweets + Replies) ÷ Impressions × 100

Advanced:

  • Impressions per tweet
  • Profile visits
  • Click-through rate on links

LinkedIn Statistics

For Personal Profiles:

  • Connections: Total connections (max 30,000)
  • Followers: People following your public updates

For Company Pages:

  • Followers: Total page followers

Engagement:

  • Average Post Impressions: Average views per post
  • Engagement Rate: (Likes + Comments + Shares) ÷ Impressions × 100
  • Click-through Rate: Clicks on content

Newsletter Statistics

Subscriber Metrics:

  • Total Subscribers: Active subscriber count
  • Subscriber Growth Rate: New subscribers per month

Engagement Metrics:

  • Open Rate: Percentage of subscribers who open emails (industry average: 20-30%)
  • Click-Through Rate (CTR): Percentage who click links (industry average: 2-5%)
  • Unsubscribe Rate: Percentage who unsubscribe per send

Content Metrics:

  • Send Frequency: How often you send (weekly, monthly, etc.)
  • Average Opens: Average opens per send
  • Average Clicks: Average clicks per send

Podcast Statistics

Listener Metrics:

  • Total Subscribers/Followers: Across all platforms
  • Average Listens Per Episode: Average downloads/listens per episode
  • Total Downloads: Cumulative downloads

Engagement:

  • Completion Rate: Percentage of episode listened to
  • Listener Growth Rate: Month-over-month growth

Distribution:

  • Platforms: Where podcast is available (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.)
  • Episode Count: Total published episodes

Data Source Types

When entering statistics, you may need to specify the source:

Manual:

  • You entered the data yourself
  • Based on platform insights you've viewed
  • Most common for new channels

API Integration:

  • Data automatically pulled from platform via OAuth
  • Most accurate and up-to-date
  • Updated regularly

Scraped (if applicable):

  • Data collected from public information
  • May not be as accurate as API data
  • Used when API integration isn't available

Updating Stats Regularly

Best Practices:

  • Update at least monthly for actively growing channels
  • Update before applying to major campaigns
  • Set reminders to review statistics quarterly
  • Be consistent with update frequency
  • Note: Integrated channels update automatically

How Statistics Affect Your Profile:

  • Brands filter by follower count ranges
  • Outdated stats may cause you to miss opportunities
  • Growth trends show your momentum
  • Regular updates show you're active and serious

Audience Demographics

Geographic Distribution

Enter the countries where your audience is located:

How to Add:

  1. Go to channel settings
  2. Find "Audience Demographics" or "Geography" section
  3. Add countries and their percentage of your audience
  4. Example:
    • United States: 45%
    • United Kingdom: 20%
    • Canada: 15%
    • Australia: 10%
    • Other: 10%

Total should equal 100%

Where to Find This Data:

  • YouTube Studio → Analytics → Audience → Geography
  • Instagram Insights → Audience → Top Locations
  • TikTok Analytics → Followers → Territories
  • Twitter Analytics → Audience → Location
  • Podcast analytics platforms

Why It Matters:

  • Brands targeting specific countries want relevant creators
  • Regional campaigns require local audiences
  • International brands need creators with global reach

Age Range Breakdown

Enter the age distribution of your audience:

Common Age Ranges:

  • 13-17 years
  • 18-24 years
  • 25-34 years
  • 35-44 years
  • 45-54 years
  • 55-64 years
  • 65+ years

Example:

  • 18-24: 35%
  • 25-34: 40%
  • 35-44: 15%
  • 45-54: 7%
  • Other: 3%

Where to Find:

  • Platform analytics/insights under "Audience" or "Demographics"

Why It Matters:

  • Brands have target demographics
  • Age affects purchasing power and interests
  • Campaign messaging varies by age group

Gender Distribution

How to Enter:

  1. Navigate to channel demographics
  2. Add gender percentages
  3. Example:
    • Female: 52%
    • Male: 46%
    • Other/Non-binary: 2%

Where to Find:

  • Platform analytics → Audience → Gender

Why It Matters:

  • Many products have gender-specific target markets
  • Helps brands assess audience fit
  • Affects campaign strategy and messaging

How Brands Use This Information

Brands use your channel statistics and demographics to:

  1. Evaluate Fit: Does your audience match their target market?
  2. Calculate Budget: Larger, more engaged audiences command higher rates
  3. Set Expectations: Predict campaign performance based on your metrics
  4. Choose Platforms: Decide which of your channels to collaborate on
  5. Measure ROI: Compare campaign results to your typical performance
  6. Geographic Targeting: Reach specific countries or regions
  7. Demographic Targeting: Reach specific age groups or genders

Keeping Demographics Updated

Update Frequency:

  • Every 3-6 months (demographics change slower than follower counts)
  • When you notice significant audience shifts
  • Before major campaign applications

Why It's Important:

  • Outdated demographics can lead to poor brand matches
  • Affects your discoverability
  • Builds trust with brands when data is current

Channel Categories & Interests

Available Content Categories

Flexilocus offers various content categories to help brands discover creators:

Common Categories:

  • Beauty & Fashion
  • Fitness & Health
  • Food & Cooking
  • Travel & Lifestyle
  • Technology & Gadgets
  • Gaming & Esports
  • Business & Finance
  • Education & How-To
  • Entertainment & Comedy
  • Family & Parenting
  • Home & DIY
  • Music & Arts
  • Sports & Outdoors
  • Automotive
  • Pets & Animals
  • Science & Nature
  • And more...

How to Assign Categories to Your Channels

Step 1: Access Channel Settings

  1. Go to Manage Channels
  2. Select the channel you want to categorize
  3. Click "Edit" or "Manage Channel"

Step 2: Select Categories

  1. Find the "Content Categories" or "Channel Categories" section
  2. You'll see a list of checkboxes or a dropdown menu

Step 3: Choose Relevant Categories

  1. Select all categories that apply to your content
  2. Be honest—don't select categories just to appear in more searches
  3. Prioritize your primary categories

Step 4: Save

  1. Click "Save" or "Update"
  2. Your channel is now tagged with these categories

Multiple Category Selection

You can select multiple categories if:

  • Your content spans multiple topics
  • You create diverse content types
  • You're a lifestyle creator covering various subjects

Example: A fitness creator who also posts healthy recipes might select:

  • Fitness & Health
  • Food & Cooking
  • Lifestyle

Best Practice:

  • Select 2-5 categories max
  • Focus on your core content areas
  • Don't dilute your niche by selecting too many

How Categories Help Brands Find You

Brand Search Process:

  1. Brand filters for creators in "Fitness & Health" category
  2. Your channel appears because you selected this category
  3. Brand reviews your profile and reaches out

Multiple Category Advantage:

  • Appear in more brand searches
  • Attract diverse collaboration opportunities
  • Showcase your versatility

Category Specificity:

  • Some brands search broadly ("Lifestyle")
  • Others search very specifically ("Vegan Cooking")
  • Being in the right category is critical for discovery

Channel-Specific Interests and Niches

Beyond broad categories, you can specify niche interests:

Examples:

  • Fitness: Yoga, Weightlifting, CrossFit, Running, Cycling
  • Beauty: Skincare, Makeup Tutorials, Hair Care, Nail Art
  • Gaming: FPS Games, RPGs, Indie Games, Mobile Gaming
  • Food: Vegan Cooking, Baking, Meal Prep, Restaurant Reviews

How to Add Niches:

  1. In channel settings, find "Interests" or "Niche Tags"
  2. Add specific tags or keywords
  3. These may be free-form text or predefined options
  4. Be specific and accurate

Benefits:

  • Hyper-targeted brand discovery
  • Attract brands looking for specific niches
  • Differentiate yourself from generic category matches

Managing Multiple Channels

Adding Multiple Channels on the Same Platform

Yes, you can add multiple channels from the same platform:

Examples:

  • Multiple YouTube channels (e.g., main channel + vlog channel)
  • Multiple Instagram accounts (e.g., main account + niche account)
  • Multiple TikTok accounts

When to Add Multiple:

  • You manage separate channels for different content types
  • You have a personal brand and a themed page
  • You've rebranded and maintain both old and new channels

How to Add:

  1. Simply repeat the "Add Channel" process
  2. Select the same platform type
  3. Enter the different channel information
  4. Each channel will be verified separately

Setting a Primary Channel Per Platform

If you have multiple channels on one platform:

Primary Channel:

  • The channel you want featured most prominently
  • Shows first in brand discovery
  • Represents your main presence on that platform

How to Set Primary:

  1. Go to Manage Channels
  2. Find the channel you want as primary
  3. Look for "Set as Primary" toggle or button
  4. Enable it
  5. Other channels on that platform become secondary

What It Affects:

  • Order of channels on your storefront
  • Prominence in brand searches
  • Default channel for proposals (brands can still select others)

Managing Active/Inactive Channels

Active Channels:

  • Currently used for content creation
  • Visible to brands
  • Available for collaborations

Inactive Channels:

  • Channels you no longer actively use
  • Can be hidden from brands
  • Preserved in your profile for future reactivation

How to Deactivate a Channel:

  1. Go to Manage Channels
  2. Select the channel
  3. Click "Edit"
  4. Toggle "Active Status" to "Inactive" or "Hidden"
  5. Save changes

Why Deactivate:

  • Taking a break from that platform
  • Rebranding or transitioning content
  • Platform no longer aligns with your strategy
  • Want to focus on other channels

Reactivating:

  • Simply toggle back to "Active"
  • Channel becomes visible again

Deleting Channels (Soft Delete)

Soft Delete means:

  • Channel is removed from your profile
  • Data is retained in the system
  • You can potentially restore it later
  • Different from permanently deleting

How to Delete:

  1. Navigate to Manage Channels
  2. Select the channel to remove
  3. Click "Delete" or "Remove Channel"
  4. Confirm your decision
  5. Channel is removed from your profile

When to Delete:

  • You no longer own/control that channel
  • Channel was closed or banned
  • Duplicate entry
  • Channel doesn't meet platform requirements

Important Notes:

  • Delete channels you no longer control
  • Don't delete channels with active collaborations
  • Deleting a channel may affect ongoing proposals

Switching Between Channels in Collaborations

When a brand reaches out:

Single-Channel Collaborations:

  • Brand proposes work on one specific channel
  • You accept or negotiate for that channel

Multi-Channel Collaborations:

  • Brand wants to work across multiple of your channels
  • Proposal includes packages for different channels
  • You can accept some and decline others

Proposing Alternative Channels: If a brand reaches out for Channel A, but Channel B is a better fit:

  1. Respond in the collaboration chat
  2. Suggest your alternative channel
  3. Explain why it's a better fit
  4. Provide statistics for the alternative
  5. Brand can modify their proposal

Channel Selection in Proposals:

  • Brands select specific channels when creating proposals
  • You can counter with different channels
  • Both parties must agree on final channel selection

Channel Management Best Practices

Complete Every Section

  • Fill out all information for each channel
  • Don't leave statistics blank
  • Add demographics when available
  • Select appropriate categories
  • Upload high-quality avatars

Keep Information Current

  • Update statistics monthly or quarterly
  • Refresh demographics every 6 months
  • Adjust categories if your content focus shifts
  • Update channel URLs if they change

Verify Ownership

  • Use matching names/branding across platforms
  • Connect integrations when possible
  • Respond to admin verification requests promptly
  • Provide proof of ownership if needed

Quality Over Quantity

  • It's better to have 2-3 well-maintained, verified channels than 10 incomplete ones
  • Focus on your strongest platforms first
  • Only add channels you actively use

Professional Presentation

  • Use consistent branding across channels
  • Professional avatars and banners
  • Clear, compelling channel descriptions
  • Accurate, honest statistics

Regular Maintenance

  • Review your channels page monthly
  • Remove channels you no longer control
  • Update active/inactive status
  • Check verification status

Troubleshooting Channel Issues

Channel Won't Verify

Possible Reasons:

  • Information doesn't match actual channel
  • Channel URL is incorrect
  • Can't confirm you own the channel
  • Channel is inactive or has no content
  • Statistics are significantly inflated

Solutions:

  • Double-check all information for accuracy
  • Make sure your Flexilocus profile name matches or links to your channel
  • Add a mention of Flexilocus in your channel bio temporarily
  • Provide additional proof to support team
  • Wait the full review period (24-48 hours)

Can't Connect Integration

Possible Reasons:

  • Already connected to another Flexilocus account
  • Platform's OAuth service is down
  • Browser blocking pop-ups
  • Not logged into the correct account

Solutions:

  • Make sure you're logged into the correct platform account
  • Enable pop-ups for Flexilocus
  • Try a different browser
  • Disconnect from any previous account first
  • Contact support if the issue persists

Statistics Not Updating

For Manual Entry:

  • You need to update them yourself regularly
  • Set a reminder to update monthly

For Integrated Channels:

  • Check that integration is still connected
  • Reconnect the integration
  • Wait 24 hours for sync to occur
  • Contact support if data is still stale

Channel Doesn't Appear in Brand Discovery

Possible Reasons:

  • Channel is not verified yet
  • Brand discovery is disabled
  • Channel is marked inactive
  • Profile is incomplete

Solutions:

  • Wait for verification to complete
  • Enable brand discovery in settings
  • Set channel to active
  • Complete all profile sections

Next Steps

Now that you understand channel management:

  1. Add Your Channels → Start adding your platforms now
  2. Connect Integrations → Link your YouTube/Instagram for automatic updates
  3. Build Your Storefront → Showcase your channels → Storefront
  4. Create Offerings → Set up packages for each channel → Storefront
  5. Get Discovered → Enable discovery and start attracting brands → Discovering Brands

Your channels are the foundation of your earning potential on Flexilocus. Take the time to set them up properly, and you'll reap the rewards!