Frequently Asked Questions

The Bali Models is a safe community platform for content creators in Bali. We provide free professional portfolios, verified casting opportunities, and a protected space for models, muses, photographers, and wellness professionals to grow their careers.

Anyone creating content in Bali! We welcome models (fashion, commercial, editorial), muses (UGC creators, lifestyle influencers), photographers, videographers, makeup artists, stylists, and wellness professionals. All members must be verified before joining.

Click "Join as Creator" on any page, complete your profile, upload your ID for verification, and add portfolio images. Our team will review your application within 24-48 hours. Once verified, your free portfolio goes live immediately.

Yes, it's 100% free for creators. Forever. No hidden fees, no credit card required, no watermarks on your portfolio. We make money by charging brands and clients to post jobs and access our talent directory. You keep 100% of what you earn from your work.

Absolutely not. We take ZERO commission. When a brand books you, you negotiate your rate and payment directly with them. We're not an agency - we're a platform. Your money is your money.

Your portfolio is always free with unlimited images and full features. Premium ($10/month) gives you priority placement in search results, advanced analytics, featured profile badge, and early access to new features. But Premium is 100% optional - you can build a successful career on the free plan.

We charge brands and clients: $20-50 to post casting calls, $5-10 to message creators directly, and subscription fees for businesses who want unlimited access. Creators never pay to receive opportunities.

We verify every creator personally through a 3-step process: (1) Valid ID verification and photo matching, (2) Portfolio review for authenticity and quality, (3) Community guidelines acknowledgment. This takes 24-48 hours. Once verified, you get a verified badge on your profile.

Yes! You have full privacy controls. Make your profile public (visible to everyone), semi-private (only verified brands can contact you), or private (only people with your direct link). You can also block specific users and report inappropriate behavior.

Brands search our directory by category (model, muse, creative), location, style, and availability. Premium members appear first. Brands can also post casting calls that match your profile criteria, and we'll notify you.

Absolutely. You own your data. You can download your portfolio images, export your stats, and delete your account anytime with one click. No questions asked, no fees.

We verify all brands and creators. We provide secure in-platform messaging (no need to share personal contact info). We have community guidelines with zero-tolerance for harassment. Our safety team reviews all reports within 24 hours. We provide safety resources and emergency contacts.

Report them immediately using the report button on their profile or message. Email safety@thebalimodels.com or call our emergency hotline +62 361 234 567. We investigate all reports within 24 hours and take action from warnings to permanent bans.

Never. We never sell your data. Your email, phone, and ID documents are private and encrypted. Only your public portfolio info (name, bio, portfolio images) is visible. You control what you share.

All brands are verified with business documents. Look for the verified badge. Check their profile for past collaborations and reviews. Use our in-platform messaging first. Always meet in public for first meetings. If something feels wrong, report it.

You can upload JPG, PNG, and WebP images up to 10MB each. We automatically optimize images for web without losing quality. For videos, we support MP4 and MOV up to 100MB (Premium feature).

You have one main profile, but you can create unlimited collections to organize your work by category (e.g., "Fashion Editorial", "UGC Content", "Lifestyle"). This helps brands find exactly what they're looking for.

Yes! Link your Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and website. Your follower counts sync automatically (with your permission) to show brands your reach and engagement.

Click "Forgot Password" on the login page. We'll send a reset link to your email. If you don't receive it, check your spam folder or contact hello@thebalimodels.com for help.