ManyVids
| File:ManyVids logo.png | |
Type of site | Private |
|---|---|
| Available in | English |
| Headquarters | |
| Industry | Sex |
| Services | Pornography |
| URL | www |
| Advertising | No |
| Registration | Optional |
ManyVids is a Canadian technology company that operates in the adult industry.[3] It specializes in the development of live-streaming, cloud and real-time communication technology. Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, ManyVids was founded in 2014.[1] The company’s rapid growth since its inception has triggered a chain of products and partnerships beyond ManyVids’ core platform. It offers services designed to help adult content creators develop their businesses.[4]
The ManyVids platform let content creators manage their own MV Profiles. They are able to upload videos and pictures for members to purchase and download. They can also run an online shop, offer paid memberships, sell texting and phone call services, and set up crowd sourcing Fund Me campaigns. Their MV Profiles have a wall for members to write on, and an About Me section where MV Stars can link their social media profiles. [5]
The ManyVids brand supports a variety of additional products and services.
Products and Services
MV Takeover
The MV Takeover broadcast allows MV Stars to star in a 3 hour live cam show hosted on ManyVids.com. Members are able to leave tips and unlock special statuses while chatting with the MV Star in real time.[6]
MV Mag
MV Mag is an adult magazine that showcases professionally executed erotic photosets, in-depth interviews with MV Stars, and fantasy stories. Available to download from ManyVids.com, it’s free for members and MV Stars.[7]
MV Podcast
Streamed live on ManyVids.com and later uploaded to the ManyVids Youtube channel, the MV Podcast is a live show starring trans comedian Tranna and controversial Canadian media personality Bunty.[8] They host a weekly, hour long interview with cam girls and porn stars that tries to show the world that sex workers are smart, fun people with a lot of interesting stories to share.
MV Blog
The MV Blog features editorial content written by MV Stars as well as company announcements written by ManyVids staff. The personal content submitted by MV Stars ranges from topics like overcoming anxiety through web camming to protecting the freedoms of sex workers.[9]
MV Pop
The ManyVids Youtube series has mainstream, original content that is completely safe for work. MV Stars are filmed in short, humorous scenarios that have a mildly sexual theme.[10]
MV Loft
Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, the MV Loft is a 3500 square foot space where invited MV Stars stay for 3 days of photoshoots, MV Takeovers, live interviews and more.[11]
MV Community Support Hotline
ManyVids launched an in-house hotline dedicated to supporting their MV Stars. The hotline is staffed by an in-house Support Worker. It is a free and confidential resource that MV Stars can use when they need emotional or psychological support, want to ask questions about the industry or need to find local resources.[12]
Corporate Affairs and Culture
Environment
The ManyVids office is located in a loft-like space in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. With over 70 employees, the office has a cafeteria with an on-site chef, an exercise room, and 7 meeting rooms. No adult content is filmed in the ManyVids office.[1]
Celebrity Partnerships
In September 2017, ManyVids teamed up with American model and activist Amber Rose in support of The Amber Rose SlutWalk, a non-profit advocacy organization that works to end slut-shaming and to spark a conversation on women’s empowerment and LGTBQ rights.[13] Amber Rose was the first celebrity to appear live on the MV Takeover platform.
In November 2017, ManyVids named American television personality Farrah Abraham their newest MV Ambassador to promote sex positivity.[14]
Campaigns and Philanthropy
In July 2017, along with companies like Amazon, Netflix, and Twitter, ManyVids joined the fight for Net Neutrality and participated in the July 12th Day of Actions, a movement organized by the nonprofit organization Fight for the Future. ManyVids launched a campaign called the The Internet is Mine to promote the movement.
In November 2017, ManyVids launched the We Are Many campaign[15] to help raise awareness of the issue of abuse against sex workers. The campaign culminated with a donation of $11,800 USD to the Sex Workers Outreach Project USA to help them end violence against sex workers.
In December 2017, ManyVids donated $5,000 USD to the Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection to demonstrate the adult industry's commitment to helping parents prevent children from viewing age-inappropriate content.[16]
Industry Recognition
In 2018, ManyVids was nominated for 3 XBIZ Awards: Progressive Web Company of the Year, Emerging Web Brand of the Year and Clip Site of the Year.[17] They won the award for Clip Site of the Year; two of the company’s founders were on hand to accept the award.[18]
See also
References
- ^ a b c d "This Montreal Company Wants To Hire You Right Now". 8 January 2018.
- ^ "manyvids.com Site Overview". Alexa Internet. Retrieved 25 January 2017.
- ^ "Farrah Abraham Is Now a Sex-Positive Ambassador, and Honestly, Go Girl!". 17 November 2017.
- ^ "Porn Companies Tell Us Why the End of Net Neutrality Will Make Porn Boring". 22 June 2017.
- ^ ManyVids.com. "ManyVids - Hottest vids from your favorite girls". ManyVids.com.
- ^ "ManyVids Moves Into Live Streaming With 'MV Takeover'". 05 September 2017.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "ManyVids Spotlights Cam Girls in Special Edition of MV Mag". 27 April 2017.
- ^ "ManyVids Announces The "MV Podcast" Series". 10 October 2017.
- ^ ManyVids.com. "ManyVids - Hottest vids from your favorite girls". ManyVids.com.
- ^ "ManyVids Launches 'In Bed With...' YouTube Series". 23 October 2017.
- ^ "ManyVids Opens Production Pad in Montreal". 3 November 2017.
- ^ "ManyVids to Launch Community Support Hotline". 13 December 2017.
- ^ "Amber Rose Breaks Barriers". September 2017.
- ^ "Farrah Abraham named ManyVids Ambassador for sex positivity, hosts MV takeover on Nov 22". 16 November 2017.
- ^ "ManyVids Launches #WeAreMany Campaign to Fight Against Sex Abuse". 30 November 2017.
- ^ "ManyVids Becomes Newest ASACP Corporate Sponsor". 9 January 2018.
- ^ "XBIZ Announces Finalist Nominees for 2018 XBIZ Awards". 16 November 2017.
- ^ "ManyVids Lands 2018 XBIZ Award for Clip Site of the Year". 22 January 2018.