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You Agree On The Deal. We Secure The Settlement.

Protected payments, deliverable tracking, and clear approvals. 100% free for creators. Zero advance risk.

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Funds locked in hold before filming • Direct bank payout
Protected Milestone Holds RBI-Authorized Payment Partner Official GST Invoices Quick KYC Verification Downloadable Settlement PDFs 72-Hour Auto-Approval Verified Public Profiles Structured Activity Record 1% Profit Pledge for India
Traditional Deals vs. PayoutSetu

Traditional Collaboration vs. Protected Settlement

Compare unbacked advances and informal chats with milestone funding and guaranteed payouts.

Traditional Deals
Unprotected

Scattered chats, advance risks, and payment delays.

Deals lost in WhatsApp voice notes, unverified payment slips, and unpaid scope creep.

Traditional Deal Collaboration Friction on WhatsApp with Unsecured Advances and Scope Creep
Unsecured Advances
No Review Window
Unclear Scope
Fake Payment Slips
Result: Constant follow-ups, payment delays0% Protected
PayoutSetuWith PayoutSetu
100% Protected

Protected Deals. With clear payment flow.

Brands inspect deliverables within 72-hour review windows. Creators deliver with payment locked.

PayoutSetu Milestone-Based Funding and Settlement with Released Milestones and Auto-Approval Timeline
Milestone Funding
72h Review Window
Capped Revisions
Official Invoicing
Result: Clear terms, protected settlement100% Secure

How PayoutSetu Works

Three simple steps to a fair, transparent, and secure deal.

01

Define Scope & Milestones

Set deliverable formats, draft dates, revision limits, and milestone payouts in minutes, then invite your partner.

02

Confirm & Activate Step-by-Step

Once both sides accept the terms, milestones activate sequentially as the project progresses, giving brands and creators complete confidence before work begins.

03

Review, Approve & Settle

Review submitted drafts within 72 hours. Once approved, the milestone payout is released directly to the creator's bank account.

Fair Review Standards

Clear review timelines. Fair approvals on every deliverable.

Brands inspect submitted drafts within 72 hours with up to 3 structured revisions. Automated reminders keep your team notified before deliverables approve and payments release. Learn how approvals work

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The Settlement Engine

From informal chat to guaranteed bank payout

Agree on terms on WhatsApp, Email, or DM. Settle securely on PayoutSetu with milestone holds and verified payouts.

AI Deal Structuring

Turn chat briefs into structured milestone terms

Generate milestone splits, delivery dates, and revision caps with the AI Deal Assistant or set them manually.

Sequential Milestone SplitsUp to 3 Revisions Cap
Explore Deal Structuring Guide
PayoutSetu AI Deal Assistant Composer Widget structuring milestone terms and delivery schedules
KYC & Public Profile

Verified profiles, media kits, and deal track record

Activity & Auto-Approval

Live activity feed and 72-hour auto-approval

Direct Counterparty Invites

Send a deal invite directly to your partner's email

Verified brands and creators can invite any counterparty by email to onboard, review terms, and accept the deal.

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Designed for Brands. Built for Creators.

Clear terms, milestone holds, and direct bank payouts for brands and creators across India.

For Brands

Scale influencer campaigns safely

  • Zero Advance Risk

    Funds stay in protected hold until you inspect and approve submitted deliverables.

  • Structured Milestones

    Break large campaigns into phases (Script - Draft - Live Post) instead of risking your entire budget.

  • No More Spreadsheet Chaos

    Keep deliverables, revisions, in-app messages, and approvals together in one workspace.

  • GST Invoices & Receipts

    Business-ready workflows with GST invoices and payment receipts for input tax credit.

For Creators

Focus on content, not collections

  • Guaranteed Payment Security

    Agreed funds are secured in a protected hold account before you turn on your camera.

  • 72-Hour Auto-Approval

    If a brand does not review your submission within 72 hours, automatic release rules disburse your payout.

  • Up to 3 Revisions Cap

    Contractual limits prevent clients from demanding endless unpaid changes to your submitted work.

  • 100% Free for Creators

    PayoutSetu charges 0% commission to creators. You receive 100% of your agreed payout directly to your bank.

Founder's Note

Why We Built PayoutSetu

A note on why we exist and what we stand for.

Niteen Balpande - Founder & CEO at PayoutSetu

After founding NitSync Global Solutions and spending years architecting software and SaaS platforms for businesses taking them from early MVPs to production scale, we repeatedly saw the same breakdown in creator collaborations: payments delayed after work was delivered, unclear deliverables, scattered communication, and financial uncertainty for both brands and creators.

We built PayoutSetu to bring structure, transparency, and protected payments to these collaborations. Our goal isn't to become another marketplace. It's to provide a professional platform where both parties can work with greater confidence from the first agreement to the final settlement.

As we continue building, our commitment remains the same: earn trust through transparency, accountability, and a product that solves real problems.

"If PayoutSetu doesn't make collaborations more transparent and professional for both sides, then we've missed our goal."

Niteen Balpande
Founder, PayoutSetu
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about PayoutSetu.

How much does PayoutSetu cost for creators and brands?
PayoutSetu is 100% free for creators (0% commission). Brands pay a transparent platform fee on funded settlements. View our detailed Pricing or read our Platform Fee Guide.
How does PayoutSetu protect brand advances and creator payments?
Milestone funds are deposited into a protected hold account with our RBI-authorized partner bank before work begins. Brands release payment only after reviewing deliverables.
What happens if a brand does not review submitted work?
Submissions include a 72-hour review window. If the brand does not request revisions within 72 hours, the milestone auto-approves and payment releases directly to the creator. See our Payment Release Timeline.
Do creators need GST to receive payments on PayoutSetu?
No. Creators earning under ₹20 Lakhs annually are exempt from GST. You only need a PAN card and bank account. Brands receive official GST invoices for Input Tax Credit. See our GST Invoice Guide.
What happens if a client requests multiple revisions?
Every deal allows up to 3 structured revisions per milestone. Brands provide consolidated feedback, stopping unpaid scope creep. Read our Revision & Dispute Rules.
Can a deal be cancelled or disputed?
Deals can be cancelled before funding. Once funded, either party can raise a dispute if agreed terms are broken. Admins review timestamped evidence and resolve fairly. Read our Settlement Policy.
Is it safe to connect my Indian bank account?
Yes. All settlements are processed by our RBI-authorized banking partner. PayoutSetu never holds your money. Read our Security Overview.

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Create structured creator-brand deals with protected payments, milestone tracking, and transparent approvals - all in one place.

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