Revenue Share
A revenue share is the percentage of a YouTube Creator's revenue that is distributed Monthly to Investors who hold Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) purchased through GigaStar's platform.
Understanding Revenue Share
Revenue share is the foundational concept behind Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) on GigaStar's platform. When a Creator partners with GigaStar, they agree to share a specified percentage of their YouTube revenue with Investors who purchase their CRTs. This percentage is clearly defined in the offering documents and Form C filing with the SEC before any CRTs are sold.
The revenue share is calculated based on the Creator's total YouTube revenue, which includes earnings from advertisements, memberships, Super Chat, and other monetization features available through the YouTube Partner Program. Each month, the Creator's YouTube revenue is tracked, and the agreed-upon percentage is calculated and distributed to CRT holders as Monthly distributions.
It is important to understand that the revenue share percentage is fixed at the time of the offering, but the actual dollar amount of distributions will vary based on the Creator's YouTube revenue performance. If a Creator's channel grows and earns more revenue, the distributions may increase. Conversely, if revenue declines, distributions will decrease accordingly.
Investors should recognize that revenue share distributions are never assured. CRTs are speculative securities, and there is no assurance that a Creator will continue to generate YouTube revenue at any particular level. Factors such as changes in YouTube's monetization policies, shifts in audience engagement, or Creator-specific risks can all impact the revenue that forms the basis of distributions. Investors should carefully review the risk factors disclosed in each offering's Form C before investing.
Key Points to Remember
- Revenue Share is regulated by the SEC under Regulation Crowdfunding
- All investments carry risk — past performance doesn't guarantee future results
- Review all offering documents carefully before investing
Related Terms
Channel Revenue Token (CRT)
A security representing contractual rights to receive a share of a YouTube Creator's potential future revenue, offered through GigaStar's SEC-registered platform.
Creator
A Creator is a YouTube content producer who partners with GigaStar to offer Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs), sharing a percentage of their YouTube revenue with Investors through Monthly distributions.
Distribution
A distribution is a Monthly payment made to Channel Revenue Token (CRT) holders, representing their share of a YouTube Creator's revenue earned during that period.
Investor
An Investor is an individual who purchases Channel Revenue Tokens (CRTs) through GigaStar's platform, receiving Monthly distributions from a YouTube Creator's revenue.
Revenue Percentage
The specific percentage of a Creator's YouTube revenue shared with CRT holders through Monthly distributions. Varies by offering and is disclosed in the Form C.
YouTube Revenue
YouTube revenue is the income a Creator earns through the YouTube Partner Program from ads, memberships, Super Chat, and other monetization features, forming the basis for CRT distributions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are CRTs cryptocurrency?
No. CRTs are traditional securities registered with the SEC under Regulation Crowdfunding. They represent contractual rights to a share of a Creator's YouTube revenue, not a digital currency or blockchain token. Unlike cryptocurrency, CRTs have regulatory oversight from the SEC and FINRA, required disclosure documents (Form C), and Investor protections built into the offering structure.
Do I have to pay back Investors?
You don't make direct payments to Investors. GigaStar handles all distribution processing. A percentage of your YouTube revenue is automatically shared with CRT holders as Monthly distributions. If your revenue decreases, distributions decrease proportionally—there is no fixed amount owed.
What happens if a Creator stops making videos?
If a Creator significantly reduces or stops content production, their YouTube revenue would likely decline, which directly reduces or eliminates your distributions. This is one of the key risk factors of CRT investing—your distributions depend on ongoing Creator activity and YouTube revenue generation. While existing videos may continue to earn some revenue, new content is typically the primary driver of channel performance.