Avatar model "VGril" suspended ("account holder away") - need review + policy guidance

[Little Farm]

Hi @Stella_SC @Elira_SC,

I'm a virtual (3D / animated avatar) model — the on-screen performer is an animated avatar, but the account is run by its verified account holder (I simply don't show my real face on cam), like other animated performers on Stripchat.

My account VGril was suspended on 09/07/2026. The reason given was: "Account Holder was away during the broadcast." I believe this may be because I missed an in-broadcast verification prompt.

I'd really appreciate a manual review of my case, and — more importantly — I want to make sure I stay fully compliant so it doesn't happen again. Could you please clarify the official policy for animated / hidden-face models:

1) How exactly should an animated / avatar model prove the account holder is present during the broadcast? Is it the periodic selfie / verification check — how often does it appear, and how long do I have to respond before a penalty?

2) When that selfie verification is requested, what must it match (surroundings, clothing), given that what's on screen is an animated avatar and not a real room?

3) Is avatar-only streaming acceptable if I complete the presence / verification checks correctly, or must a real person be visible in frame / PiP?

4) Is there a recommended way to flag or verify my account as an animated model, so it is handled correctly and I am not flagged repeatedly?

I want to operate correctly and long-term on Stripchat. Any official guidance would mean a lot. Thank you.

 

[Stella_SC]

Hello @Little Farm

I will take a look into this for you and reply back soon!

 

[Stella_SC]

Hello @Little Farm

I now have some information for you:

I'd really appreciate a manual review of my case

Both the decision and the appeal review was done manually.

1) How exactly should an animated / avatar model prove the account holder is present during the broadcast? Is it the periodic selfie / verification check — how often does it appear, and how long do I have to respond before a penalty?

Your account actually doesn't match what we expect from virtual avatars. What we would expect to see to consider the account a virtual streamer account is motion-captured avatars. Your account is streaming animated content. An account holder will be expected to be present in this case, in what way is up to you.

2) When that selfie verification is requested, what must it match (surroundings, clothing), given that what's on screen is an animated avatar and not a real room?

This part is less relevant in your case because streaming animated content, AI content, or game content does not make the broadcast a virtual stream.

3) Is avatar-only streaming acceptable if I complete the presence / verification checks correctly, or must a real person be visible in frame / PiP?

In the case of your type of content, which looks like animated/game content, we expect the account holder to be visible and clear on the frame.

4) Is there a recommended way to flag or verify my account as an animated model, so it is handled correctly and I am not flagged repeatedly?

Unfortunately no.

 

[Little Farm]

Hi Stella — thank you again for the manual review and the detailed answers; they genuinely helped.

I'm building a human-supervised virtual live performer system called LittleFarm, and I want to make sure it's fully compliant on Stripchat before I stream again. I don't believe it maps cleanly onto a single existing category, so rather than guess, I'd like to clarify the requirements with you directly.

I suspect my recent suspension may have come from my own misunderstanding of how presence verification applies to virtual or animated content — which is exactly why I'd rather get the rules clear with you before going live again. To be clear about intent: I'm not looking for loopholes or exceptions; I want to run this transparently and fully within your rules.

In short, what it is: a persistent virtual character in a 3D world, with viewer-driven interaction (tips, chat). The character is controlled and performed live, in real time, by a verified adult operator — it is not pre-recorded or unattended content.

I noticed Stripchat already runs a presence/selfie verification tool during broadcast — exactly the kind of accountability I want to build on. My questions:

1. How would you suggest I classify and set up this content so it's fully compliant — under an existing category, or otherwise?
2. If a verified operator is continuously present and passes every presence/selfie verification during broadcast, is that accepted as sufficient proof of presence — even when the stream itself is virtual — or is a permanent on-frame / PiP camera of the operator still required?
3. Is a stream set in a supervised 3D virtual world, operated live by a verified operator, acceptable — and under what conditions?
4. What are the minimum requirements for this type of stream to be considered fully compliant?
5. Before going live again, would you recommend I refrain from streaming this type of content until we've determined the correct requirements and category?
6. If an existing category doesn't adequately cover this type of live performance, is there someone from the compliance or creator team you'd recommend I speak with before proceeding?

My priority is simply to make sure I fully understand and comply with Stripchat's requirements before streaming this type of content again. I'm happy to complete any verification you require.

Thank you,
LittleFarm

 

[Little Farm]

Hello @Little Farm

I now have some information for you:


Both the decision and the appeal review was done manually.


Your account actually doesn't match what we expect from virtual avatars. What we would expect to see to consider the account a virtual streamer account is motion-captured avatars. Your account is streaming animated content. An account holder will be expected to be present in this case, in what way is up to you.


This part is less relevant in your case because streaming animated content, AI content, or game content does not make the broadcast a virtual stream.


In the case of your type of content, which looks like animated/game content, we expect the account holder to be visible and clear on the frame.


Unfortunately no.

Hi @Stella_SC @Elira_SC,

Thank you again for the manual review and the detailed answers; they genuinely helped.

I'm building a human-supervised virtual live performer system called LittleFarm, and I want to make sure it's fully compliant on Stripchat before I stream again. I don't believe it maps cleanly onto a single existing category, so rather than guess, I'd like to clarify the requirements with you directly.

I suspect my recent suspension may have come from my own misunderstanding of how presence verification applies to virtual or animated content — which is exactly why I'd rather get the rules clear with you before going live again. To be clear about intent: I'm not looking for loopholes or exceptions; I want to run this transparently and fully within your rules.

In short, what it is: a persistent virtual character in a 3D world, with viewer-driven interaction (tips, chat). The character is controlled and performed live, in real time, by a verified adult operator — it is not pre-recorded or unattended content.

I noticed Stripchat already runs a presence/selfie verification tool during broadcast — exactly the kind of accountability I want to build on. My questions:

1. How would you suggest I classify and set up this content so it's fully compliant — under an existing category, or otherwise?
2. If a verified operator is continuously present and passes every presence/selfie verification during broadcast, is that accepted as sufficient proof of presence — even when the stream itself is virtual — or is a permanent on-frame / PiP camera of the operator still required?
3. Is a stream set in a supervised 3D virtual world, operated live by a verified operator, acceptable — and under what conditions?
4. What are the minimum requirements for this type of stream to be considered fully compliant?
5. Before going live again, would you recommend I refrain from streaming this type of content until we've determined the correct requirements and category?
6. If an existing category doesn't adequately cover this type of live performance, is there someone from the compliance or creator team you'd recommend I speak with before proceeding?

My priority is simply to make sure I fully understand and comply with Stripchat's requirements before streaming this type of content again. I'm happy to complete any verification you require.

Thank you,
LittleFarm

 

[Stella_SC]

Hello @Little Farm

I appreciate your diligence is wanting to stay fully compliant with our requirements.

1) To be in our VTuber category, you would need to use a motion captured avatar. Another option of how you can make this work is explained in the next answer.

2) Yes, a picture in picture camera of the operator would be required during the virtual stream - unless of course you are using a motion captured avatar in the VTuber category.

As for the following questions, I definitely recommend that we figure it out before you go live again. If you wish, you are welcome to send me a video of exactly what you are wanting to do, and I can ask our Moderation team directly if it is ok.

 

[Little Farm]

Hello @Little Farm

I appreciate your diligence is wanting to stay fully compliant with our requirements.

1) To be in our VTuber category, you would need to use a motion captured avatar. Another option of how you can make this work is explained in the next answer.

2) Yes, a picture in picture camera of the operator would be required during the virtual stream - unless of course you are using a motion captured avatar in the VTuber category.

As for the following questions, I definitely recommend that we figure it out before you go live again. If you wish, you are welcome to send me a video of exactly what you are wanting to do, and I can ask our Moderation team directly if it is ok.

Hi @Stella_SC @Elira_SC,

Thank you again for the manual review and for taking the time to answer all of my questions.

Following your suggestion, I've prepared a short overview (PDF) and a demonstration video showing exactly what LittleFarm is and how it operates.

LittleFarm is a human-supervised Virtual Creator infrastructure built around persistent virtual performers operated live and in real time by a verified adult operator. The character is not pre-recorded and is never left unattended — a verified operator runs it live and stays in control throughout the broadcast.

After our conversations, I realized that what I'm building doesn't fit cleanly into any existing category (VTuber, Video Games, or traditional virtual streaming), which is why I'd much rather work with your team to determine the correct and fully compliant way to operate it on Stripchat before going live again.

If possible, I'd greatly appreciate it if you could share the attached materials with the appropriate Moderation and Compliance teams and let me know:

- whether this type of Virtual Creator experience is compatible with Stripchat's policies;
- what requirements would need to be met for it to be considered fully compliant;
- whether a supervised pilot would be the best approach to evaluate it properly.

I'm completely happy to adapt the implementation to Stripchat's requirements, including any presence verification, disclosure, or additional compliance measures your team considers appropriate.

My goal isn't to fit LittleFarm into an existing category if it doesn't belong there, but rather to build it transparently and correctly from day one.

Thank you again for your time and support. I look forward to hearing your team's thoughts.

Best regards,

LittleFarm