#1 Barter Influencer
Marketing Platform
Connect with creators ready to promote your products in exchange for free samples. No upfront payments, no agency fees—just authentic content from real influencers.
For creators with 15k-1M followers. Free to join, free to collaborate.
A letter from the founder
Dear Creators & Brands,
I built BrandsForCreators because I experienced firsthand how challenging it is for talented creators to find genuine brand partnerships — and equally difficult for brands to discover authentic voices that truly resonate with their audience.
The traditional influencer marketing space felt broken: expensive agencies, complicated contracts, and a disconnect between what creators need and what brands are looking for. I knew there had to be a better way.
This platform bridges that gap — making collaborations simpler, fairer, and more rewarding for everyone involved. No middlemen, no hidden fees, just real connections between brands and creators who believe in each other.
Whether you're a creator looking for your first brand deal or a brand seeking authentic content that converts, I hope this platform helps you find exactly what you're looking for.
With gratitude,
Sanju Joseph
Founder & CEO
Cost for Brands
Commission Fee
Contract or Lock-ins
Hidden Fees
What is Barter Influencer Marketing?
Also known as product gifting, product seeding, or product-for-post collaborations
Barter influencer marketing is when brands send free products to creators in exchange for content—no cash payments involved. It's the most cost-effective way to get authentic UGC, reviews, and social proof from real creators who genuinely love your product.
Benefits for Brands
- No cash payments required—just product cost
- Get authentic UGC and reviews
- Test products with real audiences
- Scale without huge marketing budgets
Benefits for Creators
- Free products from brands you love
- Build your portfolio and brand relationships
- Monetize even with smaller followings
- Create authentic content your audience wants
The Best Barter Collaboration Platform
Why brands choose us for product gifting campaigns
| Features | BrandsForCreators | AspireIQ | Creator.co | Grin | Upfluence | Klear | Traackr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost for Brands | FREE Forever | $2,000+/month | $500+/month | $1,500+/month | $3,000+/month | $2,500+/month | $4,000+/month |
| Barter Collaborations | Supported | ||||||
| Commission Fee | 0% | 15-20% | 10-15% | 20% | 15-20% | 18-25% | 20-25% |
| Cost for Creators | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free |
| Direct Brand Contact | |||||||
| Creator Profiles | Complete | Basic | Basic | Basic | Basic | Basic | Basic |
| Listing Duration | 1 Year | 30 Days | 30 Days | 30 Days | 30 Days | 30 Days | 30 Days |
| Setup Time | Instant | 2-4 weeks | 1-2 weeks | 2-3 weeks | 3-4 weeks | 2-4 weeks | 4-6 weeks |
| Minimum Contract | None | 12 months | 6 months | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months |
| Payment Processing | Direct | Platform | Platform | Platform | Platform | Platform | Platform |
| Analytics & Reporting | |||||||
| Creator Discovery | Advanced | Basic | Basic | Advanced | Advanced | Advanced | Advanced |
| Support Quality | 24/7 | Business hours | Business hours | Business hours | Business hours | Business hours | Business hours |
| API Access | |||||||
| Multi-channel Support | |||||||
| Refund Policy | 100% Refund | ||||||
| Link-in-Bio | Most Advanced | ||||||
| AI Creator Introduction | AI-Powered Blast |
Why pay thousands? Start barter collaborations for free today.
For Creators
Choose your path. Grow your brand. Get paid.
Free
100% FREEStart collaborating immediately. Browse listings, submit proposals, and grow your brand—all for free.
- Browse all brand listings
- Submit proposals with quotes
- 10 proposals per month
- Save/bookmark favorite listings
- Track proposal status
Profile Boost
$9.99/yearStand out to brands with verified status and increased visibility
- Everything in Free
- Verified badge
- Higher search & listing visibility
- Early access to new listings
- Unlimited proposals
Premium Contact Access
$49.99/yearDirect access to brand contact emails. Requires Profile Boost subscription.
- Everything in Profile Boost
- Direct access to brand emails
- Contact founders directly
- Faster deal closure
- Add-on to Profile Boost
For Brands
Find authentic creators. Zero commission. Forever free.
100% Free Forever
No subscription fees, no commission, no hidden costs. Post up to 3 active listings completely free.
- Unlimited creator access
- Direct communication
- No commission on deals
Verified Creators
Access verified creators across all niches and follower ranges. Every creator is vetted and verified.
- Phone verified creators
- Complete portfolios
- Real engagement metrics
Instant Results
Post your listing and start receiving applications within hours. Simple, fast, effective.
- Instant listing activation
- Real-time notifications
- Quick creator responses
Your Link-in-Bio,
Built for Revenue
More than just a link aggregator. Your Link-in-Bio becomes a complete monetization platform with affiliate product showcases, brand partnership displays, banner ad zones, and real-time analytics—everything you need to turn followers into income.
Affiliate Products
Add affiliate links, display products, and earn commissions directly from your bio page.
Brand Partnerships
Showcase collaborations with brand logos and links. Build credibility and attract more deals.
Click Analytics
Track every click, see which links perform best, and optimize for conversions.
Monetize Your Audience
With Banner Ads
Transform your Link-in-Bio into a revenue-generating billboard. Brands pay to place their Header Banners and Featured Posts on your page. You control the pricing, approve every ad, and earn money while you focus on creating content.
Header Banner
Prime real estate at the top of your page. Brands pay $75-$300/week.
Featured Post
A pinned, sponsored content position. You get $50-$200/week.
Full Control
Approve or reject any banner request. Set your own prices.
Write Pitches & Scripts
in Seconds, Not Hours
Stop spending hours crafting the perfect pitch or staring at blank script documents. Our AI tools understand creator workflows—generating professional outreach messages and platform-optimized video scripts that actually convert.
Pitch Writer
Generate personalized brand pitches. Email, DM, LinkedIn formats.
Script Studio
Complete video scripts with hooks, intros, and CTAs.
Built for Speed
Generate in under 5 seconds. Unlimited variations.
Creators in Every Niche
Find the perfect creator for your brand from our diverse community
Fashion & Style
Tech & Gadgets
Beauty & Skincare
Fitness & Health
Food & Cooking
Travel & Adventure
Gaming & Esports
Lifestyle & Home
We're Not Just Another Platform
The first platform built for authentic, affordable brand collaborations
Traditional Platforms
- •$1,500-$5,000+ monthly fees
- •15-20% commission on deals
- •No direct creator contact
- •Complex approval processes
- •Limited to paid collaborations
Mid-Tier Platforms
- •$200-$800 monthly fees
- •10-15% commission on deals
- •Basic creator profiles
- •Limited features
- •No barter support
BrandsForCreators
- FREE for brands
- Barter + Paid collaborations
- 0% commission
- Direct creator contact
- Complete creator profiles
- 1-year listing duration
- Professional Link-in-Bio included
- Click analytics & affiliate integration
Why Barter Works
The smartest way to start influencer marketing
Upfront marketing cost
Authentic content
Brand-creator contact
Products for creators
What Makes Us Different
Features that no other platform offers
Barter Collaborations
We're the ONLY platform that supports product-for-content barter deals. Perfect for creators building their portfolio and brands testing new products.
Zero Commission Model
Keep 100% of your earnings. No hidden fees, no percentage cuts. Your deal, your money, your success.
Direct Brand Contact
No middlemen, no approval delays. Connect directly with brands and build lasting relationships.
1-Year Listings
Your listings stay active for a full year. No monthly renewals, no expiration stress, just consistent visibility.
Verified Profiles
Every creator is phone-verified with complete portfolios. No fake followers, no bots, just real creators.
Creator Analytics
Track link clicks, product sales, and collaboration performance. Data that helps you negotiate better deals.
Join the Success Stories
Real creators, real results, real testimonials
"Finally, a platform that doesn't charge ridiculous fees. We've found amazing creators and saved thousands."
Sarah Johnson
Marketing Director, TechCo
"Best $9.99 I've ever spent. Landed 3 paid deals in my first month!"
Mike Chen
Tech Creator, 45K followers
"Love the barter option! Amazing products and great brand relationships, all for free."
Emma Davis
Lifestyle Creator, 28K followers
"As a small business owner, finding affordable influencers was impossible until now. Game changer!"
David Park
Founder, FreshBrew Coffee
"The Script Studio alone is worth it. It helped me pitch to brands professionally."
Jessica Moore
Beauty Creator, 67K followers
"We've worked with 15+ creators through this platform. Quality and response rate is unmatched."
Mark Thompson
CMO, Wellness Brand
"Finally, a platform that doesn't charge ridiculous fees. We've found amazing creators and saved thousands."
Sarah Johnson
Marketing Director, TechCo
"Best $9.99 I've ever spent. Landed 3 paid deals in my first month!"
Mike Chen
Tech Creator, 45K followers
"Love the barter option! Amazing products and great brand relationships, all for free."
Emma Davis
Lifestyle Creator, 28K followers
"As a small business owner, finding affordable influencers was impossible until now. Game changer!"
David Park
Founder, FreshBrew Coffee
"The Script Studio alone is worth it. It helped me pitch to brands professionally."
Jessica Moore
Beauty Creator, 67K followers
"We've worked with 15+ creators through this platform. Quality and response rate is unmatched."
Mark Thompson
CMO, Wellness Brand
"I went from 0 brand deals to consistent monthly income. The verified badge really helps!"
Alex Rivera
Fitness Creator, 32K followers
"The direct contact feature saves so much time. No middlemen, just real connections."
Lisa Wang
E-commerce Director, StyleHouse
"Even with a smaller following, I'm getting quality offers. They truly value micro-creators."
Ryan Foster
Gaming Creator, 18K followers
"Our ROI has been incredible. Found perfect creators for our niche in just days."
Jennifer Adams
Brand Manager, GlowUp Skincare
"The portfolio feature helped me showcase my work professionally. Brands take me seriously now."
Tyler Brooks
Photography Creator, 52K followers
"Zero commission means more budget for actual collaborations. It's a no-brainer for brands."
Robert Kim
CEO, TrendyWear
"I went from 0 brand deals to consistent monthly income. The verified badge really helps!"
Alex Rivera
Fitness Creator, 32K followers
"The direct contact feature saves so much time. No middlemen, just real connections."
Lisa Wang
E-commerce Director, StyleHouse
"Even with a smaller following, I'm getting quality offers. They truly value micro-creators."
Ryan Foster
Gaming Creator, 18K followers
"Our ROI has been incredible. Found perfect creators for our niche in just days."
Jennifer Adams
Brand Manager, GlowUp Skincare
"The portfolio feature helped me showcase my work professionally. Brands take me seriously now."
Tyler Brooks
Photography Creator, 52K followers
"Zero commission means more budget for actual collaborations. It's a no-brainer for brands."
Robert Kim
CEO, TrendyWear
"The analytics dashboard helps me understand what content brands want. Super valuable!"
Sophia Martinez
Food Creator, 89K followers
"Found our brand ambassadors here. The quality of creators exceeded our expectations."
Chris Anderson
Marketing VP, FitLife
"As a nano-influencer, I never thought I'd land paid deals. This platform made it possible."
Mia Thompson
Parenting Creator, 12K followers
"The barter system is perfect for startups. We exchange products for authentic content."
Daniel Lee
Founder, NaturalGlow
"I love how easy it is to track my proposals and see which brands viewed my profile."
Olivia White
Fashion Creator, 41K followers
"Response rate from creators here is 10x better than other platforms we've tried."
Amanda Chen
Head of Partnerships, BeautyBox
"The analytics dashboard helps me understand what content brands want. Super valuable!"
Sophia Martinez
Food Creator, 89K followers
"Found our brand ambassadors here. The quality of creators exceeded our expectations."
Chris Anderson
Marketing VP, FitLife
"As a nano-influencer, I never thought I'd land paid deals. This platform made it possible."
Mia Thompson
Parenting Creator, 12K followers
"The barter system is perfect for startups. We exchange products for authentic content."
Daniel Lee
Founder, NaturalGlow
"I love how easy it is to track my proposals and see which brands viewed my profile."
Olivia White
Fashion Creator, 41K followers
"Response rate from creators here is 10x better than other platforms we've tried."
Amanda Chen
Head of Partnerships, BeautyBox
How Barter Collaborations Work
Product for post. Simple, transparent, and effective.
For Brands
Send products, get content
Post Your Product for Barter
List your product and what content you want in exchange. Free forever.
Creators Apply to You
Review creator profiles and choose who gets your product.
Ship Product, Receive Content
Send your product, creator makes content. No cash changes hands.
For Creators
Get free products you love
Browse Products for Barter
Find products from brands looking for content creators like you.
Apply with Your Proposal
Tell brands what content you'll create in exchange for their product.
Receive Product, Create Content
Get free products delivered, make authentic content for your audience.
Our Guarantees
We stand behind our platform with these commitments
100% Free for Brands
Forever. No hidden fees, no premium tiers, no catch.
Cancel Anytime
Creators can cancel their subscription at any time. No questions asked.
No Credit Card Required
Brands can sign up and post listings without providing payment information.
Zero Commission
We never take a cut from your deals. You keep 100% of what you earn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Is it really free for brands?
Yes, completely free forever. Brands can post up to 3 active listings, browse creators, and connect directly—all without paying a single dollar. No credit card required, no hidden fees, no premium tiers.
Is it free for creators to join?
Yes! All creators can join for free. You can browse all brand listings, submit up to 10 proposals per month, save favorite listings, and track your proposal status—all without paying anything. Optional subscriptions ($9.99/year for Profile Boost, $49.99/year for Premium Contact Access) are available for enhanced features but are not required.
What's included in the Profile Boost subscription ($9.99/year)?
Profile Boost includes: verified badge, higher search and listing visibility, early access to new listings via email notifications, and unlimited proposals (vs. 10/month for free users). This helps brands identify serious, invested creators.
What is Premium Contact Access ($49.99/year)?
Premium Contact Access is an add-on that requires an active Profile Boost subscription. It gives you direct access to brand contact emails, allowing you to reach out to founders and brand owners directly. This is perfect for creators who want to close deals faster through direct communication.
How do I get paid as a creator?
You connect directly with brands and negotiate payment terms. We don't take any commission—you keep 100% of what you earn. Brands can pay you via their preferred method (bank transfer, PayPal, etc.).
Can I cancel my subscription?
Yes, absolutely. Creators can cancel their subscription at any time from the dashboard. You'll retain access until the end of your billing period, and there are no cancellation fees.
How long do listings stay active?
Brand listings stay active for 1 full year—10x longer than most platforms. This gives you consistent visibility and more time to find the right creators without constantly renewing.
What makes your Link-in-Bio different?
Our Link-in-Bio is included in your subscription and includes features that cost $96+/year elsewhere: unlimited links, click analytics, affiliate product integration, brand partnership showcase, and professional design. It's a complete monetization hub, not just a link aggregator.
Is my data secure?
Yes. We use enterprise-grade encryption, secure payment processing through DodoPayments (PCI-DSS compliant), and follow GDPR best practices. We never share your data with third parties, and all creators are phone-verified for security.
Need Help?
We're here to support you every step of the way
Quick Response
We typically respond within 24 hours
Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM EST