OnlyFans creators are warning that AI-generated deepfakes are being used to impersonate them, scam fans, and create serious safety risks. Creators say fake accounts are becoming increasingly convincing as artificial intelligence replicates their faces and voices. Some fans have reportedly sent money to scammers believing they were speaking to genuine creators, while others have turned up at creators' homes after building relationships with impersonators.
According to a report by USA TODAY, the rise of AI-powered impersonation is not only affecting creators' earnings but is also raising concerns about their personal safety. Elaina St. James, who says she has earned more than $1.5 million on OnlyFans since joining the platform in 2021, recently discovered a fake TikTok account using AI to animate one of her photographs and mimic her voice. Although the video appeared realistic, she recognised it as fake because of subtle flaws in facial movements and expressions.
