claiming your postfun earnings

securely linking your account: proving ownership without compromise

as a content creator, you automatically earn a share of every trade on any postfun content pool created from your tweets. to claim these earnings and receive your special graduation bonus, you first need to securely link your x (twitter) account to your postfun nostr identity.

the account linking process is one of postfun's most innovative features, representing a breakthrough in privacy-preserving identity verification. traditional platforms often require you to share passwords or grant broad access to your social media accounts, creating security risks and privacy concerns. postfun's approach eliminates these issues while still providing robust verification.

we understand that security and privacy are paramount for creators. that's why postfun uses a cutting-edge, privacy-preserving technology called tls notary. this allows you to cryptographically prove to our backend that you are the legitimate owner of your x account, without ever sharing your password, cookies, or any sensitive login credentials with us.

tls notary represents a significant advancement in decentralized identity verification. rather than relying on centralized authorities or requiring sensitive information, it uses cryptographic techniques to create verifiable proofs of account ownership that preserve your privacy while ensuring authenticity.

the technology works by having your browser generate cryptographic evidence of your login session without exposing any sensitive information. this evidence can then be verified by postfun's systems to confirm your identity without ever seeing your password or personal data.

why tls notary is essential:

privacy first: your x login details remain entirely private and are never transmitted to postfun servers.

this privacy-first approach addresses one of the biggest concerns creators have about linking social media accounts to financial platforms. you never need to share your password, and postfun never stores any sensitive authentication information. this reduces the risk of account compromise and protects your privacy.

the system is designed so that even if postfun's servers were compromised, no sensitive user information would be exposed because it was never stored in the first place. this represents a fundamental shift from traditional identity verification methods that require storing sensitive credentials.

non-custodial proof: you generate a cryptographic "receipt" directly from your browser, which our system can verify.

the non-custodial nature of this verification means that you retain complete control over your identity verification process. postfun acts as a verifier rather than a custodian of your credentials, aligning with the broader principles of self-sovereign identity and decentralized systems.

this approach also means that the verification process can be completed entirely within your browser without requiring any server-side storage of sensitive information. the cryptographic proof you generate contains only the information necessary to verify your identity, nothing more.

trust-minimized: it removes the need for postfun to act as a trusted third party in the identity verification process.

by using cryptographic techniques rather than relying on postfun as an intermediary, the system reduces the trust required in the platform itself. you can verify that the verification process works as described without needing to trust that postfun will handle your information appropriately.

this trust-minimized approach is particularly important in financial applications where users need to be confident that their assets and identity information are handled securely. it also aligns with the broader ethos of decentralized systems where intermediaries are minimized wherever possible.

the secure claiming process: step-by-step guide

follow these steps carefully to link your account and claim the value your content has generated. the process is designed to be straightforward while maintaining the highest security standards throughout.

the claiming process typically takes just a few minutes to complete, though the exact time may vary depending on network conditions and the complexity of your account verification. postfun provides clear guidance at each step to ensure you understand what's happening and what you need to do.

1. navigate to your user page:

   • open your web browser and go to https://postfun.xyz/user/<your_twitter_username>. replace <your_twitter_username> with your actual x.com handle (e.g., postfun.xyz/user/elonmusk).
   • (suggested visual: screenshot of a profile page, highlighting the "claim earnings" button)

   this user page serves as your central hub for all creator-related activities on postfun. it displays your current earnings balance, lists content pools created from your tweets, and provides access to the claiming functionality.

   make sure you're using a modern, up-to-date browser for the best experience. the tls notary process requires certain browser features that may not be available in older browsers or some mobile browsers.

2. initiate claim earnings:

   • once on your profile page, ensure you are logged into postfun with your nostr identity (via the postfun extension).
   • click the prominent "claim earnings" button.
   • a modal will appear, explaining the next steps and the tls notary process.

   the login requirement ensures that only you can initiate the claiming process for your earnings. your nostr identity provides cryptographic proof of your identity without requiring you to share any sensitive information.

   the modal provides important information about what will happen during the verification process, including estimated time requirements and what you'll need to do. read this information carefully before proceeding.

3. generate proof of ownership (using the postfun extension):

   • the postfun extension is crucial for this step. when prompted by the website, the extension will guide you through generating the tls notary proof.
   • this typically involves opening a new, temporary browser window or tab where you will briefly interact with x.com. the extension will observe this session to cryptographically attest that you are indeed logged into that specific x account.
   • important: follow the on-screen instructions precisely. do not close the temporary window until the proof generation is complete.
   • (suggested visual: animated gif showing the tls notary process, including the temporary browser window and confirmation)

   the temporary browser window is a key part of the security process. it ensures that the verification happens in a controlled environment where the extension can properly observe your login session without interfering with your regular browsing.

   during this process, you may be asked to perform simple actions like loading your profile page or clicking specific elements. these actions help generate the cryptographic evidence needed for verification.

4. proof submission & verification:

   • once the proof is successfully generated by the extension, it will be automatically submitted to the postfun backend.
   • our backend will cryptographically validate the proof. this typically takes only a few seconds.

   the cryptographic validation process is completely automated and happens on postfun's servers. the system checks the mathematical validity of the proof without needing to examine any sensitive information.

   during this step, you'll see a progress indicator showing that the verification is in process. this validation ensures that the proof was generated correctly and hasn't been tampered with.

5. secure account linking:

   • upon successful verification, your x account is now securely and permanently linked to your postfun nostr wallet. this link is stored in our database, associating your npub with your x username.
   • the "claim earnings" button on your profile page will now be active, and your "earned" balance will be visible.

   the linking process creates a permanent association between your nostr identity and your x account that enables ongoing earnings tracking. this link is stored securely and used only for the purpose of tracking your creator earnings.

   once linked, you'll be able to see a detailed breakdown of your earnings, including which content pools are generating income and how much you've earned from each.

6. claim your sats:

   • click the "claim" button.
   • all the sats accumulated from your content's trading fees and any graduation bonuses will be instantly transferred from your designated creator balance to your main postfun lightning wallet balance. these funds are immediately available for trading, deposits, or withdrawals.

   the transfer process happens instantly on the lightning network, typically completing in just a few seconds. this immediate availability ensures that you can access your earnings as soon as you claim them.

   after claiming, you'll see your main wallet balance increase by the amount of your earnings. you can then use these funds for any postfun activities or withdraw them to external lightning wallets.

ongoing creator benefits and considerations

once your account is linked and you've claimed your initial earnings, you'll continue to benefit from postfun's creator monetization system automatically:

automatic earnings tracking: all future trading activity on content pools created from your tweets will automatically accumulate in your creator balance, ready for you to claim at any time.

graduation bonus eligibility: if any of your content pools reach the graduation milestone, you'll automatically become eligible for the 5% graduation bonus without any additional action required.

privacy preservation: your linked account information is used only for earnings tracking and verification purposes. postfun will never post to your x account or share your information without explicit permission.

transparent reporting: your creator dashboard provides detailed information about which content is generating earnings, how much you've earned from each pool, and when the last activity occurred.

this robust and privacy-preserving process ensures that only you, the rightful content creator, can claim the earnings from your viral content, cementing postfun as the definitive platform for monetizing social influence.

the system is designed to be both secure and user-friendly, providing creators with confidence that their earnings are protected while making the claiming process as straightforward as possible. by combining cutting-edge cryptographic techniques with intuitive user interface design, postfun has created a new standard for creator monetization in the decentralized social finance space.