Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a premium version without ads?

Coming soon! We’ll be offering a premium subscription that removes all ads. Two-thirds of your subscription fee will go directly to the authors you’ve read that month, helping us continue to support and reward them for their work.

How can I earn beans for free?

You can earn beans for free by watching daily reward ads or completing tasks on the offerwall. Each time you finish a challenge on the offerwall, you’ll receive the corresponding beans. Just go to the top right corner of your profile, click the cog icon, and select “Earn beans.”

Can I start as a reader and become an author later?

Absolutely! Just submit a book, and you’ll become a Weink author!

What are the requirements to be an author?

An author on Weink is simply a reader who has submitted a book. To become one, just make sure your book meets these requirements:

• Completed
• Written in English
• A work of fiction
• Original content (no Fanfiction)

We accept all lengths, from flash fiction to full novels, and all genres are welcome.

Before submitting, run your book through Grammarly (free software) to ensure it passes the check.

As a reader, can I extract my beans?

No, readers cannot extract their beans—only authors can. Readers are rewarded with free books. To keep things fair, you can use your beans within the app or donate them to your favorite authors.

As a reader, what can I do with my beans?

As a reader, you can use your beans to support your favorite authors by donating to them at no cost to you! In the future, beans will also be used to download books for offline reading, access audiobooks, and more.

Do I have to be an author to join?

No, you don’t need to be an author to join. Weink is for both authors and readers. If you love to read, you’re more than welcome to join!

Do authors keep the rights to their books?

Yes! Authors retain full ownership of their copyrights. Weink is simply a platform that helps authors reach their readers. We only ask for the non-exclusive right to distribute your book and to use its information for marketing purposes.

My book isn’t complete, what can I do?

Currently, there’s no writing feature on the app as it’s still in the prototype stage. Chapter-by-chapter updates will be available in the future. In the meantime, we’d love to have you join as a reader! You can support independent authors and enjoy free books while working on your own.

What genre do you accept?

We accept all genres! The more the better! This includes Poetry, Erotica, and LGTBQIA2S+.

Do you ask for exclusivity?

No, we don’t require exclusivity. Since we’re still a small platform, we want to ensure that authors have the freedom to share their work elsewhere. You’re welcome to have your book available on other platforms, but remember that your earnings are based on the number of readers you have. The more readers who enjoy your book on Weink, the more you’ll earn. While we don’t ask for exclusivity, it’s your responsibility to ensure you’re not violating any existing contracts that do require it.

Are all authors really paid?

Yes! All authors are paid. We have several revenue sources for authors and are continually adding more as we grow. Currently, authors can earn through:

• Gaming challenges on the offer wall

• At least 65% of the ad revenue generated from their books

• Reader donations

How much does an author earn?

Determining specific earnings can be challenging, as they depend on the number of readers and their engagement levels. This can vary significantly between authors.

That said, authors earn at least 65% of any ad revenue generated from their books, plus any earnings from gaming challenges they choose to participate in. In the initial month, with just 1,200 users, some authors earned over $30. As our platform grows, we expect these numbers to increase, and since the books are free, more readers will be able to enjoy your work.

At Weink, we’re always brainstorming new ways to reward authors. Our mission is to help passionate writers earn a living from their art, so we’ll continue developing features to support this goal. The ad-based revenue is just the beginning, and we have many exciting surprises planned for the future!

As an author, what can I do with my beans?

As an author, you have several options for using your beans. You can either transfer them to your PayPal account or spend them within the app on services designed to help you grow as an author (coming soon). These services are built around three key pillars:

• Branding: Translation, audiobooks, bookmarks, clothing, and more.

• Quality: Editing, cover design, ARC reading, reviews, and more.

• Visibility: Shout-outs from Bookstagrammers, blog posts, podcast interviews, etc.