What Does “Private Minimum” Mean?

Private Minimum:

The Private Minimum refers to the least amount of time you must commit to when entering a private session with a host. If you attempt to end the session before this minimum time has elapsed, you’ll be presented with a pop-up reminding you that you’ve committed to at least [x] minutes and that this time has not yet passed.

While the specifics of the system may evolve over time, currently, you are given the option to either stay until the end of that period or leave and pay the remainder of what you’ve committed to.

Why This Feature Exists:

This feature is designed to protect the host's time and effort. When a host enters a private session, he is leaving behind the public broadcast, along with other users and potential earnings, to focus solely on you. It’s only logical that he would want to secure a minimum assurance before doing so. Additionally, the host needs a certain amount of time to build rapport, understand your preferences, and engage your interest sufficiently for you to continue beyond that minimum period.

From the User’s Perspective:

The Private Minimum can be seen as either an opportunity or a risk:

• Opportunity: When the minimum time is within a reasonable range, it allows the user to evaluate the session with enough material to make an informed decision. Even if a private session starts off awkwardly, by the time the minimum is reached, the experience might have improved, making the user more likely to stay longer—benefiting both the user and the host.
• Risk: On the other hand, if the host uses this minimum time not as a tool to engage the user, but rather as a means to secure the majority of the session's earnings, it introduces a financial risk for the user. It’s crucial not to confuse the Private Minimum with the time you intend to stay in the session if everything goes well. Unexpected issues can arise, and you should have the flexibility to opt-out within a reasonable timeframe. Users may choose to stay in a private session for an hour or more, but it should be out of their own free will.

Stream Open’s Role:

Stream Open does not take a stance on whether a specific Private Minimum is good or bad. Our goal is to provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision. That said, there are widely accepted Private Minimum values on Chaturbate, and Stream Open simply aims to highlight any deviations from these norms.

The 10-Minute Norm:

The most commonly observed Private Minimum is 10 minutes. This value has been established as the norm across thousands of rooms. While you may encounter shorter minimums, which can reduce your financial risk, we recommend that you use at least 10 minutes to properly gauge your current session—unless, of course, something goes terribly wrong.

Deviation Alerts:

Any deviation from the 10-minute norm on the upside will be flagged orange by Stream Open. If the minimum time exceeds 15 minutes, it will be flagged red, signaling that caution may be warranted.