Last Updated: 2025-12-24
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Overview
To receive earnings from selling content on PinotBlog, you need to set up a payout account.
How Earnings Work
Reader purchases your content
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70% of the sale becomes your earnings
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You can request a payout once earnings reach $50 or more
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Funds arrive in your bank account within 3-5 business days
Revenue Share
| Item | Amount (e.g., $100 article) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase Price | $100.00 | Amount paid by reader |
| Stripe Fee | -$3.20 | Payment processing fee (2.9% +$0.30) | |
| Platform Fee | -$29.04 | PinotWalk fee (30%) |
| Your Earnings | $67.76 | Actual payout amount (approx. 70%) |
Prerequisites
What You'll Need
🇯🇵 If You Live in Japan
- ✅ Identity Verification Documents
- My Number Card
- Driver's License
- Passport
- ✅ Bank Account Information
- Bank name
- Branch name / Branch code
- Account number
- Account holder name (in Katakana)
- ✅ My Number (Individual Number)
🇺🇸 If You Live in the United States
- ✅ Identity Verification Documents
- Driver's License
- Passport
- ✅ Bank Account Information
- Routing number
- Account number
- ✅ SSN (Social Security Number) or EIN (Employer Identification Number)
🌍 Other Countries
We support the following 23 countries:
Supported Countries (Click to expand)
| Country | Currency |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | USD |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JPY |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | GBP |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | CAD |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | AUD |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | EUR |
| 🇫🇷 France | EUR |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | EUR |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | EUR |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | EUR |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | SEK |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | CHF |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGD |
| 🇭🇰 Hong Kong | HKD |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | EUR |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | EUR |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | EUR |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | DKK |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | EUR |
| 🇳🇴 Norway | NOK |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | NZD |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | PLN |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | EUR |
Required documents vary by country. Please follow the instructions on Stripe's screen.
Account Setup Steps
Step 1: Access the Payout Account Setup Page
- Log in to PinotWalk
- Click "Revenue Dashboard" from the user menu in the top right
- Click the "Set Up Payout Account" button
Or access the following URL directly:
https://pinotwalk.com/revenue/payout-account/create
Step 2: Select Your Country
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Select the country where your bank account is located from the Country dropdown
- Example: If you live in Japan and use a Japanese bank account → Select "Japan"
- Example: If you live in the US and use a US bank account → Select "United States"
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Check the terms of service checkbox
- "I agree to Stripe's Connected Account Agreement"
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Click the "Continue to Stripe Setup" button
⚠️ Note: Once you select a country, it cannot be changed later. Please choose carefully.
Step 3: Stripe Connect Onboarding
You will be redirected to Stripe's setup page.
🇯🇵 Example Input for Japan
1. Personal Information
Last Name: Nomura
First Name: Yoshinori
Last Name (Kana): ノムラ
First Name (Kana): ヨシノリ
Date of Birth: January 1, 1990
2. Address
Postal Code: 150-0001
Prefecture: Tokyo
City/Ward: Shibuya-ku Jingumae
Street Address: 1-2-3
Building Name/Room Number: Mansion Name Room 101 (optional)
3. Business Information
Business Type: Sole Proprietor
Industry: Media/Publishing
Website: https://pinotwalk.com/orgs/your-org/users/your-username
Business Description: Technical articles and content writing
4. Identity Verification Documents
- Upload photos of your My Number Card (front and back)
- Or Driver's License + My Number Notification Card
5. Bank Account Information
Bank Name: MUFG Bank
Branch Code: 001
Branch Name: Head Office
Account Type: Savings Account
Account Number: 1234567
Account Holder Name (Kana): ノムラ ヨシノリ
6. My Number
Individual Number: 123456789012 (12 digits)
Step 4: Wait for Verification
- Verification typically completes within a few hours to 1 business day
- After verification, return to PinotWalk's Revenue Dashboard to see the "Verified" status
Step 5: Request a Payout
Once your earnings reach $50 or more, you can request a payout.
- Access the Revenue Dashboard
- Check your Available Balance (e.g., $150.00)
- Click the "Request Payout" button
- Enter the payout amount (minimum $50.00 up to your Available Balance)
- Click "Submit"
→ Funds will arrive in your bank account within 3-5 business days!
FAQ
Q1. I registered the wrong country for my payout account
A: Once registered, the country cannot be changed. Please follow these steps to re-register:
- Contact support (support@pinotwalk.com)
- An administrator will delete your existing account
- Select the correct country again from "Set Up Payout Account"
Q2. What is the minimum payout amount?
A: $50.00 USD. This is the minimum amount in USD, regardless of exchange rates.
Examples:
- For Japan: Approximately ¥7,500 (at an exchange rate of 150 JPY/USD)
- For Eurozone: Approximately €46 (at an exchange rate of 1.09 EUR/USD)
Q3. Are there payout fees?
A: PinotWalk covers the payout fees. There is no cost to you.
However, your bank may charge the following fees:
- International wire transfer receiving fee (typically ¥1,000-3,000 for Japanese banks)
- Currency conversion fee
Q4. Can I receive payouts in Japanese Yen?
A: Yes! If you select Japan, Stripe will automatically convert USD to JPY when sending the payout.
Stripe's exchange rate is applied (typically close to the market rate).
Q5. When are payouts processed?
A: After you submit a payout request, an administrator manually approves it. Processing typically occurs within 1 business day, followed by 3-5 business days for funds to arrive in your bank account.
Q6. Can I register a corporate bank account?
A: Yes, it's possible. Select "Corporation" during Stripe onboarding and prepare the following:
- Certificate of incorporation
- Identity verification document for the representative
- Corporate number
- Corporate bank account information
Q7. Do I need to file taxes?
A: Yes, earnings are taxable.
- Japan: Must be reported as miscellaneous income or business income in your tax return
- United States: Subject to 1099 form (for annual earnings of $600 or more)
PinotWalk plans to provide annual earnings reports in the future.
Q8. Can I register multiple bank accounts?
A: No, only one payout account per PinotWalk account can be registered.
If you need to change it, please contact support.
Q9. Does Stripe or PinotWalk manage my bank information?
A: Stripe manages it. PinotWalk does not store any of your bank account information.
All personal and financial information is protected by Stripe's secure system.
Q10. What if my verification fails?
A: Please check the following:
- Are your identity documents clear?
- Is your address information accurate?
- Is your business description clear?
- Is your bank account information correct?
If verification fails, Stripe will send you an email explaining the reason. Make corrections and resubmit.
Troubleshooting
Problem: "Your payout account must be verified" Error
Cause: Stripe verification has not yet completed
Solution:
- Check if you've received a verification completion email from Stripe
- If you have, reload PinotWalk's Revenue Dashboard
- If not, wait a few more hours
Problem: "Payout account does not have payouts enabled" Error
Cause: Stripe account setup is incomplete
Solution:
- Access the Stripe Dashboard (https://dashboard.stripe.com/connect/accounts)
- Check the status of your Connect account
- If any information is missing, provide the additional details
Problem: Payout requested but funds haven't arrived
Cause 1: Still processing
- Please wait 3-5 business days
Cause 2: Bank account information is incorrect
- Check your account information in the Stripe Dashboard
- Contact support if corrections are needed
Cause 3: Payout failed
- Check "Payout History" in PinotWalk's Revenue Dashboard
- If the status is "Failed," check the error message
Problem: Selected the wrong country
Solution:
Contact support (support@pinotwalk.com) with the following information:
- Your username
- The correct country
- Request to delete your existing account
After an administrator deletes it, register again with the correct country.
Problem: Onboarding page won't display
Cause: Browser cookies may be blocked
Solution:
- Check your browser's cookie settings
- Disable private browsing mode
- Try a different browser
Support
Contact Information
- Email: support@pinotwalk.com
- Hours: Weekdays 9:00-18:00 (JST)
- Languages: Japanese and English
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Last Updated: 2025-12-24
Version: 1.0
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