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Honest guides for creators on the decentralized web — payouts, Hive, IPFS, and earning crypto for your videos.
Open igsh.tv ↗Get started with IGSH.TV
- Step 1
Create your Hive account
Create a free Hive account before using IGSH.TV.
Create Hive account - Step 2
Install Hive Keychain
Hive Keychain securely connects your Hive account to IGSH.TV.
Set up Hive Keychain Official Keychain site ↗ - Step 3
Open IGSH.TV
Once your Hive account and Keychain are ready, open IGSH.TV and sign in.
Open IGSH.TV
🔒 Never paste your private keys into a website. IGSH.TV never asks for your Active key, Owner key, or master password — you always sign in safely through Hive Keychain.
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For creators
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Set up video uploading on igsh.tv (Creator setup, 2026)
The full creator setup for uploading to igsh.tv: a Hive account, Hive Keychain, signing in, and the one free Pinata key that pins your video to IPFS — plus how to keep that key safe.
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igsh.tv Creator FAQ — Pinata, deleting videos, getting paid (2026)
Straight answers for igsh.tv creators: why you need a Pinata key, whether you can delete a video on a blockchain, which key does what, and how you actually get paid.
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How to Post Your First Video on igsh.tv (Step by Step, 2026)
A plain, screen-by-screen walkthrough of uploading your first video to igsh.tv — Hive Keychain login, the one free Pinata key you need, and publishing so you keep 97%.
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How to Set Up Hive Keychain: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
The one path from zero to logged in on a Hive app like igsh.tv — install Hive Keychain, add your account, and approve the login. One action per step, with screenshots.
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How to Tip Video Creators on Hive (and Why It Matters)
Learn how to tip video creators on Hive: direct, on-chain, and creator-to-viewer. A plain guide to sending tips via Keychain and why they matter.
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How Creators Actually Get Paid on Hive Video Apps
Upvote rewards, tips, and beneficiaries — the real mechanics of how money reaches creators on Hive video apps like igsh.tv, explained in plain terms.
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How to Claim Your Rewards on Hive (Step-by-Step)
After a Hive post pays out, rewards sit as an unclaimed balance until you claim them. Here's how to claim HIVE, HP, and HBD via Keychain or your wallet.
Start here
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What Is the Hive Blockchain? A Beginner's Guide (2026)
Hive is a fast, fee-free blockchain built for social apps and creators. Here's what it is, how it works, and how you can actually earn on it — explained simply.
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What Are Resource Credits on Hive? (Why Posting Is Free)
Resource Credits let you post, comment, and vote on Hive without paying gas fees. Here's how RC work, how they regenerate, and why creators rarely run out.
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What Is HBD (Hive Backed Dollars)? A Plain Guide (2026)
A clear, honest guide to HBD (Hive Backed Dollars): how the peg works, the savings APR, how creators earn it, HBD vs HIVE, and the real risks.
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Hive vs Steem: What's the Difference? (2026)
A factual look at how Hive forked from Steem in 2020, how the two chains differ today, and why most active creators and video apps run on Hive.
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How to Upload Your First Video to a Hive App (Step-by-Step)
New to decentralized video? Here's exactly how to publish your first video on a Hive app like igsh.tv — from account to upload to your first payout.
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How to Post Your First Video on igsh.tv (Step by Step, 2026)
A plain, screen-by-screen walkthrough of uploading your first video to igsh.tv — Hive Keychain login, the one free Pinata key you need, and publishing so you keep 97%.
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Web3 Video: The Complete Guide for Creators (2026)
Everything a creator needs to know about Web3 video — how it works, how you get paid, the platforms, the trade-offs, and how to start in an afternoon.
Wallets & security
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How to Set Up a Hive Wallet (and Keep It Safe in 2026)
A plain-English guide to what a Hive wallet really is, the posting/active/owner keys, using Hive Keychain, and keeping your account safe.
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How to Set Up Hive Keychain: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
The one path from zero to logged in on a Hive app like igsh.tv — install Hive Keychain, add your account, and approve the login. One action per step, with screenshots.
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How to Store Hive Safely: Keys, Keychain, and Hardware Wallets (2026)
A plain guide to keeping your Hive account safe: which keys matter, when to use Keychain, how to back up the master key, and where a hardware wallet fits.
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Ledger vs Hive Keychain: What's the Difference (and Do You Need Both)?
Ledger and Hive Keychain solve different problems. Here's a plain comparison of each, and an honest answer on whether you actually need both.
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Best Hardware Wallets for Securing Crypto in 2026 (Hive & Beyond)
An honest buyer's guide to hardware wallets for Hive holders and beyond: what they do, what to look for, and where they actually fit for cold storage.
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Is Hive Safe? Risks, Security, and Honest Answers (2026)
An honest look at Hive's safety: how the chain works, the real risks (lost keys, phishing, volatility), and practical ways to reduce them.
Earn & monetize
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How to Monetize Your Videos on Web3 (No Ads, No Demonetization)
A creator's guide to earning from video on Web3 — on-chain rewards, direct tips, higher take-home pay, and crypto — without ads, gatekeepers, or demonetization.
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How Creators Actually Get Paid on Hive Video Apps
Upvote rewards, tips, and beneficiaries — the real mechanics of how money reaches creators on Hive video apps like igsh.tv, explained in plain terms.
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How to Tip Video Creators on Hive (and Why It Matters)
Learn how to tip video creators on Hive: direct, on-chain, and creator-to-viewer. A plain guide to sending tips via Keychain and why they matter.
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How to Claim Your Rewards on Hive (Step-by-Step)
After a Hive post pays out, rewards sit as an unclaimed balance until you claim them. Here's how to claim HIVE, HP, and HBD via Keychain or your wallet.
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How to Power Up HIVE (and Why It Matters)
A plain guide to powering up HIVE into Hive Power: what staking unlocks, the 13-week power-down, and when it's worth it. Not financial advice.
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How to Grow Your Audience on Decentralized Video (2026)
Honest, practical growth tactics for creators on Hive video apps: consistency, community, tags, cross-posting, and patience. No hype, just what works.
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How to Earn HIVE: 7 Real Ways to Make Crypto on the Hive Blockchain (2026)
A practical, beginner-friendly guide to earning HIVE — by posting, curating, making videos, tips, and staking. No big investment required, with the honest numbers.
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How Much Can You Earn on Hive? Realistic Numbers (2026)
No hype — here are realistic numbers for what creators and curators actually earn on the Hive blockchain, what drives the figures, and how to grow them.
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How to Buy HIVE: A Beginner's Guide (2026)
A simple guide to getting HIVE — earning it vs buying it, where it's listed, how the process works, and how to move it to your wallet safely.
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Can You Really Earn Crypto for Watching Videos? An Honest Answer (2026)
"Earn crypto for watching videos" sounds too good to be true. Here's the honest breakdown of what's real, what's hype, and how the legitimate versions actually work.
Platforms & comparisons
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YouTube vs Decentralized Video: How Much Do Creators Actually Keep? (2026)
A clear, honest breakdown of creator take-home pay on YouTube vs decentralized platforms like 3Speak and igsh.tv — fees, on-chain rewards, tips, and the real trade-offs.
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The Best 3Speak Alternatives in 2026 (and How They Compare)
Looking for a 3Speak alternative? Compare decentralized video platforms on fees, payouts, IPFS storage and ease of use — including one that runs on your same Hive account.
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3Speak Down or Not Working? Alternatives That Use the Same Account
If 3Speak is slow, down, or not loading, you don't have to wait. Here are Hive video apps that use your same account and content — no migration needed.
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Best Decentralized Video Platforms for Gamers (2026)
Gaming clips, let's-plays, and highlights without the demonetization roulette. Here are the decentralized video options that actually pay gamers — and their trade-offs.
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DTube vs 3Speak vs igsh.tv: Which Decentralized Video Platform Wins?
A head-to-head of three decentralized video platforms — fees, features, ease of use, and who each one is for. An honest comparison for creators.
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What Is 3Speak? A Beginner's Guide (2026)
3Speak is a decentralized video platform on the Hive blockchain. Here's what it is, how creators earn on it, and how it compares to the alternatives.
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Is Hive Worth It for Creators? An Honest Review (2026)
A balanced, no-hype review of the Hive blockchain for video and content creators — the real pros, the real cons, and who it's actually a good fit for.
For YouTubers
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YouTube Demonetized You? Here Are Your Real Options in 2026
Got demonetized on YouTube? Here's a clear, honest look at your options — from appeals to diversifying onto platforms that can't demonetize you at all.
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YouTube Alternatives That Pay in Crypto (2026)
Tired of demonetization? Here are the video platforms that pay creators in crypto in 2026 — how they pay, what they pay in, and the honest trade-offs.
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Decentralized YouTube: Does It Really Exist? (2026)
There's no exact YouTube clone on Web3, but real decentralized video options exist. Here's how Hive apps, Odysee, and LBRY actually compare.
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How to Cross-Post Your Videos from YouTube to Hive (Step-by-Step)
Keep your YouTube channel and add a platform you own. Here's how to cross-post your videos to the Hive blockchain and start earning on-chain rewards and tips.
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IPFS Video Hosting Explained: How Decentralized Video Actually Works
What is IPFS, and how does it let video platforms serve content without a central server? A clear explainer for creators and the curious.
More guides
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Hive vs Odysee vs LBRY: Decentralized Video Compared (2026)
Hive-based apps, Odysee, and LBRY are the big names in decentralized video. Here's how their models, payouts, and trade-offs compare for creators.
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How to Start a Video Channel on Hive (Step-by-Step, 2026)
A simple, start-to-finish guide to launching a video channel on the Hive blockchain — set up, first upload, and how to actually grow it.
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What Are Video Beneficiaries on Hive? Platform Cuts Explained (3% vs 11%)
Beneficiaries decide how a Hive video's rewards get split. Here's how the platform cut works, why 3% beats 11%, and what it means for your take-home.