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# Competitor quickstart

This guide helps drivers and teams launch a sponsor-ready profile and start receiving support.

## Step 1: Build your profile foundation

Complete these first:

* Profile name, image, and clear bio
* Motorsport discipline and competition context
* Social links and contact details

## Step 2: Prove activity and momentum

Add evidence of your journey:

* Race schedule
* Results and highlights
* Photos and media
* Regular updates

Active profiles convert better than empty profiles.

## Step 3: Set up funding options

Start with:

* One-time support enabled
* Sponsorship tiers with clear benefits
* Memberships where enabled for your profile

Keep your offers specific, simple, and outcome-focused.

## Step 4: Configure payouts

To receive funds to your bank account:

* Complete payout onboarding
* Provide accurate identity and bank details
* Monitor pending and available balance states

Read the full payout guide: [Receiving payouts](/reference-guides/receiving-payouts.md)

## Step 5: Promote your page weekly

Do this every week:

* Share your profile link across at least two channels
* Publish one supporter-facing update
* Thank contributors and sponsors publicly

Use templates and playbooks: [Promotion tips](/reference-guides/promotion-tips.md)

## Step 6: Track what works

Review your analytics and adjust:

* Which channels drive profile visits
* Which updates get engagement
* Which offers convert

## Common mistakes to avoid

* Incomplete profile details
* Irregular updates
* Vague sponsorship tiers
* Delayed payout setup

## Next reads

* [Pricing](/reference-guides/pricing.md)
* [Referrals](/reference-guides/referrals.md)
* [How funding works](/funding-and-payouts/how-funding-works.md)
* [Troubleshooting index](/troubleshooting/troubleshooting.md)