A practical, stigma-aware guide to the adult live-cam world. Blending reporting, research and plain-spoken advice, The Live-Cam Economy maps how money, platforms and culture shape work on sites like OnlyFans, Chaturbate, Stripchat, BongaCams, Streamate and MyFreeCams. With snapshots from LATAM (Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil), the United States and Asia (Thailand, the Philippines, and more), the book explains studios vs. solo streaming, platform policies, payouts, algorithms, parasocial dynamics and “regulars.” It covers boundaries, safety, burnout, mental health, media literacy, family conversations, etiquette for viewers and managers, self-care, financial planning, exit/transition paths, and the rise of AI, deepfakes and virtual models. Appendices include a glossary, resources and citations. Written for cam performers, creators, moderators, studio owners, partners, parents, educators and policymakers seeking clarity, harm-reduction and respect.