No ghosting. No stress. No chasing money.
Gigevate uses escrow to secure every booking so both artists and organisers know the money is protected from the moment the offer is accepted.
Funds are held safely. Payments are released only when the performance is confirmed complete.
Everyone gets what they agreed to. Every time.
Escrow is a secure holding account that keeps money safe until the gig is complete so artists and organisers can book with confidence and ease of mind.
You pay the full amount into escrow and it stays locked until the event is completed. You never risk sending money to someone who does not show up. Every booking has a clear money trail and you stay in control from offer to payout.
You know the organiser’s payment is already secured in escrow before you perform. No more failed deposits or unpaid gigs. Once the performance is confirmed on Gigevate the payout is triggered and your money starts moving to your account.
Both sides are protected from start to finish. No one can touch the money early and funds only move after the gig is confirmed. If there is ever a dispute the money stays in escrow while the issue is reviewed so the scene can keep moving with trust.
The electronic music scene runs on trust yet payments often break that trust. Escrow keeps the full booking amount in a protected holding account so neither side carries the risk. Organisers see their money reserved from the start so they can book talent with confidence instead of worrying about fraud or last minute cancellations.
Artists know their fee is already locked in which means no ghosted invoices no missing deposits and no unpaid sets after the show. Once the organiser confirms that the performance is complete the funds are released from escrow to the artist within a few days so everyone receives what they agreed and the culture keeps moving forward.
Every gig on Gigevate runs through a secure escrow account. The organiser pays in once the offer is accepted. The money stays locked until the performance is completed so both sides can book with confidence.
The organiser confirms the gig and pays the full agreed amount through Gigevate. The booking is now locked in and visible to both sides.
The money moves into a protected escrow account where it is held safely. No one can touch these funds while the event is still upcoming.
If the gig is cancelled within the agreed rules the escrow balance is used to protect both sides. Funds are returned to the organiser or paid to the artist based on the cancellation terms so no one is left guessing.
On the event date the artist plays the show as agreed. Once the performance is finished the organiser confirms that the gig is complete on Gigevate.
If there is any problem both sides can raise a dispute. The payout is paused while the situation is reviewed so the money stays safe until there is a clear outcome.
When the gig is confirmed or a dispute is resolved the escrow account releases the funds to the artist. Payouts are processed within up to three working days depending on bank processing times and in some cases they can arrive almost instantly.
Everything stays inside Gigevate. Booking offers, confirmations, payments and updates all live in one place so there are no spreadsheets, no lost messages and no confusion. This is more than a payment flow. It is a trust system for real world gigs that keeps artists, organisers and the scene protected.
Artists are protected before they perform
Organisers book talent with confidence
The scene keeps moving without payment drama
Gigevate makes bookings fairer safer and more structured for the entire electronic music community.
No unpaid gigs
No manual deposits
No chasing organisers for money
No risk of paying someone who does not show up
No confusion around what was agreed
No lost money when something goes wrong
More trust
Stronger connections
Cleaner bookings
Better culture for everyone
You get paid once your gig is confirmed complete. A small booking fee comes off your payout and covers secure escrow payments visibility on Gigevate and the booking tools that support your career. You do not need to chase invoices or deposits again because Gigevate keeps every step transparent.
You pay the full agreed amount when you send the offer and it stays protected in escrow until the event is complete. You do not pay organiser platform fees and you stay protected if plans change or disputes arise. Gigevate stays free for organisers while keeping every booking clear and secure.
Only artists pay a platform fee and it’s all-inclusive. This is automatically deducted from your payout.
| Booking Amount (€) | Artist Fee (%) |
|---|---|
| Up to €500 | 10% |
| €500 to €2,500 | 15% |
| €2,500 to €5,000 | 12% |
| €5,000 to €25,000 | 10% |
| Above €25,000 | 8% |
After the organiser marks the gig complete Gigevate triggers the payout and Stripe sends the payment to the artist. Most payouts arrive within three days depending on bank processing times and some payouts can arrive instantly. You can follow every step of the payout inside your Gigevate dashboard.
If something goes wrong during a booking both sides stay protected. When there is a dispute the funds remain locked in escrow while our dispute team reviews what happened and reaches a fair outcome.
If an artist does not show up the organiser is protected. If an organiser does not confirm completion the system requests proof from both sides then resolves the disagreement in line with our policies. Escrow keeps the money safe so no one loses funds unfairly.
Gigevate is currently available in countries where our payment partners support secure escrow bookings and payouts. Right now this includes most of Europe and the United Kingdom so you can book gigs build your profile and get paid with confidence.
Available now in Europe and the United Kingdom
Austria • Belgium • Bulgaria • Croatia • Cyprus • Czech Republic • Denmark • Estonia • Finland • France • Germany • Greece • Hungary • Ireland • Italy • Latvia • Lithuania • Luxembourg • Malta • Netherlands • Poland • Portugal • Romania • Slovakia • Slovenia • Spain • Sweden • Norway • Switzerland • Iceland • Liechtenstein • United Kingdom
Currently not available in
• North America • South America • Africa • Asia • Australia • New Zealand
Why some countries are not yet supported
To keep every booking safe Gigevate must follow financial regulations in each region. Our escrow and payout partners can only support countries where their KYC and compliance systems are live so some locations are not available yet.
We are working to open access to more regions globally and will share updates as soon as new countries come online.
Gigevate works with established global payment providers to ensure every booking is protected from the moment it is created. These are not experimental tools or new systems. They are industry leaders trusted by thousands of businesses worldwide.
Trustap is our escrow partner. They specialise in secure digital transactions where both sides need protection. Your money stays safely locked until the performance is complete so no one can lose out unfairly. Trustap is regulated meets strict compliance standards and operates across supported regions in Europe and the United Kingdom.
Stripe handles all artist payouts. It is one of the most recognised payment infrastructures in the world used by global companies and major platforms. Stripe processes payouts quickly and reliably so artists can receive their money within three days or in some cases instantly depending on their bank.
No third party links.
No risky payments outside the platform.
No guessing where the money goes.
With escrow and Stripe built directly into Gigevate you get a secure trusted payment flow created for real world gigs. Everything is tracked. Everything is transparent. Everything is protected.
Your questions answered
Once an organiser sends a booking offer, the full payment is held securely in escrow through Trustap. After the event is completed and confirmed, the funds are released to the artist through Stripe. This ensures that both parties are protected throughout.
Escrow is a secure holding account that keeps funds safe until both sides fulfil their part of the agreement. On Gigevate, escrow protects the artist from cancellations and the organiser from no-shows or underperformance. It’s the foundation of trust between both parties.
Trustap is our official escrow partner. They are a verified third-party provider that securely holds and releases funds based on milestones, like a completed gig.
Once the organiser marks the gig as complete, funds are typically released within 24–48 hours via Stripe. You will get a notification when payout is initiated.
Yes. Both artists and organisers can track the full flow in the Gigevate dashboard: from offer sent, to deposit made, to funds released.
Disputes are submitted directly through Trustap and reviewed using available booking evidence, communications, and timelines. Gigevate may also support the claim with internal logs. Trustap makes a fair resolution based on proof.
Yes. We use Stripe to ensure fast, reliable, and global payouts. Artists must set up their Stripe account during onboarding to receive funds.
Escrow-protected bookings with Trustap
Seamless and fast Stripe payouts
Tools to manage and showcase your gigs
Increased visibility to verified organisers
Full support from Gigevate in case of issues
| Booking Amount (€) | Artist Booking Fee (%) |
|---|---|
| Up to €500 | 10% |
| €500 to €2,500 | 15% |
| €2,500 to €5,000 | 12% |
| €5,000 to €25,000 | 10% |
| Above €25,000 | 8% |
The fee is all-inclusive — there are no extra charges or payout fees. Everything is shown clearly before booking confirmation.
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Cancellations are handled based on our cancellation policy and the Trustap terms. If a booking is cancelled within the protection window, funds can be refunded or partially released, depending on what was agreed between both parties.
Funds will not be released until the organiser marks the gig as complete. If they fail to do so, the artist can raise a dispute through Trustap’s system, and Gigevate will support the resolution process with any available evidence.
If an artist fails to perform and does not provide a valid reason, the organiser can raise a dispute. Trustap will then assess the case and decide if a refund is due.
Once the artist accepts, the organiser pays through the platform.
The full amount is held securely in escrow by Trustap.
After the gig, the organiser confirms the event was completed.
Gigevate approves payout, and funds are released via Stripe to the artist.
You get paid after every confirmed gig — no ghosting, no chasing invoices.
You can view the full timeline and payment status in your dashboard.
Payouts are fast, secure and always visible.
You only pay once the artist accepts the booking.
No additional platform fees — the price you see is what you pay.
Escrow protects your money until the gig is complete.
You confirm the gig afterwards to trigger the payout.
Refunds are possible depending on the circumstances of the cancellation or dispute. All refund policies will be shown at the time of booking. For any issues, please open a case directly with Trustap.
No. All bookings on Gigevate go through our secure escrow flow. This protects everyone involved and prevents payment issues. It’s part of what makes the platform trusted.
Yes. Organisers and artists can discuss the offer inside the platform before payment is made. Once both sides agree, the offer can be confirmed and funds deposited.
Minor changes (like times or rider info) can be updated via the chat, but any major changes require both parties to approve a new offer or cancel the previous one.
Yes. Gigevate supports multiple bookings and recurring gigs. Each one will have its own payment flow and protection, so nothing gets lost.
We’re currently live in countries supported by Stripe and Trustap, including most of Europe, North America, and Australia. If you’re in a supported country, you can get booked and get paid securely.
❌ Gigevate is not available in:
South Africa, India, Russia, and other regions where Stripe or Trustap are not yet supported.
Gigevate supports major currencies including EUR, USD, and GBP. Final payout currency depends on your Stripe settings.
Yes. Stripe requires basic identity verification to process payouts. You will be asked to upload a valid ID and banking information securely during setup.
Yes. We follow strict GDPR guidelines and your personal data is protected. All sensitive data is handled via Trustap and Stripe’s secure systems.
Traditional payment methods do not offer protection for both parties. Trustap allows us to build a trusted booking ecosystem where the money is only released once the job is done. It keeps everyone accountable.
With manual payments, there is no protection or verification. With Gigevate, the platform tracks every step of the booking process and ensures funds are only released when both sides agree it is complete.
Anyone booking or performing at electronic music events: DJs, live acts, event organisers, promoters, collectives and more. Whether you are big or underground, this protects your work.
Where can I learn more or get help?
Contact support@gigevate.com if you need assistance with Trustap or your payment setup.
