Profile Guide

Everything you need to advertise on Courtessa.

A complete guide to creating your profile, getting verified, growing visibility with premium advertising, and staying safe on the platform.

How to create a profile

  • Sign up and complete creator onboarding with your display name and city
  • Write a compelling bio that reflects your personality and availability
  • Upload a professional gallery of high-quality photos
  • Set your languages, services, and availability accurately
  • Publish your profile and start receiving messages and bookings

Profile verification

Verification builds trust with members browsing Courtessa. Submit government-issued identification through our secure verification flow. Once approved, your profile displays a verified badge that signals authenticity and professionalism.

  • Submit clear photos of your government-issued ID
  • Ensure your profile photos match your verified identity
  • Keep verification documents current and never share them outside official channels
  • Verification status is reviewed by our trust team before approval

Premium advertising & featured placement

Premium advertising

Upgrade to Premium for VIP badges, priority discovery, and premium trust signals across the platform.

Featured placement

Featured and Promoted tiers place your profile on homepage rails, discover spotlights, and top-of-search results.

Stories

Share short-form stories to stay visible, highlight availability, and keep your audience engaged daily.

Courtessa is an advertising platform — your profile is your storefront. Premium, Featured, and Promoted plans increase visibility across discovery, search, and map results. Manage subscriptions from the billing hub.

Stories

Stories keep your profile active and top-of-mind. Share daily updates, highlight availability, showcase new photos, and give members a reason to return. Stories appear in the homepage rail and discover feed alongside verified profiles.

Safety tips

  • Use in-platform messaging and booking tools for all arrangements
  • Never share passwords, payment details, or verification documents via message
  • Meet in public or well-reviewed locations for in-person experiences
  • Report suspicious behaviour immediately using in-app reporting tools
  • Visit the Safety Center for full trust and safety resources

Community rules

All advertisers must follow Courtessa Community Guidelines. Profiles must be accurate, respectful, and free of prohibited content. Violations may result in content removal, visibility restrictions, or permanent account termination.

  • No misleading photos, stolen imagery, or false claims
  • No harassment, exploitation, or illegal services
  • Honour confirmed bookings and communicate professionally
  • Keep availability and pricing information up to date

Frequently asked questions

How long does verification take?

Most verification reviews complete within 1–3 business days after you submit valid documents.

What is included in Premium advertising?

Premium adds a VIP badge, priority placement in discovery, and premium trust signals on your profile.

How do Featured and Promoted differ?

Featured profiles appear on homepage and discover spotlights. Promoted profiles receive top-of-search placement and maximum reach.

Can I update my profile after publishing?

Yes. Edit your bio, gallery, availability, and stories anytime from your creator dashboard.

Ready to advertise on Courtessa?

Create your profile, get verified, and start reaching members across Europe.