# Fansub Onboarding (/en/docs/apply)



AniBT welcomes original anime translation, encoding, and distribution teams to join and build a clean, reliable BitTorrent ecosystem.

<Callout type="warn">
  To ensure authenticated release authorship, publishing privileges cannot be self-activated. Group leaders must apply using their **registered AniBT email address**. If you have not registered yet, complete [Account Registration](/en/docs/account-auth) first.
</Callout>

Once approved, you will receive full access to your group management console `/groups/<slug>`, automated release API keys, one-click multi-site sync, and a dedicated image host.

## Application Process [#application-process]

<Steps>
  <Step>
    ### Register an Account on AniBT [#register-an-account-on-anibt]

    Visit the [Registration Page](https://anibt.net/auth/sign-up) and create an account with your group's official or lead email. Upon approval, this account will be bound as the Owner of your fansub group.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    ### Prepare Application Details [#prepare-application-details]

    Gather your group's profile information and previous release history. Refer to [Field Descriptions](#field-descriptions) below for requirements.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    ### Send the Application Email [#send-the-application-email]

    From the exact email address registered on AniBT, send your application to our official support email:

    * **Recipient**: [support@anibt.net](mailto:support@anibt.net)
    * **Subject**: `Fansub Group Onboarding - <Your Group Name>`
    * **Body**: Use the reference template below

    ```txt title="Application Email Template"
    Hello AniBT Team,

    We would like to apply for fansub publishing permissions on AniBT. Our details are as follows:

    1. Group Name: Sakura Sub
    2. Dedicated slug: sakura-sub
    3. Profile: Active team primarily translating and encoding seasonal TV anime (bilingual JP/EN or JP/CN).
    4. Proof of authorship:
       - DMHY publisher profile: https://share.dmhy.org/topics/list/user_id/...
       - Mikan group page: https://mikanani.me/Home/PublishGroup/...
       - (Or attach a screenshot of your dashboard on another BT tracker)
    5. Contact channel: Telegram @sakura_lead / Discord @sakura_group
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step>
    ### Await Review and Activation [#await-review-and-activation]

    Admins typically review and reply within 1 to 3 business days. If you do not hear back after one week, check your spam folder before sending a follow-up inquiry.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Field Descriptions [#field-descriptions]

<TypeTable
  type="{
  'Group Name': {
    type: 'string',
    description: 'Official name of the fansub group, displayed on anime release pages and group directories.',
  },
  'slug': {
    type: 'string',
    description: 'Permanent English identifier (e.g., sakura-sub), used in URLs and API calls. Cannot be easily changed once set.',
  },
  'Profile': {
    type: 'string',
    description: 'Overview of your team, release categories, and translation activity.',
  },
  'Proof of Authorship': {
    type: 'string',
    description: 'Link or screenshot proving previous releases on other BT platforms (DMHY, Mikan, ACGNX, Nyaa, etc.).',
  },
  'Contact': {
    type: 'string',
    description: 'Direct communication channel (Telegram, Discord, QQ) for admin correspondence if needed.',
  },
}"
/>

## Next Steps After Approval [#next-steps-after-approval]

Once approved, you will see the Group Console option in the site navigation. We recommend configuring your group in this order:

1. **[Configure Site Sync](/en/docs/site-sync)**: Enter credentials for Bangumi Moe, Mikan, DMHY, ACGNX, and Nyaa to enable automatic cross-site publishing.
2. **[Set Up Tracker](/en/docs/tracker)**: Add `https://tracker.anibt.net/announce` to your torrent creation software.
3. **[Explore Image Host & APIs](/en/docs/image-host)**: Host release screenshots or integrate your pipeline with the [Release API](/en/docs/open-api/releases-publish).