Ko-fi
Get support from fans of your work.
Overview
Ko-fi is a platform that allows creators to receive donations, sell digital and physical products, offer memberships, and take commissions, all with 0% platform fees on donations.
✨ Key Features
- 0% platform fees on donations
- Accept one-off donations
- Sell digital and physical products
- Offer memberships with recurring payments
- Take commissions and requests
- Post content and updates
🎯 Key Differentiators
- 0% platform fees on donations
- Multiple ways to earn money (donations, sales, memberships, commissions)
- Flexibility for creators to choose how they want to monetize
Unique Value: Ko-fi provides creators with a flexible and affordable platform to earn money from their work, with the key benefit of taking 0% platform fees on donations.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- A flexible way for artists to monetize their work through donations, commissions, and sales
- Building a membership community with no platform fees on donations
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Businesses that need advanced e-commerce features
- Creators who require deep integrations with other platforms
🏆 Alternatives
Ko-fi is more versatile than Buy Me a Coffee, offering more ways to earn. It's a more affordable option than Patreon for creators who primarily receive donations.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (NA tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: 0% platform fees on donations. Transaction fees from PayPal and Stripe still apply.
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