Ko-fi | Everything you need to earn & grow

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Take the first step to give your fans a way to support your creative work.

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Connect your own payment method

You’ll get paid directly into your own PayPal or Stripe account. Ko-fi never holds your money, takes payments on your behalf, or processes transactions.

Make it your own

Choose your own colors, images and links.

You can even embed your page on your own website for a completely custom experience.

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Share with your audience

Ko-fi gives you the tools, but you bring the supporters. There’s no algorithm deciding who sees your page. You control how and where you promote it.

Add more ways to earn

Start with donations or tips and add income streams as you grow.

Open a shop to sell products
Offer commissions or custom work
Launch memberships with exclusive content

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Everything you need

Ko-fi gives you full control:

You set the pricing and the terms of sale
You manage delivery and refunds
You handle communication with supporters
Download your data at any time

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🎁 Manage delivery

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the merchant of record?

You are. You’re the one making the sale and receiving the payment into your own payment account. Ko-fi doesn't act as an intermediary, take payment or manage your supporters.

Do I need my own payment account?

Yes. You’ll need a PayPal or Stripe account to receive payments. Supporters pay you directly. Ko-fi is never the recipient of your funds.

Will I find new supporters on Ko-fi?

Ko-fi provide the tools to help you get paid by people who already follow and value your work. We have tons of guides and resources to help you succeed as a creator.

What does Ko-fi charge?

To support Ko-fi’s development, most creators pay a 5% fee per transaction. This appears as an 'application' or 'partner' fee in your payment provider report, but don’t worry we don't ever take control of your money.

Who sets the terms?

You do. Whether it’s delivery timelines, revision policies, or refund conditions, you can set the terms your supporters agree to when they pay.

Can I manage sales tax?

Yes. You can choose to add VAT, GST or other taxes wherever you are registered to do so. It’s your responsibility to collect and remit any taxes that apply.