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Here’s what you’ll find on Buy Me a Coffee as a creator
Here’s what you’ll find on Buy Me a Coffee as a creator

Buy Me a Coffee makes it easy to connect with fans and earn with one-time support, memberships, and even a shop. Here’s how it works.

Updated over a month ago

Buy Me a Coffee is the perfect platform for creators to connect with their fans and turn their passion into income. Whether you’re an artist, writer, musician, or any other creator, you can monetize your work with Buy Me a Coffee in more than one way.

Your supporters can:

  • Offer one-time support.

  • Subscribe to a membership for regular and ongoing support.

  • Buy products from your shop—whether they’re digital or physical.

But Buy Me a Coffee isn’t just about getting support. It’s also about building your brand. You can customize your page, choose your brand colors, upload images to galleries, and make your space your own.

Setting up your page takes less than two minutes. You can share your link with your community, on social media, or in chats and start receiving support right away. Let’s see all the features on Buy Me a Coffee that make it easier for creators to share their work and make an income.


One-Time Support: Just quick and simple

Not every creator has a huge following, but even one true supporter can make a difference. That’s why one-time support is one of our most popular features. Fans can support you instantly without creating an account. Simply share your page or QR code, and they can send support using major credit cards or UPI. It’s that easy.

You can make their support feel special by:

  • Sending a personalized thank-you message (text or even video).

  • Sharing exclusive posts or galleries just for them.

  • Giving them a shout-out on social media to show your appreciation.

Tip: A simple “thank you” goes a long way in building connections with your supporters.


Memberships: Your reliable monthly income

If you’re looking for steady, reliable income, memberships are the way to go. With memberships, your supporters can subscribe to you monthly or yearly.

Here’s how it works:

  • Create different membership levels.

  • Set unique perks for each level, like exclusive posts, behind-the-scenes content, or personal shout-outs.

  • Promote your membership to your community.

Once someone subscribes, you’ll get regular support, making it easier to confidently plan your creative projects.


Your Shop: Sell anything you create

Have something to sell? Whether it’s a digital product like an e-book, a piece of art, or a physical item, your shop lets you showcase it all.

  • Add as many products as you want—it’s completely free to list items.

  • Share the product link or shop link among your potential customers.

  • Start selling right away with no setup hassle.

From song lyrics to stickers, portraits to templates, your shop is the perfect place to share your creations with the world.


Posts and Galleries: Share your creative process

Posts and galleries let you keep your audience engaged while showcasing your work. You can:

  • Write blog posts or updates.

  • Share audio notes.

  • Upload images with captions to tell the story behind your work.

You control the access—make them public, available to supporters, or exclusive for members. It’s a great way to keep your creativity alive and connect with your community.


Messaging: Always stay connected

Keep your supporters in the loop with just a few clicks. Whether you’re announcing a new project, sharing updates, or simply thanking them, your messages reach everyone instantly. It’s a simple and effective way to stay in touch with your community.


Followers: Build your creative community

Not all fans are ready to support you financially right away, and that’s okay. Fans can follow your page for free to stay connected. They’ll get notifications about your public posts and updates and can decide to support or subscribe whenever they’re ready.


Why creators choose Buy Me a Coffee?

Here’s what makes Buy Me a Coffee the go-to platform for creators:

  1. We only earn when you do. You keep 95% of your earnings; we take just 5%.

  2. Simple setup, no tech skills needed, because creating your page is as easy as filling out a form.

  3. Your page is your portfolio. Even if you’re not actively earning, your page can showcase your work and serve as a creative online profile.

With Buy Me a Coffee, you’re not just earning—you’re building your brand, connecting with supporters, and sharing your passion.


Click here to set up your page and start turning your creativity into support. Feel free to email us in case you have questions while setting up the page or even after it.

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