Get paid by the fans
who love your work.
One link for tips, goals and thank-you notes. Fans pay in seconds — the money lands in your bank.
Live in a minute
Claim your name, add a photo and share your link anywhere.
Tips from $3 to $500
Apple Pay, Google Pay and cards. Fans leave a note on your wall.
Secure by default
Verified payments, fraud checks and payouts straight to your bank.
Why creators choose WireFan
A simple tip jar for your link in bio on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube or X.
Keep more of every tip
A flat 3% platform fee. No monthly plan, no tiers to unlock basic features.
Money goes to your bank
Tips are charged on your own Stripe account and paid out to your bank on Stripe's schedule.
Fans pay in seconds
No fan account needed. Apple Pay, Google Pay and cards on a fast mobile checkout.
Goals, wall and rewards
Show a goal bar, thank fans on your Appreciation Wall and unlock a private link for bigger tips.
Fans can cover the fees
One tap lets supporters cover processing fees, so you receive the full tip amount.
Up to 5 reward tiers
Sell digital extras — guides, downloads, invites — that unlock instantly at each tip level.
Paid questions & answers
Fans tip to ask you anything. Answer from your dashboard and it appears on your wall.
Live stream alerts
Add one link to OBS or Streamlabs and new tips pop up live on your Twitch, YouTube or Kick stream.
Tip button for your website
Paste one line of code into your blog, portfolio or WordPress site to add a floating tip button.
Instant share & confetti
Fans get a thank-you page with your note, their rewards and a one-tap share on X.
WireFan vs Buy Me a Coffee, Ko-fi and Patreon
Looking for a Buy Me a Coffee alternative or a Patreon alternative for one-time tips? Here's how the platform fees compare.
| Platform | Platform fee | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| WireFan | 3% per tip | Tips, paid Q&A, rewards and stream alerts |
| Buy Me a Coffee | 5% per transaction | Tips and memberships |
| Ko-fi | 0% on tips; fees on shop/memberships unless on a paid plan | Tips, shop and commissions |
| Patreon | 8–12% depending on plan | Monthly memberships |
Payment processing fees apply on all platforms. Competitor fees are based on their publicly listed pricing and may change — check each site for current terms.
Questions
How much does WireFan cost?
Joining is free. WireFan takes a 3% platform fee on each tip, plus standard Stripe payment processing fees.
Is WireFan a good Buy Me a Coffee alternative?
If you mainly want one-time tips with a low fee, a goal bar and instant rewards, yes. If you need monthly memberships, a membership platform may suit you better.
Do fans need an account to tip?
No. Fans pick an amount from $3 to $500 and pay with Apple Pay, Google Pay or card.
How do I get paid?
Connect your bank through Stripe. Tips are charged on your own Stripe account and paid out to your bank.
Can fans pay me to answer a question?
Yes. Fans choose "Ask a question" when tipping. You answer from your dashboard and the answer shows on your public wall.
Does WireFan work for Twitch or YouTube live streams?
Yes. Add your WireFan alert link as a Browser Source in OBS or Streamlabs and new tips appear on your stream.
Can I sell digital downloads?
Yes. Add up to 5 reward tiers with private links that unlock right after payment.
Are tips tax-deductible donations?
No. Tips are personal gifts to creators, not charitable donations.
Buy Me a Coffee, Ko-fi and Patreon are trademarks of their respective owners. WireFan is not affiliated with or endorsed by them.