Comparison 2026

Ko-fi vs DonoLink: picking a tip page for your stream

Ko-fi is a general creator support platform with a shop and memberships. DonoLink is built around live streaming: every tip can trigger an alert, move a goal and appear in your overlays. This comparison is written by DonoLink.

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At a glance

A tip page built for live streams, no account for viewers.
3.5% DonoLink fee per successful tip, no subscription.
Alerts by amount, text-to-speech and moderation.
Import your Ko-fi history.

Move to DonoLink

Create your DonoLink page and connect Stripe.
Import your exported Ko-fi tip history.
Install the alerts in OBS and test them.
Replace your Ko-fi link on your streaming channels.

General creator or streamer?

Ko-fi offers tips, memberships, a shop and commissions. If those are central to your business, include them in your decision. If you mainly want tips during streams shown on screen, a specialized platform is more direct.

Comparing fees

According to Ko-fi, new accounts start with Contributor status, which applies a 5% service fee on one-time tips; you can turn it off. Payment processing fees are separate. DonoLink charges 3.5% per successful tip and Stripe separately charges its fees to the creator. Compare the net amount on a typical tip.

Alerts and overlays

Ko-fi also offers stream alerts. DonoLink adds alert variants by amount, a tip goal, recent tips, a leaderboard, media requests and a wizard that installs the sources in OBS. Test an alert with a long message on your own scene before deciding.

Switching from Ko-fi to DonoLink

Create your page, connect Stripe and check the payment flow. Then import your Ko-fi history, install your alerts and replace your links. Importing does not move balances or active members.

Frequently asked questions

Does Ko-fi have stream alerts?

Yes, Ko-fi documents its own alerts. DonoLink adds variants by amount, a goal, recent tips and a leaderboard, among other features.

Is DonoLink cheaper than Ko-fi?

It depends on your Ko-fi status and payment processor. DonoLink charges 3.5% per successful tip, plus Stripe fees charged separately to the creator.