How to Set Up Donations on Twitch (Beyond Bits)
Bits are convenient but Twitch takes a cut. Here's how to add direct tipping and where to put the link.
Direct tipping through Ko-fi, StreamElements or Streamlabs keeps more of each donation than bits do, and works whether or not you're an affiliate. Set one up, then make the link impossible to miss.
Pick one platform
Ko-fi is the simplest and takes no cut on one-off tips with a free account. StreamElements and Streamlabs integrate alerts more tightly. Choose one — multiple tip jars confuse people.
Connect the alert
Link the donation service to your alert box so tips trigger on-screen. A tip that nobody acknowledges is a tip nobody repeats.
Put the link in three places
A Support panel on your channel page, a chat command like !tip, and your Ending screen. Most people who want to support you are looking for the link, not being persuaded.
Say thanks properly
Read the name out, react to it, and let the animated alert do its job. Themed alerts that match your overlay make the moment feel like part of your channel rather than a generic popup — every pack includes donation alerts.
Alerts worth donating for
Animated donation, sub, follow and gift alerts in one cozy style.
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