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See your real earnings after all fees
On $1,000 revenue on Ko-fi, you keep approximately $971 after all fees (2.9% total). Ko-fi charges 0% platform fee plus 2.9% + $0.30 payment processing.
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Ko-fi provides the simplest path to monetization without recurring payment commitments from supporters. The low-friction donation model works well for casual supporters and one-time appreciations.
Common Use Cases: Best for streamers, artists, and open-source developers accepting voluntary contributions. No minimum payout thresholds, instant gratification for donors.
Compared to Alternatives: With zero platform fees, it stands out as one of the most cost-effective options for creators and sellers. You only pay standard payment processing fees, maximizing take-home earnings. Ko-fi has zero platform fees, Buy Me a Coffee adds commerce features, Patreon focuses on subscriptions. simpler than subscription platforms but generates less predictable income. Ideal for supplementing other revenue streams rather than primary income.
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Chart shows net earnings after platform fees, payment processing, and payout costs. Based on calculation with default parameters (avg transaction: $7).
Ko-fi charges a 0% platform fee. After payment processing (2.9% + $0.30) and payout fees, the total effective fee is about 2.9% on average.
On $1,000 gross revenue, you keep approximately $970.70 after all Ko-fi fees. This includes $0.00 platform fee, $29.30 processing fee, and $0.00 payout fee.
It depends on your needs. Ko-fi offers 0% platform fee which is competitive. Compare with other platforms using our calculator to see which works best for your revenue level.
Some strategies include: increasing average transaction size (reduces per-transaction impact), using direct payment links where possible, and comparing Ko-fi with alternative platforms that may have lower fees for your specific use case.
