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What payment methods are available on Ko-fi?

Ko-fi makes it easy to accept payments by connecting your existing or new PayPal and Stripe accounts.

Most payment methods, including credit cards and digital wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay and local payment options, are automatically shown to supporters once you connect.

  Note

Payment methods shown depend on various factors, including your settings, the supporter’s location, currency, payment type, browser, and device.

 

Payment methods with PayPal on Ko-fi

Adding PayPal to your Ko-fi automatically unlocks multiple ways for your supporters to pay. No extra setup required!

PayPal is trusted worldwide, making it simple for supporters to pay using their wallet balance, linked cards, or even Venmo (for U.S.-based supporters).

Connect your PayPal account now and start accepting payments today.

Payment Method Supporter Requirements
Visa
  • Valid Visa credit or debit card.
  • Issued by a supported bank.
  • Active with sufficient funds or credit.
  • Payment Type: Card
  • Supported: Global
Mastercard
  • Valid Mastercard credit or debit card.
  • Issued by a supported bank.
  • Active with sufficient funds or credit.
  • Payment Type: Card
  • Supported: Global
Discover
  • Valid Discover credit or debit card.
  • Issued by a supported bank.
  • Active with sufficient funds or credit.
  • Payment Type: Card
  • Supported: US & Canada
Most Major Cards
  • Like Diners Club, China UnionPay, JCB, etc.
  • Payment Type: Card
  • Supported: Global
PayPal
  • Use the bank account connected to your PayPal account.
  • Login to PayPal.
  • Choose your bank account.
  • Payment Type: Real-Time Payments
  • Supported: Global
PayPal
  • Logged into PayPal account.
  • Sufficient balance available.
  • Payment Type: Wallet
  • Supported: Global
Venmo
  • U.S.-based user.
  • Transaction in U.S. dollars (USD).
  • Active Venmo account linked to a valid payment method.
  • Payment Type: Wallet
  • Supported: United States
Bancontact
  • Belgian bank account.
  • Euros (EUR) currency.
  • Active Bancontact card or mobile app linked to a Belgian bank account.
  • Payment Type: Bank Redirect
  • Supported: Belgium
Przelewy24
  • Polish bank account.
  • Euros (EUR) or Polish złoty (PLN) currency.
  • Active online banking account with a participating Polish bank.
  • Payment Type: Bank Redirect
  • Supported: Poland

 

Types of payment methods

With PayPal on Ko-fi, supporters can pay using:

  • Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover)
  • Wallets like PayPal balance and Venmo (U.S. only)
  • Bank options such as Bancontact (Belgium) or Przelewy24 (Poland)
  • Real-time payments from linked bank accounts

Learn more about PayPal’s payment methods here.

Connect your PayPal account here and start accepting payments today.

If you have any questions contact us anytime, we’d love to hear from you! 💌

 

Payment methods with Stripe on Ko-fi

Adding Stripe to your Ko-fi makes it easy for your supporters to pay their way. From credit and debit cards to wallet payments and local payment options, Stripe helps you give supporters a seamless way to support your creative work.

Connect your Stripe account now to get started in minutes.

Payment Method Supporter Requirements
Visa
  • Valid Visa credit or debit card.
  • Issued in a supported country.
  • Active with sufficient funds or credit.
  • Payment Type: Card
  • Supported: Global
Mastercard
  • Valid Mastercard credit or debit card.
  • Issued in a supported country.
  • Active with sufficient funds or credit.
  • Payment Type: Card
  • Supported: Global
American Express
  • Valid Amex card.
  • Issued in a supported country.
  • Active with sufficient funds or credit.
  • Payment Type: Card
  • Supported: Global
Discover
  • Valid Discover card.
  • Issued by a supported bank.
  • Active with sufficient funds or credit.
  • Payment Type: Card
  • Supported: US & Canada
UnionPay
  • Valid UnionPay card.
  • Issued by a supported bank.
  • Transaction in supported currencies like USD, EUR, or GBP.
  • Payment Type: Card
  • Supported: Asia
Apple Pay
Apple Pay
  • Apple device (iPhone, iPad, Mac, etc.).
  • Safari browser (iOS 10+ or macOS Sierra+).
  • Valid card in Apple Wallet.
  • Payment Type: Wallet
  • Supported: Global
Google Pay
Google Pay
  • Supported device (Android or desktop with Chrome).
  • Google Pay setup with a valid card.
  • Payment Type: Wallet
  • Supported: Global
Przelewy24
  • Polish bank account.
  • Transaction in Euros (EUR) or PLN.
  • Active online banking account.
  • Payment Type: Bank Redirect
  • Supported: Poland
Link
  • Supporters in Stripe-supported countries.
  • Valid Link account with saved payment info.
  • Payment Type: Wallet
  • Supported: Global
Alipay
  • Chinese Alipay account or location.
  • Transaction in currencies like CNY, USD, EUR, etc.
  • Sufficient funds.
  • Payment Type: Wallet
  • Supported: China

Types of payment methods

Stripe on Ko-fi offers a variety of payment options for your supporters, including:

  • Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover)
  • Wallets like Apple Pay and Cash App (U.S. only)
  • Bank methods such as Bancontact (Belgium) and Przelewy24 (Poland)
  • Real-time payments from linked bank accounts

Connect your Stripe account here to start accepting payments today.

To learn more about Stripe payment methods, learn more here.

If you have any questions contact us anytime, we’d love to hear from you! 💌

 

FAQ

How do I get paid with Ko-fi?

You get paid directly and instantly into your own PayPal or Stripe account, no waiting for payouts! Supporters can pay you via PayPal, cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo, Cash App, and local payment options. Learn more here.

Do I need a PayPal or Stripe account before I open a Ko-fi page?
No, you don’t! Head to Payment tab and click “Connect” for PayPal or Stripe. You can create one or link your existing one in a few easy steps.
Do I need to do anything to enable these payment methods?

You’re ready to start receiving support as soon as you connect PayPal or Stripe. We automatically enable the most relevant payment methods for you based on your device, location and payment type.

If your supporters aren’t seeing a specific payment method, check supporter requirements in the tables above. If you’re still having trouble, reach out and we’ll take a look.

Can I request a new payment method not currently available?
We love hearing your ideas! Popular requests like direct bank transfer options and Payoneer are already on our radar. Keep sharing your favorites here, your feedback helps shape our roadmap.
Does Ko-fi take a fee?
Ko-fi is creator-friendly with a 0-5% platform fee. There’s no monthly subscription, so we only earn when you do. Learn more about our pricing here.
What if I can’t get a PayPal or Stripe account?
Right now, we support PayPal and Stripe. However, we’re always exploring new options! If you’d like to see alternatives like Payoneer, Wise, GCash, Payeer, or direct bank transfers, let us know here. We’re constantly working to expand payment options to better support creators.