"Does a legit free patreon website actually exist?"
Hey guys! So I’ve been looking for a *free patreon website* for ages, but everything seems to have hidden fees or limits.
Like, I just wanna post my art and get tips without paying a ton in fees, y’know?
Anyone found a *real* free patreon website that doesn’t screw you over later?
I’ve seen stuff like Ko-fi, but idk if it’s *truly* free or just free-ish.
Pls share your experiences! Even if it’s not perfect, I’ll take recs.
Thx in advance! 🙏
(Also, if it doesn’t exist… someone should *make* one lol.)
Honestly, I feel you! It’s so hard to find a *free patreon website* that doesn’t sneak in fees later.
I’ve used Ko-fi for a while, and it’s *pretty* free—no monthly fees, and you can get tips directly. But they do take a small cut if you use their "Shop" feature or PayPal.
Another one to check out is Buy Me a Coffee. Super simple, no upfront costs, and fans can tip you or pay for extras. Not *perfect*, but close to a free patreon alternative.
Good luck!
Yo, same struggle here! Every "free patreon website" I’ve tried ends up having some catch.
But lemme tell ya, Liberapay is *actually* free. Like, no fees at all—it runs on donations itself. Downside? It’s not as popular, so fewer fans might find you.
Also, Gumroad’s *kinda* free if you’re just selling digital stuff. They take a cut per sale, but no monthly fees.
Hope that helps!
I’ve been down this rabbit hole too, and tbh, *truly* free patreon websites are rare.
Ko-fi’s probably the closest thing—no fees for basic tipping, but yeah, they’ll take a cut if you upgrade.
Another option? Just use PayPal or Venmo directly and link it in your social bios. Not as fancy, but *actually* free.
Sucks that there’s no perfect solution yet. Maybe we *should* make one lol.
Hey! So I’ve tried a bunch of these platforms, and here’s the tea:
- Ko-fi: Free for tips, but fees kick in for extras.
- Buy Me a Coffee: Similar, but cleaner UI imo.
- Liberapay: *Actually* free, but niche.
If you want a *free patreon website* vibe, Ko-fi’s your best bet for now. Just don’t expect *all* features to be free.
ugh, the struggle is real! Every time I think I’ve found a *free patreon website*, there’s some hidden fee or limit.
That said, I’ve had decent luck with Buy Me a Coffee. It’s simple, and the free tier lets you get tips without *any* upfront cost. They only take a cut if you use their paid features.
Also, maybe check out Patreon’s free tier? It’s not *totally* free, but you can use it without charging fans.
Honestly, I gave up looking for a *free patreon website* and just made a Discord server for my supporters.
But if you *must* use a platform, Ko-fi or Buy Me a Coffee are the least scammy. They’re not *100%* free, but close enough.
Liberapay’s cool too, but good luck getting traction there.
---
Hey everyone!
Wow, thanks for all the suggestions—did *not* expect this many replies!
I think I’ll try Ko-fi first since a lot of you mentioned it. The PayPal/Venmo idea is smart too, but I kinda want the *free patreon website* vibe for discoverability.
Liberapay sounds interesting, but yeah, the niche thing worries me. Has anyone actually grown an audience there?
Also, lol @ the Discord idea—might do that as a bonus for big supporters.
Thanks again! Y’all are the best. 🙌
