platforms for donations

Discussion in 'Internet for Musician' started by a1000, Feb 19, 2026 at 8:05 AM.

  1. a1000

    a1000 Member

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    Hi!
    Do you recommend any platforms that enable artists to get donations from people who like their music?
    Like buymeacoffee.com or donorbox.com?

    Btw. Do people donate artists these days?

    cheers!
     
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  3. pl2oph1t

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    Venmo, Cashapp, Paypal, Crypto, Stripe.
    basically anything that can give u a qr code works
     
  4. pl2oph1t

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    as for donating. I mean i dont know if I even agree with that term . I have busked for years and played in venues as well, and I dont ask for donations. I play for tips.
    Donations to me implies charity
    I am providing a service.
     
  5. PulseWave

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    The musician in question has to take care of that themselves and add a PayPal donation button to their website, etc., or mention buymeacoffee in their blog.

    Of course, you can also contact the artist and ask!
     
  6. pl2oph1t

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    oh i took it as meaning in a live setting i hadnt thought about being online.
    Still though personally I would call it tips
    prbly me ego
     
  7. PulseWave

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    That's the beauty of a forum like this: four eyes see more than two, and you complement each other, clarify things, and discuss to find the best argument.

    If I receive money or donations on my website, the tax authorities will get involved, and I have to pay taxes on the money because it counts as income. Some bottle collectors here have even had their social assistance reduced. The government, and the largest authority, the tax office, closely monitors the flow of money. So think carefully about what you do and don't do.

    Praise or positive criticism for the artist is usually worth as much as cash.
    "Recommend me," the artist says if you were satisfied with my work.
     
  8. xorome

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    In my opinion, tips = charity. I wouldn't tip at all unless I felt that the person wasn't being paid (enough) otherwise.
     
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