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The best alternative to Patreon is Liberapay, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Patreon and 19 are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to Patreon are Ko-fi, be-BOP, Show4me and Tipeee.

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  1. Liberapay icon

    Liberapay

     112 likes

    Liberapay is a way to donate money recurrently to people whose work you appreciate.

    43 Liberapay alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Homepage
     
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    Comments about Liberapay as an Alternative to Patreon
    Top Positive Comment
    dataculi
    6

    They don't take a cut of the donations. The only way they make money is from donations themselves

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    7

    There is no way to provide incentives for different donation tiers and payments can only be processed through Paypal which isn't anonymous.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Oscar Sanderson
    Positive
    0

    No fees, less censorship, ethical software (open source)

    3 of 6 comments
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    Liberapay icon

    • Most users think Liberapay is a great Patreon alternative.

    • Liberapay is the most popular Web-based alternative to Patreon.

    • Liberapay is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Patreon.

    • Liberapay is Free and Open SourcePatreon is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Ko-fi icon

    Ko-fi

     40 likes

    Ko-fi is the fast, friendly, 0% fee way to ask fans to support your work for the price of a coffee. Coffee's just a metaphor (You don’t have to buy actual coffee!).

    59 Ko-fi alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Set up your page and start earning in just 60 seconds.
     
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  4. be-BOP icon

    be-BOP

     4 likes

    The ethical sales toolbox.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
     

    • be-BOP is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Patreon.

    • be-BOP is Free and Open SourcePatreon is Paid and Proprietary
  5. Show4me icon

    Show4me

     Like

    Show4me is a music interaction network for music lovers, fans, musicians, music creators, bands, managers, concert promoters, and other music pros. It's an ad-free hub for consuming music and music content, monetizing music and shows, and interacting.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    Show4me screenshot 1
     
  7. Steady icon

    Steady

     9 likes

    Steady helps publishers to convert their readers, listeners and viewers - in short, their audience - into paying supporters. Publishers are individuals and teams who regularly publish content, whether via blogs, videos, photographs or podcasts.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    1
    Comments about Steady as an Alternative to Patreon
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Steady is the best solution for European creators. It supports $, € and several languages. Also, it integrates with your website and gives you all kinds of tools to market your membership.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Patreon Icon
    Steady icon
    • Steady is Freemium and ProprietaryPatreon is Paid and Proprietary
  9. Fangage.com icon

    Fangage.com

     1 like

    Fangage allows creators and brands to own, engage, and monetize their fans and content - all on their own, fully-branded website.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Fangage.com screenshot 1
     
  10. OKFANS icon

    OKFANS

     3 likes

    Okfans is a subscription websites where content creators such as: YouTubers, fitness trainers, models, content creators, public figures and adult content creators can make money by starting their subscription business, in order to monetize their content.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Okfans homepage
     
  11. SoSpoilt icon

    SoSpoilt

     1 like

    Online platform that allows content creators to create and monetize content and connect with clients via voice, video and chat.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    SoSpoilt screenshot 1
    SoSpoilt screenshot 2
    SoSpoilt screenshot 3
     
  12. LT Fan Platform icon

    LT Fan Platform

     Like

    Liquiditeam provides technology and services at the forefront of tokenization in the sports industry. Our solution combines fan engagement and financing, cutting-edge technology, industry experience, and a great passion for sports.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Sponsored token drops
     
  13. DonationAlerts icon

    DonationAlerts

     Like

    Elevate your streams with DonationAlerts' interactive tools and revenue-boosting features. Designed for streamers, our platform fosters innovation and enriches the creative community.

    15 DonationAlerts alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    DonationAlerts screenshot 1
     
  14. Fan.Direct icon

    Fan.Direct

     1 like

    Official Fan Experiences for some of the best artists and celebrities in the world. Buy unique gifts from unique items, subscriptions and official meet and greet packages.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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