How to Set Up a Digital Tip Jar

How to Set Up a Digital Tip Jar


Many content creators, including YouTubers, bloggers, podcasters, musicians, and designers, share free content that educates, entertains, or inspires their audience. While not every piece of content is linked to a product or service, fans often want to express their gratitude or support for the creators directly. 

The "Get Tipped" feature on Mainstack’s Link-in-Bio makes this easy by allowing creators to collect tips in a fun and personal way.

Example Applications

  • Add a “Buy Me a Coffee ☕” button so fans can send small appreciation tokens.

  • Use different gift names (e.g., “Pizza 🍕” or “Flowers💐”) to make the experience fun and engaging.

How to Set It Up

  1. Create your Link-in-Bio Profile

  • Log in to your Mainstack Dashboard.

  • On the Homepage, click on Link-in-Bio.

  • Click on Create New Link-in-Bio

  • Set your Link-in-Bio username and your unique URL

  • Click on Proceed to create your profile

  1. Pick a Template that fits your brand.

  2. Customize your template by adding blocks and buttons that help you showcase your brand and what you do.

  3. Add a “Get Tipped” block.

  • Select “Buy Me a Gift” and customize:

  • Gift Name and Emoji (e.g., “Flowers 💐”)

  • Unit Price - the amount each gift will cost (e.g., $10)

  • Description - you can briefly explain what the support will be given towards   (optional).

  • You can choose to toggle “Share progress with my visitors,” if you want your visitors to see how many gifts/tips have been given.

  • Save and Publish your page.

  • Share your Link-in-Bio link in your social bios, YouTube descriptions, or newsletters.

Why It Works

  • Creates a simple, no-pressure way for fans to support creators.

  • Adds a personal and fun touch to fan interactions.

  • Turns free content into a stream of community-driven income.

This turns your Link-in-Bio page into more than just a showcase; it becomes a support hub where people can engage with your work and contribute financially in an easy, friendly way.



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