How to Show Buy Me a Coffee Donations on Rumble (2026)
The complete guide to displaying Buy Me a Coffee donations as on-screen alerts on your Rumble livestream using Stream Alert & OBS.
Buy Me a Coffee (BMAC) is one of the most popular creator support platforms in the world, but it doesn't natively integrate with Rumble's livestreaming tools. If you want BMAC donations to appear as on-screen visual alerts during your Rumble stream, you need a bridge — and that bridge is Stream Alert.
To show Buy Me a Coffee donations on Rumble, connect your BMAC account to Stream Alert via webhook, then add the Stream Alert overlay as a browser source in OBS. Every time a viewer buys you a coffee, sends a membership payment, or purchases an extra, a fully customizable alert — complete with the supporter's name, amount, and message — pops up on your Rumble stream within seconds.
Rumble's built-in Rants only appear as highlighted messages in chat. They have no OBS integration and no way to trigger on-screen alerts. Buy Me a Coffee donations through Stream Alert fill that gap with customizable visuals, sounds, and text-to-speech — all with a 5% platform fee and full international payment support.
TL;DR — BMAC Donations on Rumble
- Rumble Rants = chat-only highlights, no OBS alert integration
- BMAC via Stream Alert = fully customizable on-screen alerts in OBS
- Buy Me a Coffee charges a 5% platform fee (you keep 95%)
- Full international support — viewers worldwide can donate via card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay
- Supports memberships (recurring) and extras (digital products)
- No Rumble Partner status required — any streamer can use BMAC
- Webhook-based alerts trigger in 2–5 seconds after payment
- Rumble's audience is known for generous tipping — give them a way to support you on screen
Why Buy Me a Coffee for Rumble Streamers
Rumble has become one of the fastest-growing livestreaming platforms, attracting creators who want fewer restrictions and a highly engaged audience. But Rumble's monetization tools are still catching up. The platform's built-in Rants system lets viewers send paid messages during livestreams, but it comes with significant limitations:
- Chat-only visibility — Rants appear as highlighted messages in Rumble chat. There's no way to display them as pop-up alerts in OBS, which means viewers watching in full screen may never see them.
- Rumble Partner required — You need to be accepted into Rumble's Partner Program before you can enable Rants. Newer or smaller creators are locked out entirely.
- Platform cut — Rumble takes approximately 20% of each Rant, plus payment processing fees. On a $10 Rant, you might receive $7–8.
- Monthly payouts — Rant revenue is paid out on a monthly cycle, not instantly.
- Limited customization — You can't change the look, sound, or behavior of Rants. What Rumble gives you is what you get.
Buy Me a Coffee fills every one of these gaps. With BMAC connected to Stream Alert, you get on-screen alerts in OBS with full customization — custom animations, alert sounds, text-to-speech, donor name and message display, and more. There's no Partner requirement, international viewers can donate from anywhere in the world using credit cards, Apple Pay, or Google Pay, and the 5% fee is lower than Rumble's Rant cut.
On top of one-time “coffees,” Buy Me a Coffee also supports memberships for recurring monthly revenue and extras for selling digital products. You can set up your BMAC page with custom branding, a personalized URL, and different support tiers — giving your Rumble audience a polished, professional way to back your content.
Why Rumble Viewers Love BMAC
Rumble audiences are known for being generous supporters of creators they believe in. Buy Me a Coffee's simple, friendly interface — “Buy [Creator] a coffee” — lowers the psychological barrier to tipping. Many Rumble streamers report that adding a BMAC link alongside Rants significantly increases their total donations per stream.
Setting Up Buy Me a Coffee Alerts on Rumble
Follow these steps to connect Buy Me a Coffee to your Rumble stream with on-screen alerts. Total setup time: 5–10 minutes.
Step 1: Create a Buy Me a Coffee Account
If you don't already have one, sign up at buymeacoffee.com. Set up your page with a profile photo, description, and support tiers. Connect your bank account or PayPal for payouts.
Time: 2–3 minutes
Step 2: Create a Stream Alert Account
- Go to streamalert.gg/register
- Enter your name, email, and password
- Click “Start Free Trial” — 30-day trial, no credit card required
Time: 1 minute
Step 3: Connect Buy Me a Coffee via Webhook
- In your Stream Alert dashboard, go to Apps
- Find Buy Me a Coffee and click Connect
- Copy your unique Webhook URL
- Open Buy Me a Coffee Studio → Webhooks
- Paste your Stream Alert webhook URL into the webhook field
- Select Support Created (or Donation Created) as the event type
- Click Save
Time: 2 minutes
Step 4: Get Your Rumble Stream Key
- Log in to your Rumble account at rumble.com
- Click your profile icon → Go Live (or visit Rumble Studio directly)
- Fill in your stream title, description, and category
- Under Stream Settings, locate the RTMP URL and Stream Key
- Copy both values — you'll paste them into OBS
Time: 1 minute
Step 5: Add the Stream Alert Overlay in OBS
- Open OBS Studio
- In your scene, click Sources → Add (+) → Browser
- Paste your Stream Alert overlay URL (found in your Stream Alert dashboard)
- Set the resolution to 1920x1080
- Click OK
- Configure OBS to stream to Rumble: Settings → Stream → Service: “Custom...” → paste Rumble's RTMP URL and Stream Key
Time: 2 minutes
Step 6: Test Your Setup
- In Buy Me a Coffee webhook settings, click Send Test Webhook
- Open your Stream Alert Live Alerts page to confirm the test donation appears
- Check your OBS browser source — you should see the alert pop up on screen
- Optionally, ask a friend to send a real $1 coffee to verify the full flow
Time: 1 minute
You're All Set!
Every Buy Me a Coffee donation will now trigger a fully customizable on-screen alert on your Rumble stream. The supporter's name, coffee amount, and personal message are all displayed automatically — no manual monitoring needed.
Buy Me a Coffee vs Rumble Rants
Here's a detailed comparison of Buy Me a Coffee donations (via Stream Alert) versus Rumble's built-in Rants system:
| Feature | BMAC + Stream Alert | Rumble Rants |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Fee | 5% | ~20% |
| Visibility | On-screen OBS alert | Chat highlight only |
| Requirements | None — any streamer | Rumble Partner |
| Recurring Support | Yes (Memberships) | No |
| International Payments | Yes — worldwide | Limited regions |
| Custom Messages | Yes — displayed on screen | Yes — chat only |
| Custom Alert Design | Full customization | No customization |
| Sound & TTS | Yes | No |
| Payout Speed | Weekly | Monthly |
Best Strategy: Run Both
Rants and BMAC serve different audiences. Viewers who are already on Rumble may prefer sending Rants because it's built into the platform. International viewers or those who want their message to appear on screen will prefer Buy Me a Coffee. Running both maximizes your total donation revenue.
Buy Me a Coffee Features for Rumble Creators
Buy Me a Coffee isn't just a tip jar. It's a full creator monetization platform with several features that work especially well for Rumble streamers:
One-Time Coffees
The core BMAC experience. Viewers “buy you a coffee” for a set amount (default $5, customizable). Each coffee triggers an on-screen alert via Stream Alert with the supporter's name and message. Viewers can buy multiple coffees at once for larger donations.
Memberships
Set up monthly membership tiers for recurring revenue. Offer perks like exclusive Discord access, early VOD access, or monthly game sessions. Each membership payment can trigger a stream alert, giving recurring supporters regular on-screen recognition.
Extras
Sell digital products through your BMAC page — custom emote packs, wallpapers, stream overlays, personalized shoutouts, or behind-the-scenes content. Extras purchases also trigger webhooks, meaning they can generate on-screen alerts during your Rumble stream.
Custom Page Branding
Customize your Buy Me a Coffee page with your own colors, logo, banner image, and personalized URL (buymeacoffee.com/yourname). A polished page builds trust and encourages more support from your Rumble audience.
All of these revenue streams work alongside Rumble Rants. You're not replacing one income source with another — you're adding new ones. A Rumble streamer with Rants enabled, a BMAC page, and Stream Alert overlay running in OBS has three separate ways to earn from every broadcast.
Promoting Buy Me a Coffee on Rumble
Having BMAC alerts set up is only useful if your viewers know where to find your page. Here are the most effective ways to promote your Buy Me a Coffee link on Rumble:
Video & Stream Description
Add your Buy Me a Coffee link to every video description and your live stream description. Rumble supports clickable links, so viewers can tap and donate in seconds. Example: “Support the stream: buymeacoffee.com/yourname — every coffee shows up on screen!”
Chat Commands
Set up a bot or pinned message with commands like !bmac, !support, or !donate that respond with your Buy Me a Coffee link. Pin the link at the start of each stream so new viewers always see it.
Verbal Mentions During Stream
Mention your BMAC link naturally during the stream, especially after high-energy moments or when a viewer asks how to support you. Keep it casual: “If you're enjoying the stream, you can grab a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/yourname — it pops up right on screen!” Once every 20–30 minutes is enough.
Pair with Rants for Maximum Coverage
Don't hide your BMAC link just because Rants exist. Frame it as an alternative: “You can send a Rant in chat or grab a coffee at my BMAC page if you want the alert on screen.” This gives viewers a choice and ensures you capture donations from both the built-in Rant system and external supporters.
Channel About Section
Add your BMAC link to your Rumble channel's About section alongside any other payment methods you accept (CashApp, Venmo, Ko-fi). This is especially important for viewers who discover your channel through VODs or clips rather than live streams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Rumble Partner status to use Buy Me a Coffee?
No. Buy Me a Coffee is completely independent from Rumble. Any streamer — regardless of follower count, watch hours, or Partner status — can create a BMAC page and start accepting donations immediately. Rumble Partner is only required for Rants and ad revenue sharing.
How does Buy Me a Coffee compare to Ko-fi for Rumble streamers?
Both platforms work well with Stream Alert via webhook. The main difference is fees: Ko-fi charges 0% on the free tier (you keep 100%), while Buy Me a Coffee takes a 5% cut. However, BMAC offers a more polished donation experience, built-in membership tiers, and broader international payment support (Apple Pay, Google Pay). Many creators run both and let viewers choose their preferred platform. See our guide on BMAC vs other donation platforms for a deeper comparison.
Do BMAC membership payments trigger on-screen alerts?
Yes. When a viewer subscribes to one of your Buy Me a Coffee membership tiers or makes a recurring payment, the webhook fires and Stream Alert displays the alert on your Rumble stream just like a one-time coffee. This means your monthly members get recognized live every time their payment renews.
Can international viewers donate through Buy Me a Coffee?
Yes. This is one of BMAC's biggest strengths. Buy Me a Coffee accepts credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay from viewers in virtually every country. Rumble Rants, by contrast, have more limited regional availability. If your Rumble audience includes international viewers, BMAC ensures they have a way to support you regardless of where they live.
Can I use Buy Me a Coffee alongside Rumble Rants?
Absolutely. Running both is the recommended approach. Rants serve viewers who prefer Rumble's built-in system, while BMAC serves international viewers, those who want on-screen alerts, and those who prefer the Buy Me a Coffee experience. The two systems don't conflict — they complement each other and maximize your total donation revenue per stream.
Start Showing Buy Me a Coffee Donations on Your Rumble Stream
Start showing Buy Me a Coffee donations on your Rumble stream today. With Stream Alert, every coffee, membership payment, and extras purchase triggers a fully customizable on-screen alert in OBS — no Rumble Partner required, no complicated setup, and alerts appear within seconds.
Join thousands of Rumble streamers who use Stream Alert to display donation alerts from BMAC, Ko-fi, CashApp, Venmo, and PayPal — all from a single overlay.
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