Donation & Tips Setup Guide
Start receiving one-time support from your fans! Learn how to set up donation cards, customize your support widget, and manage donations effectively.
Go to SettingsDonation/Tips
One-time support
- Quick way for supporters to show appreciation
- No ongoing commitment required
- Perfect for first-time supporters
- Lower barrier to entry (₱5 minimum)
- Great for impulse support
Memberships
Recurring monthly support
- Predictable recurring income
- Exclusive content for members
- Build a committed community
- Higher value per supporter over time
- Great for ongoing content creation
Navigate to Donation Settings
Access your donation card customization from your dashboard.
[Screenshot: Dashboard navigation to donation settings]
Step-by-step:
- Log in to your 1raket account at 1raket.com
- Click on your profile avatar in the top navigation bar
- Select 'Dashboard' from the dropdown menu
- Click on 'Settings' in the left sidebar
- Navigate to 'Donation Widget' or 'Support Settings'
- Your donation card appears on your creator page automatically
Customize Your Donation Card
Personalize your donation widget to match your brand and style.
[Screenshot: Donation card customization interface]
Step-by-step:
- Choose your support metaphor: Beer, Coffee, Tea, Smoothie, or Pizza
- Each metaphor has a unique emoji icon (🍺☕🍵🥤🍕)
- Set your theme color to match your brand
- Customize button text (default: 'Support')
- Card displays: 'Buy [Your Name] a [Metaphor]'
- Changes reflect immediately on your creator page
💡 Pro Tip
Choose a metaphor that resonates with your content! Coffee works well for writers, Beer for podcasters, and Pizza for streamers.
Set Donation Amounts
Configure predefined amounts to make it easy for supporters to donate.
[Screenshot: Donation amount selection interface]
Step-by-step:
- Default amounts: ₱5, ₱10, ₱100
- Supporters can select predefined amounts with one click
- Custom amount field allows any amount above ₱5
- Minimum donation: ₱5.00
- All amounts displayed in Philippine Peso (₱)
- Supporters see total before confirming payment
💡 Pro Tip
The ₱5 minimum makes donations accessible to more supporters, while the custom field allows generous contributions!
Enable Supporter Messages
Allow supporters to send you messages with their donations.
[Screenshot: Message input with private message toggle]
Step-by-step:
- Supporters can add their name or nickname (optional)
- Message field allows up to 280 characters
- Private message option available (only you see it)
- Public messages appear on your creator page
- Character counter helps supporters stay within limit
- Messages are moderated through pending approvals
💡 Pro Tip
Messages create a personal connection! Many supporters love leaving encouraging words along with their donation.
Configure Payment Settings
Set up your GCash account to receive donations.
[Screenshot: Payment settings with GCash configuration]
Step-by-step:
- Go to Dashboard → Settings → Payment Settings
- Add your GCash number and account name
- Upload your QR code or generate one automatically
- System generates dynamic QR codes with exact amounts
- Supporters scan QR code with GCash app
- Payment goes directly to your GCash account
💡 Pro Tip
Dynamic QR codes show the exact donation amount, reducing errors and making it easier for supporters to pay!
Understanding the Donation Flow
Learn how supporters make donations on your page.
[Screenshot: Complete donation flow from card to success]
Step-by-step:
- Supporter visits your creator page
- Clicks on donation card and selects amount
- Adds optional name and message
- Clicks 'Support with [Amount]' button
- QR modal opens with GCash payment code
- Mobile users can tap 'Open GCash App' for instant payment
- Supporter scans QR code and completes payment
- Confirms payment in modal checkbox
- Clicks 'I've Sent the Payment' button
- 🎉 Confetti animation appears with success message
Manage Donation Approvals
Review and approve donations from your supporters.
[Screenshot: Donations dashboard with pending approvals]
Step-by-step:
- All donations start as 'Pending Approval'
- Go to Dashboard → Donations to review
- Verify payment was received in your GCash
- Approve or decline each donation
- Approved donations appear on your creator page
- Send thank you messages to supporters
- Track total earnings in dashboard analytics
💡 Pro Tip
Check your GCash regularly and approve donations promptly to build trust with your supporters!
Donation Features
Powerful features to make receiving donations easy and supporter-friendly.
Anonymous Donations
Supporters can donate anonymously
- Toggle anonymous mode before payment
- Email not required for anonymous donations
- Name won't appear on your creator page
- Still receive the full donation amount
- Great for supporters who want privacy
Email Receipts
Automatic confirmation emails
- Supporters receive email confirmation
- Includes donation amount and date
- Thank you message from you
- Reference number for tracking
- Sent only to non-anonymous donations
Mobile Optimized
Seamless experience on mobile devices
- One-tap GCash app integration
- Responsive donation card design
- QR code optimized for mobile scanning
- Touch-friendly buttons and inputs
- Works on all mobile browsers
Best Practices for Donations
Encouraging Donations
- Mention donations in your content regularly
- Share what donations help you create
- Thank supporters publicly (with permission)
- Set donation goals for specific projects
- Show appreciation in creative ways
Payment Processing
- Check GCash daily for new payments
- Approve donations within 24 hours
- Keep accurate records for tax purposes
- Match donation amounts to GCash receipts
- Communicate clearly about processing time
Building Supporter Trust
- Be transparent about how donations are used
- Respond to supporter messages personally
- Share updates on what you're working on
- Acknowledge all supporters, not just large donations
- Consider creating exclusive perks for donors
Maximizing Donations
- Make donation card visible on your page
- Use compelling metaphor that fits your brand
- Share success stories enabled by donations
- Create urgency with limited-time campaigns
- Offer recognition for milestone donations
Frequently Asked Questions
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