Guide 2026

Receive donations during Instagram Live

Instagram Live is great for talking directly to your community, but links cannot be tapped during the broadcast. The solution: a donation link that is easy to remember, placed in your bio and stories, plus a QR code to show on screen. Fans donate in seconds, without an account.

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At a glance

A short link that is easy to say out loud.
A QR code to show during the live.
No account for the donor. Viewers pay by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay.
On-screen alerts if you stream from compatible software.

Prepare your Instagram Live

Create your DonoLink page and connect Stripe.
Add your link to your Instagram bio.
Post a story with the link sticker before going live.
Show your QR code and mention the link during the live.

The problem with links during a live

During Instagram Live you cannot pin a tappable link like on Twitch. Fans need to find the link elsewhere. Say it out loud, show it on screen and keep it one tap away on your profile.

Three ways to share your link

Combine them to reach everyone:

The link in your bio: "link in bio" is a familiar habit on Instagram.
The link sticker in a story posted right before and during the live.
A QR code, printed, on a second screen or in your scene if you stream from software.

On-screen alerts

From the mobile app, Instagram does not show external sources. If your account can stream from software such as OBS with a stream key, you can add DonoLink alerts as a browser source. Otherwise, read donations aloud from your dashboard or your Discord notifications.

Thanking donors

Thank donors by the name they chose and read their message if you like. The profanity filter and the minimum amount for showing messages help keep the live pleasant.

Frequently asked questions

Can I add a tappable link during Instagram Live?

Not like on Twitch. Use the bio link, a story with a link sticker and an on-screen QR code.

Do alerts work on Instagram Live?

Only if you stream from software such as OBS with a stream key. From the mobile app, follow donations in your dashboard.

How much does DonoLink cost?

The account is free. DonoLink charges 3.5% per successful donation; Stripe separately charges its fees to the creator.

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