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The website content provides a detailed guide on how to set up a Ko-fi account and integrate Ko-fi buttons or logos into Medium articles for content creators seeking support from their readers.

Abstract

The provided text is a comprehensive tutorial aimed at Medium writers and content creators on how to effectively utilize Ko-fi, a platform for accepting support from fans and followers. It begins by addressing common inquiries such as inserting links on images, finding Ko-fi icons, and understanding what Ko-fi is. The author then proceeds to guide readers through the step-by-step process of creating a Ko-fi account, selecting the appropriate graphics from the Ko-fi Creator Kit, and embedding these graphics with a link to their Ko-fi profile within their Medium stories. The guide emphasizes the importance of content creators being adept with graphic software to manipulate downloaded images. Additionally, the author encourages readers to support their work by using their referral links and subscribing to their Medium content. The tutorial concludes with the author sharing their national heritage and inviting readers to buy them a Ko-fi as a form of appreciation.

Opinions

The author believes that knowing how to set up and use Ko-fi is more beneficial than simply receiving a one-time contribution.
They suggest that content creators should be skilled with graphic software to effectively manage and customize Ko-fi graphics.
The author values the support of their readers and encourages the use of referral links to aid in their efforts to help other writers.
There is a subtle hint of pride in the author's national heritage, as indicated by the clue about the song lyric and its connection to the original performer's home country.
The author seems to prefer a hands-on approach to learning, providing direct instructions and resources for readers to follow.

GOLD Writing — How To (Flash Instruction)

Give a Man a Ko-fi or Teach the Man How To Make Ko-fi.

Will You Settle for How To Set Up Your Ko-fi?

**Selecting this** Ko-fi Logo icon **takes reader to author’s Ko-fi account — where there are two writing tips.**

This may be helpful for those wanting to know about Ko-fi and how to set it up for yourself. Please note I’m not attempting to solicit direct funds — though tips are always appreciated.

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I get occasional requests — amongst others:

how do I insert a link on an image;
where can I find the Ko-fi icons or buttons to use; or,
any chance you know what is the “Ko-fi” website (url)?

Well, this is the lucky day for readers.

Because I’m going to answer all three (3) questions.

Recently, someone wanted to know how to get the Ko-fi cup icon installed to use for their newly created Ko-fi account link. They didn’t want to just insert a text link to their Ko-fi account.

I shall try to make this quick.

Point you where to go to start, i.e. where to do to set up a Ko-fi account.

Then, I’ll provide step-by-step instructions after that.

1 First, go to the Ko-fi.com web page and sign up.

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Done with setting up your Ko-fi account yet? I’ll wait

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2 Then, once you’re signed up — like me — you then select the following. I suggest right-clicking the text in the box to open in a new window.

Screen capture by author with instruction where to click next.

3 The following page opens. Do not select the first two choices as these are for web page designers and not meant for Medium writers use in stories.

4 Scroll down the page until you see the following, where it displays “Ko-fi Logo and Images” for downloading. I suggest you right-click on this.

5 After selecting, the following Creator Kit page opens. Both the entire Logo set and Button set are downloadable from here.

NOTE: The Creator Kit page is available directly by selecting the image above. The url is “https://more.ko-fi.com/brand-assets”. I will not list all the graphics shown by scrolling down the entire Creator Kit page.

6 However, an individual can select either a Logo or Button set for download. I just suggest people download both sets of zip files and decide later.

7 For the next step, I will choose to use the following Ko-fi icon. There are smaller ones.

FYI: It’s helpful if writers — content creators — become ‘handy’ with graphics software, i.e. Paint.Net, Sketch, Canva, etc., in order to manipulate any graphics that get downloaded or even create new ones from photos.

So, once logos and buttons are downloaded, select one to use — like I did above — inserting the image just as you would any image into a Medium story.

8 Then, after having inserted the Alt-text and caption for the image, install your Ko-fi account link on the image.

NOTE: Don’t worry, I won’t make you go to my Ko-fi account for that tip. I’ll repeat it here now.

9 Select the image until an outline shows with the Alt-text box above it.

10 Then, press CTRL+K — on MS Windows computers — to open the link dialog box for the image.

11 Paste your Ko-fi account url text in that link box and press ENTER. In my case, it’s “https://ko-fi.com/grahamcooke14007”.

… and now, “Bob’s your uncle.” You’re done!

Ever heard, “Everything I do, I do for you.” That song lyric is a clue to my national heritage. Its original performer’s original home is not far from me. Come answer where I’m having Ko-fi? ♨️ Your choice, to buy me one or more.

**Select the Ko-fi cup to direct a couple (USD) buck’a-roos my way.**

Join Medium. Read and write with no limits.

I would appreciate you choosing to use my referral link above, since it helps support me in my continued efforts in helping other writers too.

NOTE: Its nice that people follow. Now, I understand if you don’t want to, but isn’t nicer when you get notice in your email inbox for my latest. Subscribe Here?.