Support Open Source with Just $1/Month
A practical guide to supporting the developers who build the software you rely on every day.
🎯 Step Zero: Choose Wisely
Before you start, focus your support on projects you actually use and that impact your work or daily life.
Ask yourself:
- Do I use this project weekly?
- Would I be lost without it?
- Does it save me time or money?
If yes → it's worth supporting. 💎
🛠️ The 5 Steps
Access the Profile
Search for the developer or project, and navigate to their main GitHub profile page.
Start Sponsoring
Click the "Sponsor" button located at the top right corner of their profile.
Set Amount and Frequency
Choose a predefined tier or enter a custom amount.
Payment and Privacy
Enter your payment details. Choose whether you want your sponsorship to be public or private.
Confirm
Review the amount and click "Sponsor" to complete the process. Congratulations! 🎉
🎲 The Domino Effect
Your small contribution creates a chain reaction:
You're not just a donor. You're a domino stone.
"Le mensonge est un masque qui finit toujours par coller au visage."— Sagesse française
«Alle für einen, einer für alle»
One for all, and all for one
💡 Quick Notes
100% Transparent
GitHub deducts no fees from personal donations. Everything goes to the developer.
Total Flexibility
Stop, upgrade, or downgrade anytime from your billing settings with one click.
Can't Pay?
Star the project, write a review, or share it. That's huge free support too!
Alternatives
Some developers prefer Open Collective or Buy Me a Coffee. Check their profile!
🎯 Your Turn — Right Now
Your $1 might be the reason a developer continues their work tomorrow.