Buy Me a Coffee Membership Alerts on Streamlabs & StreamElements (2025 Guide)
The complete guide to displaying Buy Me a Coffee monthly membership alerts on your Twitch, YouTube, or Kick stream.
Buy Me a Coffee (BMAC) has become one of the most popular platforms for creators to receive recurring support. With its clean interface and creator-friendly approach, thousands of streamers use BMAC memberships to build sustainable income.
But there's a frustrating limitation: Buy Me a Coffee doesn't integrate with Streamlabs or StreamElements. When someone becomes a monthly member, there's no way to show an alert on your stream - unless you use Stream Alert.
In this guide, we'll show you exactly how to set up automatic BMAC membership alerts that trigger on Streamlabs and StreamElements.
Why BMAC Memberships Don't Show on Stream
Buy Me a Coffee is a standalone platform. While it offers webhooks for developers, there's no built-in connection to streaming alert services like Streamlabs or StreamElements.
This means when someone joins your BMAC membership:
- You get an email notification (which you might miss while streaming)
- It appears in your BMAC dashboard (which you can't check mid-stream)
- No alert appears on your stream
- The new member doesn't get acknowledged live
The Hidden Cost
Missing membership alerts means missing content moments. When viewers see others joining memberships live on stream, it creates social proof and encourages more sign-ups. Without alerts, you lose this powerful conversion driver.
The Solution: Stream Alert
Stream Alert connects Buy Me a Coffee to Streamlabs and StreamElements. When someone becomes a member or renews their subscription, Stream Alert:
- Receives the webhook from Buy Me a Coffee instantly
- Formats the membership data (member name, tier, message)
- Forwards to Streamlabs/StreamElements as a donation alert
- Triggers your custom alert on stream within seconds
Works with All Membership Types
Stream Alert supports all BMAC membership events: new members, tier changes, and monthly renewals. You'll never miss a supporter again.
What Information Shows in Alerts
When a BMAC membership event triggers, your alert displays:
New Member Alert
Shows when someone joins for the first time:
Renewal Alert
Shows when a member's subscription renews:
Additional information included:
- Membership Amount - The monthly price they're paying
- Member Message - Any message they included when joining
- Tier Name - Which membership tier they selected
Step-by-Step Setup Guide
Follow these steps to connect Buy Me a Coffee memberships to Streamlabs or StreamElements. Total setup time: 5 minutes.
Step 1: Create a Stream Alert Account
- Go to streamalert.gg/register
- Enter your name, email, and password
- Connect your Twitch or YouTube account
- Click "Start Free Trial"
Time: 1 minute
Step 2: Connect Streamlabs or StreamElements
- In your Stream Alert dashboard, go to Apps
- Click Connect on Streamlabs or StreamElements
- Log in and authorize the connection
Pro Tip
You can connect both Streamlabs AND StreamElements. Membership alerts will trigger on both platforms simultaneously.
Time: 1 minute
Step 3: Connect Buy Me a Coffee
- In Stream Alert, go to Apps
- Find Buy Me a Coffee and click Connect
- Copy your unique Webhook URL
Time: 30 seconds
Step 4: Configure BMAC Webhook
- Log in to Buy Me a Coffee Dashboard
- Go to Settings → Integrations
- Scroll to Webhooks
- Click Add Webhook
- Paste your Stream Alert webhook URL
- Select events: Membership Started, Membership Cancelled (for tracking)
- Click Save
Time: 2 minutes
Step 5: Test Your Setup
- In Stream Alert dashboard, go to Live Alerts
- Click Send Test Alert and select Buy Me a Coffee
- Check your Streamlabs/StreamElements alert box in OBS
- You should see a test membership alert appear!
Time: 1 minute
You're All Set!
Buy Me a Coffee memberships will now automatically trigger alerts on your stream through Streamlabs or StreamElements. New members, tier changes, and renewals are all supported.
Benefits of BMAC Membership Alerts
Instant Recognition
Thank new members immediately on stream, creating a memorable moment.
Social Proof
When viewers see membership alerts, they're more likely to join themselves.
Better Retention
Members who are acknowledged stay longer. Renewal alerts help you celebrate loyalty.
Content Moments
Each alert creates a natural pause for interaction and gratitude.
Tips for BMAC Membership Success
1. Create Compelling Tier Names
Buy Me a Coffee allows up to 5 membership tiers. Make them memorable:
- $3/mo: "Coffee Club" - Basic perks
- $5/mo: "Espresso Squad" - Discord access
- $10/mo: "VIP Barista" - Priority queue + emotes
2. Promote During Streams
Mention your BMAC membership naturally during streams:
- "If you want to support the stream, check out my Buy Me a Coffee link in the panels"
- "Members get Discord access and custom emotes!"
- Create a !member or !bmac chat command
3. Deliver Real Value
Members stick around when they get genuine perks:
- Exclusive Discord channels
- Behind-the-scenes content
- Member-only game nights
- Early access to announcements
4. Celebrate Milestones
Use renewal alerts to acknowledge long-term supporters:
- "[Name] just renewed for month 3! You're amazing!"
- Special shoutouts for 6-month and 1-year members
- Consider special perks for long-term members
Troubleshooting
Membership alert didn't appear
Check these things:
- Webhook URL is correctly pasted in BMAC settings
- Correct events are selected (Membership Started, etc.)
- Streamlabs or StreamElements is connected in Stream Alert
- Alert box is visible in OBS
Alert is delayed
BMAC webhooks are usually instant. If alerts take more than 10-15 seconds, check your Streamlabs/StreamElements connection in Stream Alert settings.
Can't find webhook settings in BMAC
Webhooks are available on paid BMAC creator accounts. If you don't see the option, you may need to upgrade your BMAC account.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this work with BMAC one-time donations too?
Yes! Stream Alert supports both BMAC one-time donations ("coffees") and memberships. Check out our BMAC donations guide for one-time donation setup.
What happens when someone cancels?
Cancellation events are logged in your Stream Alert dashboard for your records, but they don't trigger on-stream alerts.
Can I use this with other membership platforms?
Yes! Stream Alert also supports Patreon and Ko-fi memberships. You can connect all three simultaneously.
Is there a delay in the alerts?
BMAC webhooks are sent instantly. Alerts typically appear on stream within 2-5 seconds of the membership event.
Start Showing BMAC Membership Alerts Today
Buy Me a Coffee memberships are a fantastic way to build recurring income from your stream. With Stream Alert, you can finally show these memberships on Streamlabs and StreamElements, creating powerful moments of recognition that drive more sign-ups.
Setup takes just 5 minutes, and you'll be celebrating new members live on stream in no time.