Patreon Alerts on Streamlabs & StreamElements (2025 Guide)
The complete guide to displaying Patreon patron alerts and pledges on your Twitch, YouTube, or Kick stream.
Patreon is the original creator membership platform. With over 250,000 active creators and millions of patrons, it's the most established platform for building recurring supporter relationships. Many streamers use Patreon to offer exclusive content and perks to their most dedicated fans.
The challenge? Patreon doesn't natively integrate with Streamlabs or StreamElements. When someone becomes a patron or upgrades their pledge, there's no automatic alert on your stream to celebrate the moment.
In this guide, we'll show you how to set up automatic Patreon alerts using Stream Alert, so every new patron gets the recognition they deserve.
Why Streamers Love Patreon
Patreon offers features that other membership platforms don't match:
Unlimited Tiers
Create as many membership tiers as you want, from $1 to $1000+. Perfect for complex reward structures.
Robust Creator Tools
Scheduled posts, polls, exclusive video hosting, direct messaging, and comprehensive analytics.
Discord Integration
Official Discord bot automatically grants roles to patrons based on their tier.
Brand Recognition
Viewers know and trust Patreon. The name carries credibility that newer platforms don't have.
The Trade-Off
Patreon charges 5-12% platform fees (depending on your plan) plus payment processing. For many creators, the robust tools and brand trust are worth the premium.
The Missing Piece: Stream Alerts
Despite Patreon's extensive feature set, there's no native way to show patron activity on your stream:
- Streamlabs doesn't support Patreon integration
- StreamElements doesn't support Patreon integration
- No way to automatically celebrate new patrons on stream
When someone pledges to your Patreon:
- You get an email notification
- It appears in your Patreon dashboard
- Your stream audience has no idea
- The patron doesn't get recognized live
Why This Hurts Growth
Live acknowledgment creates powerful social proof. When viewers see patron alerts, it normalizes supporting the stream and creates FOMO. Without alerts, you're missing one of your best conversion tools.
The Solution: Stream Alert
Stream Alert connects Patreon to Streamlabs and StreamElements. Here's how it works:
- Viewer pledges on Patreon - They select a tier and confirm
- Patreon sends a webhook - Stream Alert receives the pledge data instantly
- Stream Alert formats and forwards - Data is sent to Streamlabs/StreamElements
- Alert appears on stream - Your custom alert plays with patron details
Stream Alert supports all Patreon pledge events:
- New Patron - When someone pledges for the first time
- Pledge Upgrade - When a patron increases their pledge tier
- Pledge Downgrade - When a patron reduces their tier (logged but not alerted)
- Monthly Renewal - When a patron's monthly payment processes
What Information Shows in Alerts
New Patron Alert
When someone pledges:
Upgrade Alert
When someone increases their pledge:
Each alert includes:
- Patron Name - Their Patreon display name
- Pledge Amount - Their monthly pledge amount
- Tier Name - Which tier they joined (if configured)
Privacy Note
Some patrons prefer anonymity. Patreon respects patron privacy settings. Anonymous patrons show as "Anonymous Patron" in alerts.
Step-by-Step Setup Guide
Follow these steps to connect Patreon to Streamlabs or StreamElements. Total setup time: 5-7 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 services. Patreon alerts will trigger on both Streamlabs AND StreamElements simultaneously.
Time: 1 minute
Step 3: Connect Patreon
- In Stream Alert, go to Apps
- Find Patreon and click Connect
- You'll be redirected to Patreon to authorize
- Log in and click Allow
- You'll be redirected back to Stream Alert
Time: 1 minute
Step 4: Configure Webhook in Patreon
- Go to your Patreon Webhooks Settings
- Click + Create Webhook
- Copy your Stream Alert webhook URL from the Apps page
- Paste it in the Webhook URI field
- Select these triggers:
- members:pledge:create
- members:pledge:update
- Click Create Webhook
Time: 2-3 minutes
Step 5: Test Your Setup
- In Stream Alert dashboard, go to Live Alerts
- Click Send Test Alert and select Patreon
- Check your Streamlabs/StreamElements alert box in OBS
- You should see a test patron alert appear!
Time: 1 minute
You're All Set!
Patreon pledges will now automatically trigger alerts on your stream. New patrons, pledge upgrades, and renewals are all supported.
Maximizing Your Patreon Success
1. Create Clear, Valuable Tiers
Patreon allows unlimited tiers. Here's a proven structure:
- $3 "Supporter" - Access to patron-only Discord, name in credits
- $5 "VIP" - All above + exclusive emotes, patron chat badge
- $10 "Elite" - All above + priority game queue, monthly wallpapers
- $25 "Champion" - All above + monthly private game session
- $50 "Legend" - All above + personalized shoutout each stream
2. Deliver Consistent Value
The key to patron retention:
- Post patron-only updates at least weekly
- Share behind-the-scenes content
- Host monthly patron-only streams or events
- Actually deliver the perks you promise
3. Promote Without Being Pushy
Effective Patreon promotion:
- Add a Patreon panel to your Twitch/YouTube channel
- Mention Patreon naturally when relevant ("Patrons already saw this preview!")
- Create a !patreon chat command
- Thank patrons publicly when alerts appear
4. Use the Discord Integration
Patreon's official Discord bot is powerful:
- Automatically grants roles based on pledge tier
- Removes roles when pledges expire
- Creates exclusive channels patrons can access
- Keeps patron status in sync automatically
Troubleshooting
Patron alert didn't appear
Check these things:
- Webhook is correctly configured in Patreon settings
- Correct trigger events are selected (members:pledge:create, members:pledge:update)
- Patreon is connected in Stream Alert (check Apps page)
- Streamlabs or StreamElements is connected
- Alert box is visible in OBS
Webhook shows as "failing" in Patreon
Double-check that you copied the complete webhook URL from Stream Alert. Delete the webhook in Patreon and create a new one with the correct URL.
Alert is delayed
Patreon webhooks can sometimes have a slight delay (up to 30 seconds) compared to other platforms. This is normal. If delays exceed a minute, check your connections.
Patron name shows as "Anonymous"
Some patrons choose to keep their pledge private. Patreon respects these privacy settings, so they'll appear as "Anonymous Patron" in alerts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this work with Patreon Lite?
Yes! Stream Alert works with all Patreon creator tiers (Lite, Pro, and Premium). Webhooks are available on all plans.
Do declined payments trigger alerts?
No. Only successful pledge events trigger alerts. Declined payments and pledge deletions are logged but don't appear on stream.
Can I customize which tier levels trigger alerts?
Currently, all pledge events trigger alerts. You can customize the alert appearance in Streamlabs/StreamElements based on the donation amount.
What about existing patrons?
The webhook only triggers for new events after it's set up. Existing patrons won't trigger alerts unless they upgrade, downgrade, or renew.
Can I use this with Ko-fi and BMAC too?
Absolutely! Stream Alert supports Ko-fi and Buy Me a Coffee memberships simultaneously.
Start Showing Patreon Alerts Today
Patreon is the gold standard for creator memberships. With Stream Alert, you can finally show these pledges on Streamlabs and StreamElements, creating powerful moments of recognition that drive conversions and retention.
Setup takes just 5-7 minutes, and you'll be celebrating new patrons live on stream in no time.