How to Show Donation Alerts on Rumble (2025)
Complete guide to displaying Rants, donations, and tip alerts on Rumble. Accept CashApp, Venmo, PayPal with StreamAlert.
Rumble has exploded as a go-to platform for creators who want fewer restrictions and a more engaged audience. With its built-in Rants system, viewers can send paid messages during livestreams — but Rants come with limitations: Rumble takes a cut, payouts are monthly, and there's no way to customize how they appear on screen.
That's where external donation alerts come in. By accepting tips through CashApp, Venmo, PayPal, Ko-fi, or Buy Me a Coffee, you keep more of every dollar, get paid instantly, and display fully customizable on-screen alerts — all while still keeping Rumble Rants enabled for viewers who prefer them.
This guide covers everything you need to know about showing donation alerts on Rumble, from comparing your monetization options to setting up alerts in OBS and promoting your tip links to your audience.
Why External Donations Matter on Rumble
Rumble Rants require Partner status and pay out monthly with a ~20% platform cut. External tips via CashApp and Venmo have zero fees, pay out instantly, and work for any streamer — no partnership required. Running both maximizes your revenue.
Rumble Rants vs External Donations
Here's a side-by-side comparison of every donation method available to Rumble streamers:
| Method | Fees | Requirements | You Keep | Alert Support |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rumble Rants | ~20% platform cut | Rumble Partner | ~80% | Chat highlight only |
| CashApp Tips | 0% | None | 100% | Stream Alert |
| Venmo Tips | 0% | None | 100% | Stream Alert |
| PayPal Tips | 2.9% + $0.30 | None | ~97% | Stream Alert / SL / SE |
| Ko-fi | 0% (free tier) | None | 100% | Stream Alert (webhook) |
| Buy Me a Coffee | 5% | None | 95% | Stream Alert (webhook) |
Key Takeaway
CashApp and Venmo let you keep 100% of every tip with zero fees. Combined with Stream Alert's on-screen notifications, they're the most profitable donation method for Rumble streamers.
Method 1: Stream Alert + OBS (Recommended)
Setup Time: 5 minutes
Supports CashApp, Venmo, PayPal, Ko-fi, and Buy Me a Coffee — all with automatic on-screen alerts.
- Create a Stream Alert account
streamalert.gg/register — 30-day free trial, no credit card required
- Connect your Gmail
Stream Alert monitors your inbox for CashApp, Venmo, and PayPal payment notifications — securely via OAuth
- Add your payment accounts
Enter your $cashtag, @venmo handle, PayPal email, and/or Ko-fi/BMAC webhook URLs
- Copy your Rumble stream key
Rumble Dashboard → Go Live → copy the RTMP URL and stream key
- Set up OBS with browser source
Sources → Add (+) → Browser → paste Stream Alert overlay URL → set to 1920x1080
- Configure OBS to stream to Rumble
OBS Settings → Stream → Service: Custom → paste Rumble's RTMP URL and stream key
- Go live on Rumble
Click “Start Streaming” in OBS — donation alerts are now active on your Rumble stream
Why Stream Alert Is the Best Option for Rumble
Stream Alert is the only tool that supports CashApp, Venmo, PayPal, Ko-fi, and BMAC simultaneously with automatic detection. StreamLabs and StreamElements only support PayPal-based tips. If you want the widest payment coverage for your Rumble audience, Stream Alert is the way to go.
Method 2: StreamLabs
StreamLabs is a popular alert tool that works with Rumble through OBS browser sources. However, it only supports PayPal-based donations — no CashApp or Venmo.
- Create a StreamLabs account at streamlabs.com
- Connect your PayPal account for receiving payments
- Copy your StreamLabs alert box URL from the dashboard
- In OBS: Sources → Add (+) → Browser → paste the alert box URL
- Share your StreamLabs donation page link with viewers
- Stream to Rumble via OBS using your Rumble stream key
Limitation
StreamLabs only supports PayPal for direct donations. PayPal charges 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction and is prone to chargebacks. Many Rumble viewers prefer CashApp or Venmo, which StreamLabs cannot detect.
Method 3: StreamElements
StreamElements is another option that works with Rumble via OBS. Like StreamLabs, it's limited to PayPal-only donations.
- Create a StreamElements account at streamelements.com
- Connect your PayPal account in the tipping settings
- Copy your StreamElements overlay URL
- In OBS: Sources → Add (+) → Browser → paste the overlay URL
- Share your StreamElements tip page with viewers
- Stream to Rumble via OBS using your Rumble stream key
Same Limitation as StreamLabs
StreamElements only supports PayPal donations. No CashApp, no Venmo. For full payment method coverage, pair StreamElements with Stream Alert or switch to Stream Alert entirely.
Rumble-Specific Setup
Getting Your Rumble Stream Key
- Log in to your Rumble account at rumble.com
- Click your profile icon → Go Live (or navigate to rumble.com/upload/go-live)
- Fill in your stream title, description, and category
- Under Stream Settings, find the RTMP URL and Stream Key
- Copy both values — you'll need them for OBS
OBS RTMP Configuration for Rumble
- Open OBS Studio → Settings → Stream
- Set Service to “Custom...”
- Paste Rumble's RTMP URL into the Server field (typically
rtmp://live.rumble.com/live/) - Paste your Stream Key into the Stream Key field
- Click Apply → OK
- Click “Start Streaming” to go live on Rumble
Rumble Channel Description & About Section
Your Rumble channel description is one of the best places to share your donation links. Unlike some platforms, Rumble allows clickable links in your About section.
Example Channel Description
Support the stream:
CashApp: $YourCashTag
Venmo: @YourVenmo
PayPal: paypal.me/YourName
Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/YourName
All donations show up on stream with a custom alert!
Using Rants Alongside External Donations
One of the most common questions Rumble streamers ask is whether they should disable Rants in favor of external tips. The answer: run both simultaneously.
Maximum Revenue Strategy
Keep Rumble Rants enabled for viewers who prefer the built-in system. Add external tip alerts for viewers who want you to keep more of their money. Two income streams are always better than one.
Here's how the two systems work together:
- Rumble Rants appear as highlighted messages in Rumble's chat. They're visible to all viewers in the chat window, but they have no OBS alert integration — there's no way to display Rants as on-screen pop-ups in your stream.
- External tip alerts (via Stream Alert) display as fully customizable on-screen notifications in OBS — with animations, sound effects, text-to-speech, and donor names. These complement Rants by giving viewers a more interactive and visible way to support you.
- Combined approach: Viewers who are already on Rumble and prefer using Rumble's built-in payment system will send Rants. Viewers who want zero-fee options (CashApp, Venmo) or a bigger on-screen reaction will tip externally. You earn from both.
Pro Tip
When a viewer sends a Rant, acknowledge it verbally just like you would an external tip. This encourages more Rants AND more external donations because viewers see that every contribution gets recognized.
Promoting Donations on Rumble
Setting up alerts is only half the battle. You also need to make it easy for viewers to find your payment info. Here are the most effective ways to promote donations on Rumble:
Channel Description Links
Add your CashApp $cashtag, Venmo @username, PayPal.me link, Ko-fi page, and BMAC link to your Rumble channel's About section. Rumble supports clickable links, so viewers can tap and tip in seconds.
Pinned Chat Messages
Rumble allows you to pin messages in chat. Pin a message with your tip links at the start of every stream so new viewers always see them. Update the pinned message with tip goals for extra motivation.
Verbal Callouts During Stream
Mention your tip links naturally during the stream — especially during high-energy moments. A simple “If you're enjoying the stream, CashApp is $YourTag — every tip shows up on screen!” goes a long way. Don't overdo it; once every 20–30 minutes is plenty.
Rumble Community Posts
Use Rumble's community/post feature to share updates with your followers. Post about upcoming streams and include your tip links so followers know how to support you before the stream even starts.
On-Screen Overlay
Add a small, non-intrusive ticker or panel to your OBS scene that displays your CashApp $tag and Venmo @handle. Viewers who join mid-stream won't need to scroll through chat to find your payment info.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Rumble Partner status to accept external donations?
No. External donations through CashApp, Venmo, PayPal, Ko-fi, and BMAC work for any Rumble streamer regardless of Partner status. Rumble Partner is only required for Rants and ad revenue.
Can I show Rumble Rants as on-screen alerts in OBS?
No. Rumble Rants only appear as highlighted messages in the Rumble chat window. There is currently no way to display Rants as pop-up alerts in OBS. External tip alerts through Stream Alert fill this gap by providing full on-screen notifications for donations.
Will my donation alert setup work if I switch from Rumble to Twitch or YouTube?
Yes. Stream Alert integrates with OBS, not the streaming platform. Your tip alerts work identically whether you're streaming to Rumble, Twitch, YouTube, Kick, or any other platform. Just change the stream key in OBS.
Can I use StreamLabs or StreamElements with Rumble?
Yes, both work with Rumble since they run through OBS browser sources. However, both only support PayPal-based tips. For CashApp and Venmo support on Rumble, you need Stream Alert.
How quickly do donation alerts appear on my Rumble stream?
Stream Alert detects CashApp, Venmo, and PayPal tips within 5–10 seconds of the payment being received. The alert then displays immediately in your OBS browser source overlay.
Is Rumble a good platform for earning money from tips?
Yes. Rumble's audience is known for being highly supportive of creators. Many Rumble streamers report higher per-viewer tip rates compared to other platforms. The combination of Rants and external tip alerts gives you multiple revenue streams from a single engaged audience.
Start Showing Donation Alerts on Rumble
Rumble doesn't have built-in OBS alert support for Rants — which makes external tip alerts essential for any serious Rumble streamer. Set up Stream Alert in 5 minutes and start accepting CashApp, Venmo, PayPal, Ko-fi, and BMAC donations with fully customizable on-screen notifications.
No credit card required