"According to the NuGet team, the new feature allows package authors to add a sponsorship URL directly to their NuGet.org package listing. This link appears as a heart icon or a Sponsor this package button on the package's page. When clicked, it redirects users to trusted external funding platforms such as GitHub Sponsors, Patreon, Open Collective, Ko-fi, Tidelift, or Liberapay."
"As reported by the team, the feature benefits both sides of the open-source ecosystem. Maintainers can now directly highlight their need for support where developers discover their work, and consumers can give back through small or recurring contributions. The announcement noted that even small contributions can make a big difference in keeping critical packages maintained and secure. This initiative aligns with Microsoft's broader goal of promoting sustainability and resilience within the .NET ecosystem."
"Setting up sponsorship requires that the user be an owner or co-owner of a NuGet.org package. Package maintainers can select from the approved sponsorship platforms and configure their link from the package management page. Once added, the sponsorship information automatically applies to all versions of the package, including previously published ones. If the sponsorship URL changes, it can be updated at any time, with the change taking effect immediately across all versions."
Microsoft introduced a Sponsorship feature on NuGet.org that enables package authors to add a sponsorship URL to their package listing. The sponsorship link appears as a heart icon or a Sponsor this package button and redirects contributors to external platforms including GitHub Sponsors, Patreon, Open Collective, Ko-fi, Tidelift, and Liberapay. Owners or co-owners can configure the approved platform link from the package management page, and the sponsorship information applies to all current and past versions. Links can be updated at any time with immediate effect. The feature aims to help maintainers receive direct financial support and promote sustainability in the .NET ecosystem.
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