First Look: Late Pledges on Kickstarter
Now, backers have a way to support great projects, post-campaign right here on Kickstarter.
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8 Business Funding Mistakes You Should Avoid at All Costs
Learn how to avoid common funding mistakes that could jeopardize your creative project's success.
Welcoming Mahesh Guruswamy, Kickstarter's New CTO
Mahesh Guruswamy brings over two decades of experience to Kickstarter.
How To Write an Elevator Pitch for a New Project
Learn how to captivate and convince potential backers in under a minute with your project's elevator pitch.
How to Craft a Pre-Launch Page
Learn how to leverage your pre-launch page effectively, transforming anticipation into success. With the right strategy, your project can achieve and even surpass its goals, turning your creative dreams into tangible realities.
The Simple Steps to Cancel Your Kickstarter Pledge
Whether it's due to a change in financial situation, a second thought about the project, or any other reason, knowing how to cancel your pledge is crucial.
How Can I Report Something to Kickstarter?
We appreciate you bringing anything out of the ordinary to our attention. We’ve outlined how you can help to keep Kickstarter a safe and fun place to launch and back projects.
Announcing "Heartstrings & Hardbacks", a new Open Call for Romance Projects
This July, take part in our latest Open Call dedicated to all things love and romance.
What Are Stretch Goals?
The what, why, and how of stretch goals.
Why Is Funding All-Or-Nothing?
The concept of all-or-nothing funding on Kickstarter and provide our rationale for why we believe this approach is beneficial.
Kickstarter Fees: A Comprehensive Guide for Creators
This guide breaks down the fees that Kickstarter creators should be aware of, including platform and payment processing fees. By understanding these fees, creators can make informed decisions and ensure the financial viability of their projects.
How to Write a Press Release for Your Kickstarter Publishing Campaign
Publicity is a tricky thing. How do you get a reporter’s attention without being annoying? How do you encourage positive coverage in the press? Where do you even start?
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