Kickstarter Pledge Manager Updates: More Power, Flexibility, and Control
New Pledge Manager updates to give creators complete control over shipping, taxes, and post-campaign growth.
When we launched the Kickstarter Pledge Manager, creators told us something we already knew: the best tools get out of your way and let you focus on what matters, building your business and delighting your backers.
That's exactly why we built the Kickstarter Pledge Manager and since launch, hundreds of creators have embraced our all-in-one solution to streamline post-campaign fulfillment.
No more juggling third-party tools. No more confusing emails to backers from external services. No more unnecessary fees eating into your margins.
Mahesh Guruswamy
The results speak for themselves:
"After 4 campaigns using 3rd party Pledge Managers, I can't think of a single reason to not use the in-house Kickstarter PM going forward. Between ease of doing business, reduced costs, and enhanced features, it's a no brainer." — Gary Alaka, Gap Closer Games
Today, we're making the Pledge Manager even more powerful with updates requested by creators who've shipped thousands of products and built thriving businesses on Kickstarter. From advanced shipping tools to smarter tax handling, these aren't just features—they're solutions to real challenges you've shared with us.
Let's dive into everything new in the Kickstarter Pledge Manager.
Improved Shipping Control & More Flexibility
Shipping can be one of the trickiest parts of fulfillment, but it doesn’t have to be. These updates give you more control, better timing, and the freedom to tailor your approach to what works best for your campaign.
What's new:
Update #1: Charge shipping whenever it works best
Now you can charge shipping during your campaign or after, using the Pledge Manager. Choose what works best for your fulfillment plan. Want to collect shipping upfront for simple domestic orders? Do it. Prefer to calculate complex international rates later? That works too.
Update #2: Launch your Pledge Manager without waiting for Pledge Over Time
Good news for creators using Pledge Over Time: You no longer have to wait for all Pledge Over Time payments to be completed before launching the Kickstarter Pledge Manager. Previously, creators had to delay their entire fulfillment process while waiting for every payment to clear. Now you can launch as soon as your Pledge Manager is approved, keeping your timeline on track.
These updates mean you can optimize for your backers' experience AND your fulfillment logistics. No compromises necessary.
Kickstarter Staff
"My backers found it very easy to navigate, and it took me less time to set up than Pledgebox or Backerkit. I was dreading shipping costs, but it was actually super easy. The tier and add-on setup is great, and I love seeing how many backers from each region got each item. And the duplicate shipping button? Brilliant. It saved me so much time." — Amy Campbell, Heartseeker: Deluxe Hardcover with Custom Edges
Expanded Global Tax Tools For Creators
Let's be honest: tax compliance is nobody's favorite part of running a crowdfunding campaign. The forms, the regulations, the constant worry that you're missing something important, it's enough to turn exciting fulfillment plans into sleepless nights.
We've heard this story countless times: creators hiring expensive accountants, limiting their shipping reach to avoid complexity, or simply crossing their fingers and hoping for the best. That approach ends today.
That stops today. We've completely reimagined our tax tools to handle the heavy lifting behind the scenes, transforming one of crowdfunding's most significant pain points into a seamless part of your workflow. Because you should be focusing on perfecting your product and delighting your backers, not decoding tax codes at 2 AM.
Here’s What's New:
Canadian Tax Collection Is Here: We now support full Canadian tax compliance—GST, HST, and provincial taxes—all collected and remitted automatically.
Smart VAT Management: Managing multiple VAT registrations just got easier. Our system now dynamically shows only the tax IDs you need based on your shipping setup. No more guessing which forms to fill out, we pull your shipping origins and destinations, then guide you through exactly what's required.
Faster Tax Code Assignment: Our improved tax code lookup reduces manual entry and speeds up setup. Less time wrestling with tax classifications, more time perfecting your product.
Whether you're shipping locally or globally, these enhanced tax tools help you stay compliant without the complexity. Because the only numbers you should be worrying about are your funding goals.
Kickstarter Staff
Raise Additional Funds Post Campaign
The best campaigns don't just end, they evolve. Your Pledge Manager is now easier than ever to find, thanks to improved visibility directly from your campaign page.
Your Pledge Manager is now easier than ever to find, thanks to improved visibility directly from your campaign page. This means existing backers who may have missed your update emails can effortlessly locate your Pledge Manager and complete their pledges without hassle.
At the same time, new supporters who discover your project after it ends can seamlessly join in, browse your add-ons, and purchase on their own. With improved visibility, you can keep the momentum going, extend your campaign’s reach, and continue growing both your revenue and community long after your campaign's countdown reaches zero.
And We’re [Still] Just Getting Started…
These updates represent something bigger than individual features. They're part of our commitment to building Kickstarter into the platform creators can rely on through every phase of their journey, from initial spark to thriving business.
The Pledge Manager exists because creators asked for it. These updates happened because you told us exactly what was missing. And we're not stopping here.
Every support ticket, every feedback form, every conversation shapes what comes next.
Whether you're planning your first campaign or your fiftieth, these tools are designed to make fulfillment feel less like a hurdle and more like a natural next step.
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