Announcing Our New Partnership with Serious Poulp
Now through 2026, find all Serious Poulp crowdfunding campaigns, exclusively on Kickstarter.
Now through 2026, find all Serious Poulp crowdfunding campaigns, exclusively on Kickstarter.
Now, backers have a way to support great projects, post-campaign right here on Kickstarter.
Learn how to avoid common funding mistakes that could jeopardize your creative project's success.
Explore the allure of special editions in Kickstarter's Publishing category. Find out what makes them so special and get a step-by-step guide to crafting your own successful campaign.
Mahesh Guruswamy brings over two decades of experience to Kickstarter.
Learn how to captivate and convince potential backers in under a minute with your project's elevator pitch.
Dive into the essence of product-market fit and discover how it can be the key to your business's success.
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.
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.
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.
The anatomy of a winning campaign featuring a special creator spotlight on Flatout Games.
This July, take part in our latest Open Call dedicated to all things love and romance.
The what, why, and how of stretch goals.
The concept of all-or-nothing funding on Kickstarter and provide our rationale for why we believe this approach is beneficial.
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 Brooklinen, Peloton, Allbirds, Oura Ring, and Ooni Pizza Oven successfully crowdfunded on Kickstarter.
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