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More Than 1 Million Jobs Created: Kickstarter’s Growing Impact on the Global Economy
New research shows how Kickstarter continues to fuel job creation and long-term economic activity across the creative economy.
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Policy
An Apology: Rethinking Our Mature Content Guidelines
Last week, we released a set of updates to our rules around mature content. It was our first time publishing a set of detailed, specific guidelines for adult-oriented content on Kickstarter. And honestly? We botched it. The rules didn't land the way we intended, and the response
Creator Spotlights
Creator Spotlight: Meet the Author Who Uses Kickstarter to Publish on His Own Terms
Russell Nohelty has published sci-fi and fantasy novels, short story collections, self-help books, tarot cards, and more via Kickstarter.
Games
How to Playtest Your Board Game Before You Launch on Kickstarter
Long before a game makes it to Kickstarter, playtesting is how you find out if it's ready.
Partners
Partner Case Study: Meet the Digital Agency that Prioritizes Offline Experiences, Too
The international marketing agency, Longham, has never approached crowdfunding as a conventional digital marketing service.
Business Strategy & Growth
How Blockbuster Projects Benefit Smaller Projects
The data shows it: Blockbuster projects are, in fact, having a positive impact on the smaller projects around them.
Games
Video Games Are Leveling Up on Kickstarter
Video games on Kickstarter are off to a strong start in 2026.
Partners
Partner Case Study: From Lviv to LA, the agency behind multiple $1M+ Kickstarter campaigns
Molecula, an agency based between LA, NYC, and the Ukrainian city of Lviv, focuses on clarity, honesty, and respect for the Kickstarter community.
Next Wave
Next Wave Fund: Google and Kickstarter launch a new program to power the next generation of tech innovation
Applications for the fund open today and will be accepted on a rolling basis.
Partners
Partner Case Study: What It Takes to Actually Build What You Promised
After working with 1,000+ founders, Morpho shares what creators often miss when it comes to building and delivering a product.
Introducing Kiss & Tell: Kickstarter’s Open Call for Romance Publishing
Our annual romance publishing Open Call returns with a new name: Kiss & Tell.
Product Updates
Kickstarter Q1 Product Updates: Reach Your Followers, Streamline Fulfillment, and More
A new set of product updates designed to give creators more control, streamline fulfillment, and strengthen backer relationships. Plus, a new hub to stay on top of what’s new.
