How to Back a Crowdfunding Project on Kickstarter
Everything you need to know before and after supporting your first creative project.
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A dedicated space for backers to find tips, insights, and stories on how to support projects more effectively and make the most of their Kickstarter experience.
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Community Is Everything: The Story Behind the Most Funded Tabletop Role Playing Game in Crowdfunding History
How did Legends of Avantris' Neon Odyssey raises more than $16 million? It might have had something to do with their 49,116 backers.
Superbacker Spotlight: Meet Josh, the Indie Game Curator
From "what do I get?" to "what can I give?"—how one Melbourne-based curator turned backing into an art form.
Introducing Pledge Over Time — Now Available to all Creators
Our newest feature gives backers increased payment flexibility and gives creators more ways to convert interest into support, so they can reach higher together.
A Note to Backers: Your Support Matters Now More Than Ever
As global tariffs shift, your backing helps independent creators adapt and keep innovating—one project at a time.
A Backer’s Guide to Crowdfunding
Everything You Need to Know to Support Creative Projects with Confidence
10 Crowdfunding Tips from Superbackers
Learn from Kickstarter’s most passionate supporters — Superbackers on how to create a successful crowdfunding campaign that stands out, resonates with backers, and reaches its funding goals.
How an 80X Superbacker Became a Kickstarter Creator
"I studied a lot of things I backed and learned how to present a project. People don't want to hear eight million paragraphs about your process. It's about what they're getting for their investment," Jack says.
What Happens if a Project Breaks Kickstarter’s Rules?
Ensuring Integrity and Safety in the Kickstarter Community
When is My Card Charged?
Understanding the Timeline and Process of Kickstarter Pledge Payments
5 Reasons to Become a Superbacker
Discover the exclusive benefits of being a Superbacker. From a unique badge to beta testing and special events, shape the future of Kickstarter.
What is a Superbacker?
Whether you’re a long-time backer or a creator aiming to attract serious support, understanding the Superbacker community is essential.
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