Open Call season is here with the return of Witchstarter!
It’s Open Call season at Kickstarter! Kickstarter’s Open Calls are where we invite creators to launch campaigns around select themes. Use them as creative…
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Introducing Our AI Policy
The policy – which prioritizes transparency, credit, and consent – goes into effect on August 29, 2023.
Shape the Future of Kickstarter by Joining Our Community Advisory Council
Kickstarter creators: Apply now to join the second cohort of our Community Advisory Council, where you can make a direct impact on Kickstarter’s features and initiatives.
Building a Stronger Kickstarter Community: Reflections on the Inaugural Community Advisory Council
A year of honest feedback and meaningful alignment on the future of Kickstarter.
Kickstarter Is One of the 2023 TIME100 Most Influential Companies
The third annual TIME100 Most Influential Companies list highlights companies making an extraordinary impact around the world.
Introducing Our New Rewards Tab: A User-Friendly Solution for Exploring Project Rewards and Add-Ons
Our latest update simplifies the backing process by enhancing the visibility and comparison of project rewards.
Steamforged Games to Bring Four New Projects Exclusively to Kickstarter
One of the projects that falls under the partnership is now live on Kickstarter today.
Notes from Our Fifth Community Advisory Council Meeting: Who Is Kickstarter For?
A report back from our latest conversation with Kickstarter's Community Advisory Council, a diverse group of creators we turn to for insight and expertise across a range of creative disciplines.
Project Update #5: Digital Marketing Services, Advanced Creator Dashboard, and New Hires
Kickstarter CEO Everette Taylor shares news about our partnership with Jellop, our beta with PledgeManager, the advanced creator dashboard, and new hires to our Outreach and Brand Marketing teams.
Images on Rewards Is Now Live!
This update enables creators to feature an image of each of their project’s rewards in the respective reward tier section of their project page.
Project Update #4: New Tools for Building Your Audience & Fulfilling Your Campaign's Rewards
This year, Kickstarter is taking steps towards offering new services that will better support creators throughout their entire journey.
Notes from Kickstarter's Fourth Community Advisory Council Meeting: The Joys and Challenges of Digital Marketing
Community Advisory Council member (and blockbuster Kickstarter creator) Jose Cardona on the group's recent discussion—and his own experiences with digital marketing
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