Can I pledge to my own Kickstarter?
Pledging to your own project is not allowed by either Kickstarter or our payments partners.
What happens if you dont meet your goal on Kickstarter?
Funding on Kickstarter is all or nothing. That means if you don’t reach your funding goal within the designated timeline, you won’t receive any of the funds that were pledged to your project. That means you keep whatever money you raise regardless of whether or not you reach your designated funding goal.
Why is Kickstarter better than IndieGoGo?
Probably the biggest difference between the two platforms is their approach to money and when you get it. Kickstarter releases funds only after the campaign reaches its funding goal. Indiegogo provides you with an opportunity to choose between receiving funding as it comes in, or waiting to see if you hit your target.
How do you know if Kickstarter is over?
How will I know when my pledge has gone through? Once your pledge has been processed successfully, you’ll receive a confirmation email at the email address tied to your Kickstarter account. Rest assured, you will only be charged once for your pledge to the project.
Does Kickstarter have to be all or nothing?
Funding on Kickstarter is all-or-nothing. No one will be charged for a pledge towards a project unless it reaches its funding goal.
Is it worth it to run a longer Kickstarter campaign?
As I mentioned above, Kickstarter is A LOT of work if you want to do it right, so running a longer campaign comes with a longer time and energy investment. Do some research so you can ensure it will pay off. “Kickstarter is a marathon, not a sprint” – Someone, sometime, probably said this.
How do I promote my Kickstarter project?
Promotion should be part of your Kickstarter campaign planning from the very beginning. Read on for tips on spreading the word about your idea and getting people as excited about your project as you are. Early on in your planning process, think through how you’ll promote your project once it’s live.
Is Kickstarter a marathon or a sprint?
“Kickstarter is a marathon, not a sprint” – Someone, sometime, probably said this. We wanted to launch and end during a time when people are online most, which is typically during the week rather than a weekend. Therefore, we launched on Wednesday, August 19th at 11am and ended Tuesday, September 22nd at 10 pm.
Why did you choose Kickstarter over IndieGoGo?
We chose Kickstarter because besides receiving much more traffic than Indiegogo statistically, I have personally backed many more Kickstarter campaigns than those on Indiegogo. I feel people browse and “Shop” on Kickstarter, and the organic traffic it brings as part of the community is hugely useful.