Instant Kickstarter Fee Calculator
Knowing your expenses is an important part of any business. In the case of crowdfunding, platform fees like those charged by Kickstarter are a key piece of information to keep tabs on.
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We've built an online fee calculator that crunches the numbers for you. Just enter the amount of money raised (or you plan on raising) and the number of backers. Your Kickstarter fees will be shown below.
According to Kickstarter's fee guidelines, they charge a flat 5% fee on the total amount raised. There's then a payment processing fee of 3% plus $0.20 per pledge. The amounts vary slightly for campaigns based outside of the US.
If you choose to offer a smaller pledge option (all those thank you cards and sticker packs) Kickstarter has a different "micro pledge" fee. Pledges under $10 have a single cut of 5% but a lower per pledge fee of $0.05.
And remember, if you don't reach your funding goals there are no fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage does Kickstarter take from a campaign?
Kickstarter collects a 5% platform fee on the total funds raised for fully funded campaigns, plus payment processing fees of 3% + $0.20 per pledge.
Are there any fees if a Kickstarter project fails to reach its goal?
No. Kickstarter operates under an all-or-nothing funding model. If your campaign fails to meet its funding goal, no funds are collected and no platform fees apply.
What are micro-pledge processing fees on Kickstarter?
Pledges under $10 qualify for micro-pledge processing rates of 5% + $0.05 per pledge instead of the standard 3% + $0.20 rate.
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