BackerKit FAQ
How does BackerKit crowdfunding work?
Crowdfunding is a collaborative way to bring ideas and projects to life. Project creators post their idea for a project, and backers pledge money to make the project possible. Backers get behind the scenes access and backer-only rewards, which can include exclusive products, special pricing, creative input, content, and more.
To become a backer, select a pledge level that features the reward(s) you would like to receive when the project is successfully completed and make your contribution.
All-or-nothing crowdfunding model: The creator sets a funding goal and a deadline to raise funds. If the project does not meet the goal by the deadline, backers credit cards are not charged and no money changes hands.
Crowdfunding projects can happen at various stages of the creative process. Make sure to check the estimated timeline of when rewards will be delivered. Project creators will keep you updated on the progress toward completion and delivery of your rewards.
Backing a crowdfunding campaign is not the same as purchasing an item from a store. When you back a campaign you are supporting the creation of something new. Rewards are almost always delivered, but are not guaranteed.
When will I be charged for my pledge?
Your payment method will not be charged right away. You will be charged for the amount of your pledge when the campaign ends and the project reaches its funding goal. You will not be charged if the campaign does not reach its funding goal.
What happens after the campaign is over?
The Creator will send out a survey that will ask you for more information about your pledge, your shipping information, additional items you may want to add to your pledge, and collect shipping fees if applicable.
The survey will be sent to the email address we have on file with your pledge.
Any additional payment will be charged when you complete your survey and confirm your order.
Project FAQ
I don't live in the US or Canada. Can I back your project and get a physical book?
Absolutely! I am going to do the best I can to get international backers their books and rewards, but please be advised, I cannot control the exorbitant shipping fees for international orders. You may be looking at $20 or more for shipping alone if you live outside the US, so please just keep that in mind when pledging. BackerKit charges shipping *after* projects are completed and each campaign is responsible for its own pricing on that, so what you pledge now is NOT inclusive of your shipping price.
How does the custom art tier work? How do I get my art?
If you're the sole backer of the tier with custom art, after project conclusion, once funds are collected through BackerKit, I'll reach out to you via email for the specifics regarding your custom artwork. BackerKit does not have a messaging system, so please make sure you keep an eye on your email.