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
What does the timeline look like for receiving my pledged rewards?
The current timeline is as such: •October 8th - Campaign launches •October 8th - November 1st - Backerkit Campaign •November 7th - November 21st - Surveys go out/address changes •Early/Mid December- Production Begins •Late January/Early February - Pins Graded, Sorted, Packaged AND Address Changes •Late February/Early March - Packages Shipped This timeline gives some extra padding to account for any manufacturing, shipping, or personal delays that can come with any crowdfunding campaign. If I receive the pins and add-ons before the listed timeline, I will be shipping them earlier!
What are Early Bird pledge tiers?
Early Bird tiers are special rewards that let you get our enamel pins at a lower price. These tiers are either available for a limited time or in a limited quantity, meaning only a certain number of people can grab them, or they will disappear after a set time. The Early Bird rewards work on a first-come, first-served basis, so once they’re gone, they’re gone! After that, regular pricing will apply. If you want to save some money and support my project early, I encourage backing as soon as possible to secure an Early Bird spot before they run out!
What is Backerkit and how does crowdfunding help?
Crowdfunding is a way for people like you to support creative projects by pledging money to help bring them to life. In return, you get special rewards, like our enamel pins! Instead of paying for everything upfront, creators use crowdfunding to raise the funds needed to produce the items. BackerKit is a tool that helps creators manage the campaign and send out surveys after it ends. It makes sure that backers (like you) can choose their rewards and provide shipping details easily. For creators, it helps organize everything, and for customers, it ensures that you get the right items without any confusion. It makes the process smoother for everyone involved!
Who are you?
I'm me! A 23 y/o menace to society who has a deep passion for cell phones (I work in cell phone sales :D) and art! I also have a very large collection of enamel pins, which led me to pursue making my own out of my own designs!