Can you cancel a Kickstarter pledge after it is funded?
What payment methods does Kickstarter use?
You can use a Visa, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, UnionPay or American Express credit or debit card. Currently, Discover, UnionPay and JCB cards are only accepted for projects based in the United States. Maestro and Visa Electron cards are not accepted.
Does Kickstarter use PayPal?
We do not currently support PayPal as a payment or account set up method. In order to pledge towards a project on Kickstarter, backers must enter a valid credit or debit card onto our site.
Can I change my Kickstarter payment method?
Visit the project page and click the “Manage your pledge" button located at the top of the page. On the next page, click “Update payment method” and from there, select “Add a new card” to update your payment information. Enter your new card details and click “Pledge” to confirm.6 Jan 2022
Does Kickstarter use Stripe?
Crowdfunding platform Kickstarter announced today that it's partnering with payments service Stripe, which will now collect and process all payments for projects hosted on Kickstarter's site. For backers of a project, checkout will be easier as they'll no longer be redirected or have to log into a separate service.6 Jan 2015
Is Kickstarter safe to order from?
Kickstarter is responsible for providing a safe and reliable platform for our users. This includes creating clear rules for creators and backers who use Kickstarter, and monitoring our site for compliance with those rules. To build trust, we encourage open communication between creators, backers, and Kickstarter.
Can you lose your money on Kickstarter?
Creators will still receive the balance of collected funds, less fees, even if the final amount falls below your project's funding goal due to dropped pledges. Kickstarter will only collect fees on the funds that we are able to successfully collect.20 Dec 2021
Is it safe to use a debit card on Kickstarter?
To pledge to a project you can use a debit or credit card associated with Visa, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, UnionPay, or American Express. Discover, UnionPay, and JCB cards are currently only accepted for US-based projects. We do not currently accept Maestro or Visa Electron cards.
Do you get money back on Kickstarter?
Kickstarter is not a store and we do not issue refunds. When you back a project, you're supporting a creator's right to try to make something new—and agreeing to go along for the ride.17 Jan 2022
Can I use PayPal without a bank account?
Do You Need a Bank Account for PayPal? No, you don't need a bank account to sign up for PayPal or to receive payments. You can, however, connect your PayPal account to a bank account, a debit card or a credit card account for sending and receiving payments and transferring funds.23 Jul 2021
Why can't I use my payment method on PayPal?
If your credit/debit card is being rejected by PayPal with the message "The card you entered cannot be used for this payment. Please enter a different credit or debit card number." it might be due to one of the following reasons: You've linked the card to a PayPal account, but have not yet confirmed it.
What are the 3 methods of payment?
- Cash.
- Checks.
- Debit cards.
- Credit cards.
- Mobile payments.
- Electronic bank transfers.
Does Kickstarter offer small business loans?
Kickstarter can be a great platform for startups and small businesses in need of funding. Not only can you get the money you need to grow your company (without incurring debt or giving up equity), but you can also expand your customer base.18 Nov 2020
What happens if you don't raise enough money on Kickstarter?
Creators will still receive the balance of collected funds, less fees, even if the final amount falls below your project's funding goal due to dropped pledges. The full amount raised, including the number of backers, will be locked on your project page when your campaign ends.20 Dec 2021