Summary

  • Kickstarter has launched its Pledge Manager to all users, following its beta launch.
  • The manager allows creators to handle shipping, taxes and now tariff charges more easily and efficiently.
  • The new feature helps creators to apply for and charge backers for the additional costs that may arise from US tariffs.
  • The Kickstarter team keeps creators accountable, ensuring they ask for the correct amount and keep backers informed of surcharges.
  • The manager is designed to keep communication between creators and backers friendly and transparent.
  • The tool seeks to improve the accessibility of the platform to creators and backers alike.
  • Following the setbacks caused by the US-China trade war, the Pledge Manager’s purpose is to simplify processes for creators and backers.
  • The hope is that this makes the experience of using Kickstarter smoother and more cohesive.

By Andrew Liszewski

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