Thoughts on Patreon’s fee changes. (Patreon)
Published:
2017-12-08 00:06:41
Edited:
2017-12-08 00:06:42
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2020-06
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So by now most of you have probably heard of or read about the new fee changes for users here on Patreon. I’m guessing some of you will dislike these changes, some will be okay with them (and others might not care either way). Personally I’m not entirely sure I agree with the changes yet as I feel like ease of use and lower fees on the supporter's end encourages pledging. I don’t really care if I take home a slightly larger percentage or not. For me it’s never really been about “getting all your money” (and yet ironically it is because I still need your money to survive and keep working), but my goal has only ever been to earn enough to pay my bills and live off what I do. To that extent your support through Patreon has been invaluable to me. I hope whatever changes happen with fees will balance out and Patreon is able to find a solution that everyone is happy with…. Because all I really want is for my supporters to be happy in supporting me, so that I can keep working.
On that note, I noticed a pretty sharp drop off in pledges this month. Some 50 or so pledges were canceled, which is higher than usual, so I’m hoping I haven’t done anything to disappoint any of you, and if I have please let me know. Anyways… I’ll try to avoid rambling by cutting this off here. This is mostly just a snapshot of my thoughts at the moment but if you have anything to contribute please feel free. See ya again soon!