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As some of you may know, Patreon is updating their system very soon. January 1st's billing will be different from previous pledges. If you're unaware of the change, here's a quick summary:

Previously I (and all creators) have been covering Patreon's 5% fee and the processing fees for the service. Patreon has decided to change this and put the fee onto the patrons, at a rate of 2.9% + $0.35 to each of your pledges. 

Meaning that the pledge rates will increase to (approximately) the following

$3.00 -> ~$3.44

$5.00 -> ~$5.50

$10.00 -> ~$10.64

$15.00 -> ~$15.79

$20.00 -> ~$20.93

$25.00 -> ~$26.08

Patreon's announced purpose for this is to create a more consistent take-home for creators. Previously I took home somewhere around 85%-93% of what you pledged, and this will allow my to take home a consistent 95% of your pledge. 

Based on the numbers, this appears to be a better take home for Patreon too, but I do not have all of the numbers on that end. 

I would prefer to just eat the cost myself, but Patreon has stated there is no way for creators to change this back and take the cost themselves. I understand this is more than what you had budgeted for in supporting me. For that reason I completely understand if you want to remove your pledge.

Otherwise, I would like to try and remedy this for you in some way. So I've listed a few options below. I would love to do all of this for you, but I'm barely making the quota for artwork as is, and so I would prefer to do what you all want the most. Please take the time to put in your opinion. I'm sorry for these changes, and I hope that you're willing to stick with me through them!

Comments

NightStormWolf

Dropping the rate by a $1 isn't exactly fair to you either, at least not at the lower tiers. Maybe just enough to offset the change on a per tier basis?

Seth

Honestly I think you underestimate how much we all enjoy your artwork. 😊 I know I can't speak for EVERYONE, but personally I'd be willing to pay way more than a measly 1$ more a month. And also, this may just be me, but I would feel really bad about getting a whole new reward or something for said dollar. I get that it sucks just on principle, but still. I'm fine with how the cookie crumbles on this one!

Tuuwa

I agree with what NightStormWolf says myself, but that might be pretty math intensive, or lead to some awkward amounts. It might be worth dropping the top tier by a dollar to compensate and keeping it as close to the intended amount as possible, at least until Patreon implements a fix (and I'm pretty sure they will given the number of people talking about leaving and potentially competing sites cashing in on their mistake). I know I brought up the whole thing, but I don't personally mind paying that extra $1.08 per month. it just makes it a little more awkward to budget for.

Tuuwa

Aaaand literally as soon as I post, Patreon reverses the changes. Wow, go me! Here's the post with more information: <a href="https://blog.patreon.com/not-rolling-out-fees-change/">https://blog.patreon.com/not-rolling-out-fees-change/</a>