Project Creator Questions

How can I use the crowdfunding model during the Covid-19 crisis?

Crowdfunder is responding to the COVID 19 crisis.

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Your Project Dashboard Guide

How to manage your project on the Crowdfunder platform.

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

Is my idea right for Crowdfunder?

What kind of projects can Crowdfunder be used for?

Written by Charlie Gale
Updated over a week ago

How does a multiplier work?

Can supporters raise funds for my project?

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

What's the difference between All or Nothing and Flexible Funding?

Do I get to keep what I raise?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

I'm interested in Community Share projects

Look no further- all the guides and information you need to set up and run a Comm Share project is here!

Written by Alex Garbett
Updated over a week ago

Do you have any events I can join?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Can I run a prize draw as part of my Crowdfunder project?

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

Can I run a political fundraiser?

Use Crowdfunder to raise funds for a political party or legal dispute.

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

How do I plan my Crowdfunder project?

Written by Sami Mauger
Updated over a week ago

Can I raise funds as an individual?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Can I run more than one project at once?

Written by Si
Updated over a week ago

Choosing and changing your target

How much should I raise and can I change my target?

Written by Charlie Gale
Updated over a week ago

How do I set a stretch target?

What is a stretch target and can I overfund?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

How do I add images and videos to my project page?

Do I need a video to launch a project?

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

How do I add the 'Donate' button?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

What can be offered as a reward?

And how many rewards can I offer?

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

How do I create or edit rewards?

Guide to creating and editing rewards.

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

How do I charge shipping on my rewards?

Adding postage options?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

What is the website URL for my live Crowdfunder project and can I edit it?

What is my Project Permalink?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

How long can my project run for?

And will it remain on Crowdfunder after it's closed?

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

Can I share my project with friends before I launch?

Written by Bertie Herrtage
Updated over a week ago

Does my project go live straight away?

Does Crowdfunder approve projects before they launch?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

What should I do once my project is live?

Download the guide to running your project here

Written by Sami Mauger
Updated over a week ago

Can I put my project on my own website?

How to embed your project on your own website.

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

How do I extend my project deadline?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Can I edit my project once it's live?

How to make changes to your project after it's launched.

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

What happens if I don't reach my project target?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

How do I cancel a supporter's pledge?

Guide to refund a supporter's pledge

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

How do I close my project early?

How to take your project offline and receive early payout.

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

How do I hide a supporter's comment?

I want to remove a comment from my project page.

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

How do I download my supporters' details?

How to download your backers' list

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Can I claim Gift Aid through my Crowdfunder Project?

Crowdfunder Projects

Written by Phil
Updated over a week ago

What are 'Always On’ projects?

Why am I still receiving pledges after my project has closed?

Written by Max Upton
Updated over a week ago

How do I post a project update?

Publish an update on your project page.

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

How do I privately message my supporters?

Send individual or multiple messages to your supporters.

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

How do I know what emails I can send to my supporters?

As a Crowdfunder project creator, how can I comply with data privacy rules?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

I have received a message through my project offering me a loan or extra money, what should I do?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Extra funding FAQs

What is extra funding?

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

Guide to applying for extra funding

How do I apply for extra funding?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Guide to receiving your extra funding

A match funding partner has agreed to pledge on my project, what should I do next?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

What is a unique supporter?

How many qualifying pledges do I need to receive match funding?

Written by Jo Murphy
Updated over a week ago

WALLET: Unregistered Organisations and groups

How to set up your extra funding wallet as an organisation if you are not registered with Companies House or Charities Trust

Written by Alex Garbett
Updated over a week ago

WALLET: For charities, organisations or groups without Companies House registration

How to set up your extra funding wallet as an registered charity, organisation or a constituted group

Written by Alex Garbett
Updated over a week ago

WALLET: Businesses and any charity or organisation with a Companies House registration

How to set up your extra funding wallet if you have a Companies House registration

Written by Alex Garbett
Updated over a week ago

WALLET: How to set up your extra funding wallet as a sole trader

Project owner's guide to receiving Crowdfunder partner match funding

Written by Alex Garbett
Updated over a week ago

Do I need a UK bank account to run a project on crowdfunder?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Fees policy for projects adversely affected by Covid-19

My project has been affected by Coronavirus

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Which personal details should I add in the financial section for an organisation or business?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Can I get a VAT receipt?

Download a VAT statement from your project dashboard.

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Can I add Paypal as a payment option?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

When will I receive the money pledged on my project?

I want to withdraw my funds

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

How do I upload my ID for verification?

What documents should you upload so that we can verify your identity.

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Why did my ID fail verification?

Troubleshooting for uploading your verification documents

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

My project has disappeared?! Where has it gone?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Why is my project flagged?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

Why isn't my project appearing when I search for it on Crowdfunder?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

I've launched too soon, can I take my project offline?

Find out how to refund donations and return your project to draft mode

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago

How do I delete my project?

Written by Christine McCormick
Updated over a week ago