FAQ

Backed is a reward and preorder crowdfunding marketplace for things people want to exist. It is not an investment or equity platform.

Choose how much to back and optionally claim an eligible reward. Once payment succeeds, your backing is added to the project and shown in its progress.

No. A funding goal is a progress target, not an all-or-nothing threshold. Creators remain entitled to successful backing proceeds, less Backed and payment-processing fees, even if they do not reach the goal.

It is free to launch. Backed charges creators a 5% platform fee on each successful backing, plus payment processing. Backers do not pay a separate Backed platform fee.

Payment processing fees are separate from Backed's 5% platform fee. The exact processing cost depends on the payment method and is shown where relevant.

Rewards are optional. Each project explains what an eligible backer receives, the minimum backing amount, and any available quantity. Limited rewards are available only while capacity remains.

Creators receive proceeds from successful backings through their connected Stripe account, less Backed’s 5% platform fee and payment processing fees.

Refunds are handled through Stripe when a project cannot fulfill a backing or a refund is otherwise required. Backed is not equity or an investment product.

Yes. Backed is for creators, founders, and builders with a clear project, funding goal, and reward for early supporters.