BackerKit FAQ
How does BackerKit crowdfunding work?
Crowdfunding is a collaborative way to bring ideas and projects to life. Project creators post their idea for a project, and backers pledge money to make the project possible. Backers get behind the scenes access and backer-only rewards, which can include exclusive products, special pricing, creative input, content, and more.
To become a backer, select a pledge level that features the reward(s) you would like to receive when the project is successfully completed and make your contribution.
All-or-nothing crowdfunding model: The creator sets a funding goal and a deadline to raise funds. If the project does not meet the goal by the deadline, backers credit cards are not charged and no money changes hands.
Crowdfunding projects can happen at various stages of the creative process. Make sure to check the estimated timeline of when rewards will be delivered. Project creators will keep you updated on the progress toward completion and delivery of your rewards.
Backing a crowdfunding campaign is not the same as purchasing an item from a store. When you back a campaign you are supporting the creation of something new. Rewards are almost always delivered, but are not guaranteed.
When will I be charged for my pledge?
Your payment method will not be charged right away. You will be charged for the amount of your pledge when the campaign ends and the project reaches its funding goal. You will not be charged if the campaign does not reach its funding goal.
What happens after the campaign is over?
The Creator will send out a survey that will ask you for more information about your pledge, your shipping information, additional items you may want to add to your pledge, and collect shipping fees if applicable.
The survey will be sent to the email address we have on file with your pledge.
Any additional payment will be charged when you complete your survey and confirm your order.
Project FAQ
✶ Why Backerkit and not Kickstarter?
Currently, Kickstarter is inundated with AI-fueled projects, specially Tarot/Oracle decks. Which doesn’t align with my…artistic morals. I fully support Backerkit’s AI-policy that favors real, human artists. Hence why I switched platforms for my latest project.
✶ Estimated Delivery
This campaign's estimated ship date is March 2025. Please review the Project Timeline section for the specifics.
For U.K. Backers
✶ PLEASE SEE: FOR U.K. BACKERS PLEDGE LEVEL Due to all of the new constraints with shipping from the U.S. to the U.K.; I cannot accept U.K. backers at this time. However! If you pledge $1 (USD) here, you will have access to all of the Backerkit benefits/updates and I will let you know when the deck hits my Etsy shop. Once they are in hand, the decks will be available on Etsy, where Etsy will automatically remit fees to the proper U.K. authorities. I will have a special U.K. listing up for a short time that will reflect the Backerkit pricing.
✶ Note for International Backers
International backers are responsible for paying all VAT, duties, and/or customs fees that may be applicable. These fees will NOT be collected by Kickstarter. To ensure you receive your package without issue please be sure to research, in advance, what VAT, customs fees, etc. are required in your country. You will be contacted by the postal service in your country when your package is ready for pick-up. All VAT, duties, and/or customs fees will be due at that time. When shipping internationally, I make every effort to properly fill out customs forms. Please do not ask me to change the value of your package or mark it as a gift. If you have questions regarding shipping to your specific country, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.
✶ Lost or Never Received Rewards
Backers with be notified via updates when the project is near completion. If you have not received your package by the completion of the shipping process, you will have fourteen (14) days to contact me about a missing package. If you do not contact me within that timeframe about a lost or never received package, you will forfeit your rewards and your pledge will be considered a donation and rolled into future projects.
✶ Finalized Artwork
As to be expected, design adjustments may be made prior to production to the cards, tuck box, and card back before everything goes to production. Backers will be updated of any and all design changes no matter how miniscule they are.
✶ Manufacturing
This is my third time using New Titan Print for a divination deck! I'm confident that the quality of the finished product and turn around times will not only meet, but exceed my expectations.