Reddit roundup: creators caught in Indiegogo's platform changes
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u/louderharderfaster had spent months on an Indiegogo pre-launch, only to find their pre-launch page link broken and sign-ups lost after platform changes, with support unable to say when it would be fixed.
Many other creators reported similar problems, and several were moving to Kickstarter.
What Reddit users said
Has already decided to change platforms.
Original commentHad a nearly complete draft campaign that disappeared without a trace, and is considering Kickstarter.
Original commentWas 90% through pre-launch when much of the data vanished, including their Japan location setting.
Original commentWaiting on fund disbursement that has been halted, and won't use the platform again unless it's fixed.
Original commentChose Indiegogo for its flexible funding option as a beginner, but that option has been removed.
Original commentClosed their post-campaign 'InDemand' store because the new system stopped sending order notification emails.
Original commentKnows many campaign owners finishing current campaigns and moving elsewhere.
Original commentSource: Anyone else in prelaunch hell and considering a jump to Kickstarter instead of waiting on support to fix this? (r/Indiegogo)
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