Patreon U

While we think it’s a good idea to be thoughtful about your membership, it’s totally possible to launch quickly on Patreon. We put together some tips to cut out the extras and launch with limited assembly required.

Being organized doesn’t have to stunt your creativity, in fact, it can be a huge help! Here’s are 20 tips from creators to help you get organized.

We’ve tapped 20 creators to find out their best tips (and some things not to do) to help you find the perfect work and life balance!

How do you balance your creative work with all the other aspects of your life? Our creative community gave us a little insight into how they manage their time.

Wondering how to live a full life while also working full-time as a creator? We’ve checked in with three different Patreon creators to hear how they make it work.

How do you balance your creative work with all the other aspects of your life, including a 9-5? Our creative community gave us a little insight into how they manage their time.

Is your creative work your side hustle? If so, learn how to find balance, make a schedule, and build a creative life that works for you.

Did you lose patrons this payday and you can't figure out why? Read on for tips from creators on how to deal with payday drop off.

Whether you want to share your content with anyone who visits your page or only your biggest fans, you have control over who has access to your posts on Patreon.

At Patreon U, you’ll learn all the necessary steps on the path to earning a sustainable income on Patreon.

Want to launch a Special Offer but not sure what to offer? Read on to see what other creators are offering their patrons.

Special offers are an effective way to gain more traction for your Patreon page launch. Not sure where to start? We have you covered.

Success on Patreon means something different for everyone. To gain clarity on what success on Patreon means to you, and tips on how to reach that personal benchmark, read on.

Here at Patreon, we’re committed to helping you connect with your super fans and thrive in your creative career. Creators, meet Special Offers, a marketing tool to help you get more patrons.

How to get more patrons on Patreon? We interviewed creators who made it happen. Here are their top tips for breaking free from a financial plateau.

There are many ways to track and measure success as a creator. We outline some valuable metrics, both financial and otherwise.

When we surveyed creators about the feature they want most on Patreon, a whopping 37% chose Early Access. Our new Early Access feature makes it easier than ever for you to reward your patrons with no extra content.

Want to send private messages directly to your Patreon patrons? We have you covered.

Livestreaming is a great way to connect with your Patreon audience in a real-time and personal way. Our tips on getting started with Crowdcast.

When you go to create a new post on your Patreon page, you’ll see an option to create a poll. You can choose to make your poll public or for patrons only.

We know there’s a ton of data over on your Patreon dashboard. It can be intimidating, but setting data-backed goals will bring you more…

Your Patreon dashboard contains a plethora of data and insights -- it’s your one-stop shop for all analytics related to your page, posts…

Patreon Lens is a content sharing feature in the Patreon mobile app and web experience that serves as the easiest way to give your patrons exclusive, behind-the-scenes content.

Showcase your best work using feature tags on both the Overview and Post tab of your Patreon creator page.

Create special offer and challenge campaigns for your Patreon audience to promote your creative business. We have tips to help you get started.

Physical items are some of the best benefits you can offer your patrons. Here we share some tips for managing fulfillment and shipping for your creative business.

Looking for promotion ideas? Here are 5 great ways to share and promote your creative projects and get the word out about your work!

Social media is a very important promotional tool for creatives. Did you know that 40% of Patreon's traffic comes from social media?

The Patron Relationship Manager is the best way to explore and develop relationships with your patrons. Similar to a CRM, the Patron Relationship Manager provides you with valuable information about your patrons at every point in their journey.

Patreon’s integration with Discord makes it possible for you to reward your patrons with special roles in your Discord server. This post explains how to integrate your Patreon page with Discord.

There isn’t a simple way to get featured on Patreon right now. The reason: Patreon isn't a discovery platform.

Though it is sad to see a patron go, utilizing exit survey data will provide valuable information to help you get to know your audience better.

Have a look at Patreon's App Directory for integrations that make it easy to run your membership program on Patreon and across the web.

Update: To make room for exciting new features, the community tab is no longer available for new creators. Have you noticed your Patreon…

Want to host a patron-only podcast on your Patreon page? You can! We have an option for patron-only RSS feeds.

Not sure how to get started with building your fanbase on Patreon? Finding a mentor and utilizing social media can help.

After you click “launch” and before your big promotional launch, it’s a good idea to add a few posts to your page so that potential patrons can get an idea of what to expect from you when they become your patron.

To be successful on Patreon, you need to tell your audience that you are committed to making awesome things your fans love AND will pay to have you keep it up. Here are 3 business models for success on the Patreon platform.

One of the hottest topics among creators as they set up their Patreon pages is how, exactly, to charge patrons. Here at Patreon U, we’re asking successful creators how they do it, and look forward to sharing that insight with you soon.

Hooray for Launch Day! Here are 12 ways to make your Patreon launch successful. From messaging, to social media, and more.

Not sure how to talk about Patreon to your friends, fans, and the occasional Lyft driver? This article has got you covered.

After you’ve hit the launch button on your Patreon page, you’re probably wondering what’s next. Launching your Patreon page means it’s now viewable to the public, so you can start getting the word out about your page and making money!

Offering tiers and benefits provides patrons with something of value in exchange for their ongoing payment. Set yourself up for success with these best practices.

Once a fan becomes your patron, they’ll be redirected to your Thank You Page, a super customizable page that allows you to shower your new patron with a little love. This is a great opportunity to welcome your new patron to your community!

Making sure you can get paid is a crucial aspect of getting started with your Patreon account. We offer multiple payout methods to get the money from your patrons and into your bank account.

Quick tips for messaging your patrons directly via the Patreon platform.

Everything you need to know about our Patreon creator profile photo tips and best practices.

Taxes are no joke, whether or not you are a creator. Here are our tips for getting through tax day. Bottom line: Pay your taxes!

To help you with integrating Patreon into your marketing efforts, we’ve gathered an assortment of logos and marketing materials that are free for you to use.