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Patron Program

Patron Program User Guide

Podbean’s patron program allows podcast fans to support their favorite podcasts financially (“become a patron”) with monthly pledges.  Here is the catal...
Wed, 8 Nov, 2023 at 12:10 AM
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Steps to Create A Patron Campaign

Here are a few tips about setting up a great crowdfunding page: Add a tagline. It’s a call to action for people to support your podcast. This shows belo...
Tue, 11 Feb, 2020 at 4:40 AM
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Cancelling My Patron Pledges

You can cancel your pledge at any time when you logged in.   Step 1: Log in at https://patron.podbean.com/. Step 2: Click on "My Patrons" ...
Mon, 19 Dec, 2022 at 4:27 AM
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Patron Program: Terms and Definitions

Crowdfunding definitions: Patron  A supporter, who pledges a monthly amount to the podcaster.    Rewards Levels of support that you set; thes...
Tue, 11 Feb, 2020 at 12:47 AM
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Patron Reward Examples

You can get as creative as you want with reward ideas and tailor them to your show and audience. Here are a few examples from successful crowdfunders of thi...
Tue, 11 Feb, 2020 at 4:26 AM
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Editing My Patron Pledges

To edit the patron pledges you give to podcasters: Step 1: Click on “Patron” at the top-right dropdown menu when you logged in. Step 2: Click on &qu...
Sat, 18 Sep, 2021 at 3:30 AM
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Publishing Patron-Only Content

Step 1.  Click on the “Manage” button, select "Publish Patron Only Episode" at the "Manage Patrons" page. You will be directed to your p...
Mon, 27 Jul, 2020 at 4:21 AM
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Patron Processing Fees

Podbean takes 5% and there are additional Stripe credit card fees of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction. 
Tue, 11 Feb, 2020 at 4:30 AM
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When Do I Get Paid for Patron?

The money will go to your connected Stripe account immediately when a patron makes a pledge. You can set up your bank account to receive payouts from Stripe...
Tue, 11 Feb, 2020 at 4:29 AM
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How to Launch a Patrons-only Livestream with Podbean Livestream

With Podbean Livestream’s new unlisted feature, you can now create livestreams that are exclusive to your patrons. In order to launch a patron-only livestre...
Mon, 21 Dec, 2020 at 2:24 AM
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