What to Know Before Starting Patreon

[@Postdisclosureworld]

You deserve a lot of credit for making this video only 4 minutes long.

[@rr7firefly]

Yes, there are way too many gabby KZbin videos 5 times longer than they need to be.

[@DrexFactor]

Thanks! I usually shoot to stay under 5 minutes for videos like these. Sometimes a challenge but I'm glad that this one worked out like it did :)

[@Post-ModernCzechoslovakianWar]

I highly agree and appreciate that. I feel like I myself can learn from this video. I mean I normally keep them short (with a few exceptions), but this right here is absolute gold in content quality for time.

[@iamenough6958]

Ikr

[@henryvalero9235]

From Lil Giant I read the other positive comments, but not me. Do not like having to review the video two-three times so I can get everything said. You speak VERY QUICKLY. Perhaps Patreon should put a button for fast and slow. LOL Do not pay any attention to me. I am technologically ignorant and do not plan to join😉.

[@CodPast]

"Patreon is great so you don't have to use sponsors! Now before we get into this video let me thank our sponsors..."

[@UgandanAllstar]

🤣🤣🤣

[@sfa8uss]

😆😆🤤

[@BobMinelli]

Brilliant.

[@DocMaggie]

KZbin is not Patreon. When you're on KZbin, you're using it's funding resources. When you talk to your mother, you don't talk to her like to your girlfriend, but you're still the same person.

[@kev_que4469]

Coughs* so big brain

[@finaloutput]

It's an unseen footage from the movie "Ring". He might come out of the screen anytime.

[@BobMinelli]

HUMBLE beginnings brother...very very humble. Not 100% sure exactly how I'm gonna approach this..but there has to be a way for a simple-man like myself to make it work. Wish me luck. Much love from Wisconsin!

[@VOGTLANDOUTDOORS]

EVERYTHING I wanted to know about creating my own patreon account... in 4 minutes, no self-pontificating, no bullshit. Nicely done. You just won another patreon supporter - simply for being honest and genuine. :-) -Mark Vogt | VOGTLAND OUTDOORS

[@hsnztn2802]

You are able to explain clearly, unlike the majority of people.

[@aubreyharper4829]

Thank you so much for this, as a beginner artist in digital Art you gave me advises that my non-existent friends could ever give me and I really appreciate it!

[@trulyredacted]

Thank you so much, as an artist, I’ve already thought about the perks, of supporting me are, and this video helped me pave my road. Thanks!

[@mbunds]

Basically, common marketing sense; have a product, find a niche, advertise. Great presentation, thanks!

[@ImWORTHITINC]

Ok drex! I think I’m gonna have to sunscuce to your channel! You dance and make music!!?? Me too! Wow I’m so proud of you because of your succinct communication skills & your confidence in your business Skills!! These are things I need to develop further too!! I’m impressed and grateful for you!! Tysm!!

[@connectingthedots3157]

Very helpful. I’m 62 and a little challenged on privacy issues, joining Patreon. I’ve actually already a supporter of two members. My instinct tells me to become a creator. I want to do this, but am timid.

[@monicamomney8756]

Me too. Sending you love

[@theresaterry164]

Both of you….. go for it!❤

[@jobblueprints8991]

Thanks For Being Honest, And Making the Information Easy to Understand!

[@GeekyGeckoCreations]

Very good explanation

[@realcoachingltd3385]

Thanks Drex for making this video - I found it inspiring and very easy to follow. As an emerging artist finding out how to start Patreon this was gold :) thanks again. Sela

[@AkiGamingTech]

Worth to watch it.

[@coldwhitefire]

@DrexFactor Poi: Thank you for your sincere advice. I have a lot of work from freelancing for 18 years, and would like to become a better artist through doing more content. I'm glad I haven't just jumped into Patreon without some experience. I like how you said, 1) Create a body of work 2) Cultivate a fan base 3) Tell them there is a way to support the individual creating. I also like how you were super authentic and I felt it came from the heart. You're video cuts are really smooth and I can feel your genuinely humble desire to help individuals coming forward to Patreon. Thanks again brotha, peace!

[@Mombierella]

This is great info in a perfect amount of time. Thank you ♥️ I have been hesitant to set this up. But now I am encouraged.

[@KenRossJordan]

Man this is awesome and great advice! Thanks for sharing and all the best to you in life!

[@DAmicoDanceHouston]

Thanks man!! Someone mentioned Patreon to me and I decided to check it out. Dude, you're good! I downloaded the 7 point Plan and it's concise and informative. Thanks!

[@annabelle466]

Do you have to create a patreon account even if you don’t want to create anything but just want support someone else/watch their videos?

[@Gravehaven007]

Amazing video! So much info in such a short amount of time lol! Thanks brother

[@mapleleafer74]

Hi Drex, great informative vid, thanks for uploading. Just one question, how did you make the clickable icons at the end of your videos? I can't see anything about it on youtube!

[@AngelitoRamilo]

Go to KZbin studio bro then click end video in the setting something like that

[@JoshGamingZone]

do you got to pay to have a Patreon if you dont got a base at the start???

[@JoeMatzzie]

Is there any way to delete a patreon page?

[@peachteareminders271]

Thank you so much I have just created a patreon wish me luck guys

[@dunkuzi5695]

With 2 subs lol

[@dunkuzi5695]

Also best of luck maybe you have another chanell I guess.

[@godfatherofcinema]

I am looking into Patreon and I started with your video because it came across as no nonsense and I was right. Glad I watched it 1st. Thanks.

[@ZoeLycan]

Thanks a lot for this video. I've been wondering about patreon and these ideas, thoughts, and tips gave me a lot to think about and inspired me to try even harder if I'm going to properly start a Patreon.

[@moosepassyachtclub]

Totally agree with you and glad to know we're starting out out right. We're building our base now, quite slowly but that's OK. It's really important for me to know I'll be able to commit to what it takes to provide great content AND that the content we're providing is useful and inspiring enough to people to want to support our channel! We're mastering our craft! Thanks for putting this together.

[@kiggingAintEasy]

I'm an up and coming kigurumi cosplayer where I want dedicate myself making kigurumi masks and cosplaying but the only problem is funding mostly for pla filament, hair for making wigs, and the costume.

[@sharingwithseryna]

Thank you. I am looking into Patreon right now. I love that you have mentioned the handwork and not expecting someone just gives you the money. I believe handwork will help you later.

[@Kazuk0100]

I suggest subscribestar instead considering they have more freedom.

[@PersonalGrowthNow]

This was truly an easy to follow video. Thanks!

[@CYMotorsport]

After a year on Patreon I always learn something new from these cool videos. But I will say, this video puts too much emphasis on an exchange. Essentially you've positioned so it's like you work for your patrons. I wildly disagree but I respect you have more experience here. This all wholly my opinion, and it might have been perceived that way by me bc you did a wonderful job being to the point. But setting the precedent early, in my experience, has been the best I started doing. Be the person that constantly overdelivers. While taking this stance at first may not lead to a rapid rise, it didn't for me, now that I do have more it's enabled exponential scale. thank you for this video!

[@CaptainLang]

No one can find my Patreon page from any form of search. I put in Dexfactor and you came up number one. I put in my user name "captainlang" and I get nothing. I have Tweeted support but my tweets don't show up and I get no answers. Do you have any suggestions?

[@IsraelSuperguide]

Hi. Two questions basically. As a creator do I need to pay a monthly fee to them, or only a % when money is pledged? What is the minimum subscribers do I need to join Patroen? Thanks for your insight!

[@haywireflint9077]

Hi! Just an honest question. Can the Patron copy and paste my text posts? I am very worried if that is possible. And I hope not because it'll be a lot easier to steal my work.

[@techfantutorials]

Thanks for the video, recently been considering this option to sustain my tutorials... So, may I ask, how other fire spinners reacted to your patreon? Like, I sometimes feel some negativity when money issue is mentioned at all.

[@DrexFactor]

I've yet to have a single negative reaction. Mostly people want to know how it's working for me! ;)

[@CyberEditing]

Now you need a new video about what to do after LEAVING Patreon 😎😁😎

[@CyberEditing]

@Leah Judea Great idea. The "big bad banned boyz" are already doing this.

[@wolfcloudstudios]

@Leah Judea i guess i would have to see what that looks like in order to understand it... hmm dont know why i cant picture it..

[@SaraKellyhiphope]

do you need to report taxes on your patreon earnings?

[@NizChoi]

I am doing more of lingerie review and someone adviced me to create a Patreon account. Never heard of it until then. Now I am thinking to create an account as I always consider KZbin Rules. My last video got a Yellow Sign and I dont know why. I must admit I need some financial support to grow my channel as it is more of product reviews. Not sure though if its worth.

[@ameliareed2453]

hey love! I'm doing something similar, can you tell me how your journey has been going for you?

[@Jamal_Tyrone]

Still haven't found a video that answers my question; How does a patreon patrons get access to patreon only content? What I assume is that the KZbinr provides links to videos that are *unlisted* and they email out to links to patreons that are *fan only content* ...but is this how it works or do people sign into patreon accounts and have all of the people they support send them links via that? It's this sort of technicality that nobody seems to want to explain.

[@Djazul3]

If I’m a customer can i cancel at any time?

[@timlinator]

I have ten years experience teaching tech skills such as JavaScript, Node, Java, PHP, Python, SQL, React, etc. I also have several videos and emails of a few hundred current and former students who would likely join. I want to start a KZbin channel funded by patreon.

[@laylayoung6]

ok question. I made my account on pattern like 2 weeks ago I have a lot of money already and I chose direct deposit but still haven't go my money so how do I get it out of my account

[@thadzxl]

Same.

[@JoelManrique]

Is there a minimum subscribers before starting on patreons?

[@DTWJLife]

Hey I was wondering...how long does it take for a creator page to be approved after putting in an application?

[@kayderpotater]

Mine was instant!

[@lindalai9092]

@@kayderpotater That's what I thought.

[@ISPEAKMACHINE]

Mine was approved within 10 minutes.

[@KiKiJahDore]

I just started my Patreon a few days ago and already have a patron. I’m actially very excited to use that as another platform to connect to my fans. I am working on growing my fan base for my niche market/podcast series. Hopefully by this time next year i’ll be doing great! Thanks for the tips!

[@pakoo0]

and how is it going now? just curious :)

[@delapuentepedro]

Thank you very much for explaining all this! Very appreciated

[@lifestyleestatelandsandhou722]

Is it compulsory your Patreons must donate at the beginning. Can one just focus on building up the channel first before donating later comes in

[@kittenblossom2794]

This is exactly what I was looking for really great job thank you!

[@gregsimmons1709]

That was wonderful, and exactly what I needed to see. Thank you for keeping it so concise!

[@wotbru]

First thing would be to konw if Patreon dont likes you as a person you will get removed without any circumstances. I would suggest another platform, theire are plent better then patreon.

[@bornfighter2828]

Name one

[@decathlete2000]

name one

[@aganya7046]

You idiot, you say there's plenty more better than Patreon yet you name none

[@Platewarp]

Netherz I went to Tank’s account page and he has a PayPal link.

[@RicardoIv]

Where u gone? Name one dude

[@heartdragoonamv5553]

I really appreciate this video. Hope i can grow my channel more before deciding to indulge in Patreon

[@CryptoLorenzo]

A clear and concise video with plenty of relevant content in four minutes. Thanks mate and a new sub as well. 🙂

[@donnamoss7480]

How to see and fund on Patreon to already know sites?

[@AwedecaiMusic]

This video is the complete antithesis of those "How to Make a lot of Money" videos that are going around, that are ultimately just scams and pyramid schemes. This encourages us creators to focus on building a deeper connection with our audiences--producing what we love--not for the sake of "the big bucks," but because we have something to offer. That's the right way to look at ourselves and the content we make ^_^ Of course, we all want to live $$$comfortably$$$ (trust me, I get it), but I think the better goal is to provide people with the content you would want if you weren't capable of making it yourself. This video was really helpful! Thanks!~ xD

[@eoin68]

I was just wondering when is it too soon to make a Patreon? Like I don't have a massive following or a massive amount of people that would probably support me on patreon if I made one. I have about 1000 followers on instagram and I'm just wondering should I make a patreon now because I'm thinking of documenting my process of recording my debut E.P. with all my original music but I'm worried that it might come across as arrogant to make one before I even really have a proper following. Any thoughts and advice anyone? Thanks!

[@lightleaker8304]

One fan can turn to ten with ease. Each of those can turn to ten with ease. Wash, rinse, repeat. Best of success to you 🙏❤✌🏽

[@caribaez5711]

What if I love to draw so much as a hobby ? Can I put it there?

[@nezzylearns]

😊😊 I enjoyed you being so forward about everything and the tips were helpful

[@michaelstibbe972]

You have a good ,clear ( and fast ) voice, nice to listen to, should look into narrating or somehow sharing your talents and/or skills

[@donnamoss7480]

What do you offer content wise

[@makegaminggreatagain3907]

Informative video, is there a certain number of followers or subscribers you should have before making a patreon account?

[@JVArtresources]

THANK YOU! This was an extremely insightful 4 min. I have been going crazy trying to decide if I want to take the plunge. I am doing reviews and art tips plus I run a 14K art group I created and have been building over the last 2 years.. I have plenty of community. Soon, I will have the time. I think I must do this! Thanks for this video..I am looking forward to watching your tip video.

[@DrexFactor]

That is definitely a great community to draw upon! Good luck with your endeavor and let me know if you have any more specific questions on things related to growing your channel or building your Patreon.

[@zambeel_shorts612]

Is cooking channel are allowed on patron?

[@ChavisFlagg]

Well spoken

[@UnknownUser-pb6pi]

Is it for free to sign up??

[@napoleonhungmindrevolution3517]

Good perspectives to think about. Thank you. And can you tell me how to make this video that you move from left to right and then right to left without changing your background?

[@moviesgamesbeyond]

Thanks for this video. I'm just wondering though what is the best way to advertise it and how do we share it? Thanks

[@lotuslightheart]

Thank you Dex! In the process of starting one now, but I'd love to learn how you get links to your merch to show up under your videos.

[@roeimakikiderikadragontwin9898]

(DrexFactor Poi) question does having account cost money for just having a patreon account we don't plan on being a creator we just want a patreon account to like, comments and etc?

[@rinusworldzm]

Thank you for this video. It's really an eye opener

[@ISPEAKMACHINE]

Excellent! Getting ready to start mine and am gathering all the info I can. :)

[@vanisalyrics4954]

Go do it .

[@noreasonchannel4012]

only seen a minute and had to pause it and comment this that even I had been bit off with patreon because of how it cuts almost 10% off from your earnings so i thought i would integrate paypal subscription with my website and be done with it..however i still am skeptical about all that and i think its better to start with patreon if you're starting up..

[@Excel10tutorial]

How do you add the link to your end card? how did you verify it?

[@DrexFactor]

The link to my Patreon? It doesn't have to be verified--KZbin already lists Patreon among a group of approved third-party sites that you can link to both in your cards and end screens. When you go to Add Element, add a link and just fill out your Patreon URL. Patreon is already approved, so KZbin will just let you go through the rest of the process for completing the element.

[@Excel10tutorial]

@@DrexFactor I have to add my patreon page's url to "Associated website" section of my channel and that requires verifying. After that i can add the link to end card. Now my question is how i can verify that. As described here: support.google.com/youtube/answer/2887282

[@Excel10tutorial]

Solved it. Thanks for the guideline. I was looking at the wrong place. it is easier on creator studio classic

[@z0uLess]

does patreon support one time donations?

[@gelidsoul]

Good stuff. Thanks so much for this Drex!

[@Alyy4]

Do I have to pay monthly to receive?

[@off-gridhillbillystyle3735]

I can't post anything from my patreon keeps telling me to schedule after I make a schedule

[@MissDoktor]

Hey Drex, thanks a lot for this video, I think sites like Patreon are great way to make creator's work more sustainable. This is a great introductory video!Thank you for making it

[@hippiecalico]

Super informative. Thanks, dude. ☺️

[@imlatinoguy]

I needed a new platform for my fans since on the last platform the bank wanted impossible paperwork to keep going. The good thing is I already had all my content made and now I just make premium content. I already had a fan base established. So far I've made about $750 since 5 months ago..but that's just me idk how other people are doing.

[@beverlyfrancis8433]

Very good video. I had no idea what patreon was.

[@LishaJoya]

thank you for this....i just created mine a few days ago and im still trying to tweak mine

[@vanisalyrics4954]

Good

[@nolanmattson4313]

Is patreon only for KZbin or can I setup one for a Facebook fan page?

[@nolanmattson4313]

Risky Bitness thank you

[@Motionception]

Is that a prototype Doodlegrip in the background? It looks like a Doodlegrip, but it's different in ways.

[@danielscottburke]

Thank you for your time and space 💫

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, how do you feel about just having 1 Tier level for Patreon members? I plan to give value, like guitar tips, tabs, and backing tracks. But I don't want to create another 'part-time' job for myself that takes away from other initiatives, which it seems I'd have to do with multiple tier levels.

[@popgoestheboy]

Found this really helpful and informative! Thank you! Best wishes!

[@shairaptor1865]

Very nice video! I have a question - How to deal with it, as a creator, when someone cancels their membership? I mean, it can be de-motivating and frustrating! It's not like new fans just grow back just so! Or is? Is it a constant run after new patrons and fans because people can cancel their pledge? What are your experiences as creator? Thanks for the reply!

[@lifeinflow299]

Thanks, Drex this was very informative of how Patreon works and great introduction to what someone would need to do to be able to "sell" their services on Patreon.

[@TheYorkshireVlogger]

Thank you for the info 😊

[@GailBecker-MSED-CM-Author]

How many accounts can one person have?

[@Hy-Brasil]

I do so many things and I'm not sure any of them are worthy of being paid for.... except for painting... and i only paint what I want when I feel like (this is why most artists are "starving"...) i also worry about the taxes involved (as if I would ever make enough to be a problem... but still....)

[@TimeSlipping1375]

thanks for the short and informative vdo brother

[@majiaqua6670]

Treat them like gold because they are YES💖💖💖

[@johnconor8698]

stop moving!

[@grvonny]

John Conor I don't know why I found this funny.

[@Friidom2]

He moves in order to draw your eye. Its a standard film making trick designed to keep you watching.

[@rockstarbaba7435]

😂r8

[@UnknownUser-pb6pi]

I literally stoped scrolling

[@randommf1]

Ohh

[@waltobringer2928]

I like your style. I'm a new subscriber and hopefully will be producing content on several services soon.

[@SteeleZooism]

A very helpful, and to the point video. Thank you.

[@lainajoygallerychicago9716]

Thank you for the information, really useful video and well put together video

[@TizedesCsaba]

Only one thing is not clear with Patreon: it is possible to access all the content without paying? I know, it is depends on the users, but there are lots of places in the World where that 1-2 USD is a big amount, but the content is required. So, if your patron's joins to you, they can access your stuffs immediately but their account charged once per month, but they remove their account from Patreon and in next month join to your chanel again, and when they accessed to your new content, before paying they remove their account, etc... Is it possible?! Thanks for reply and experience!

[@skyline390]

I need to know how can I delete my credit card from patreon I don't like the fact that when I want to pledge someone I just need to click on confirm without putting any confirming information that prove that I'm the real owner of the card that I am using