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Patreon

★★★★4.32.8k reviews8-12% platform fee on creator earnings

The best-known platform for creators to monetize an audience through recurring monthly memberships.

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Summary

Patreon's brand recognition with fans is its biggest asset over Substack or Circle, though its platform fees and payout processing delays are recurring creator complaints versus more direct alternatives.

Strengths

Ease of Use
82
Value
74
Features
70
Support
68

Pricing

Starter
8-12% platform fee on creator earnings
  • Core features
  • Community support
  • Limited usage
Pro
8-12% platform fee on creator earnings
  • Everything in Starter
  • Priority support
  • Higher usage limits
  • Advanced features
Enterprise
Custom
  • Everything in Pro
  • Dedicated account manager
  • SSO & advanced security
  • Custom contracts

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