We're switching to instant payments soon
Patreon has two different mechanisms for accepting payments from patrons. In the one we're currently using, when you pledge you're not charged until the start of the next month. On March 5th, I'm going to switch to the other payment mechanism. In that, you're charged immediately when you pledge.
For people who are already patrons, and who do not change their pledge amounts, this will have no effect on you.
New patrons will be charged as soon as they pledge, and then will be charged like normal each month.
It is my understanding that current patrons who increase their pledge will be charged for the difference immediately. For instance, if you've been a $1 patron for a while, and you increase your pledge to $5, you will be charged $4 immediately and then $5 the following month.
This scheme seems to make sense now that we're doing weekly perks. I wouldn't expect this to really change anyone's behavior, but I wanted to give you all a heads up that the change is coming.
Tlaero
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Hi Tlaero, could you please explain how you did this? I'm not being able to find even on Patreon's help. Thank you
Hi guys, I ask always the same question... Any idea about the new game date release ??
That's a very good news! So in future all the short stories will become a 10+ post that will be instantly available after payment? That will be great improvement over waiting payment cycle and send a message.
Yes, that's my plan. After I switch us, I'll start sending the links in a $10 patron post. The links will still only work for a month, but new patrons will always be able to get the links from the most recent post. I'll probably also send an email, just to be sure. --Tlaero
Makes sense to me. The monthly system is so vulnerable to drive by content scoopers, and the workarounds that I've seen artists use seem deeply frustrating for anyone who is genuine in their desire to support them, but then gets stuck for weeks because they haven't technically supported them yet. Even with the potential of functional double billing someone who becomes a patron near the end of the month, I find this system more reasonable - and, importantly for you, less prone to getting gamed.
This is a very convenient system of payment acceptance. I hope you will be comfortable working with her. You are doing a great job. Good luck. ;)