Indiegogo is set to introduce an innovative “Express Crowdfunding” format, enabling creators to dispatch products while their campaigns are still active, rather than waiting for the campaign’s conclusion.
According to Indiegogo spokesperson Maciej Kuc, this development is a result of the platform’s recent transition to the infrastructure provided by its new parent company, Gamefound, which specializes in board game crowdfunding.
The existing system’s delays have been a point of contention, as highlighted by Android Authority in the case of Ayaneo’s campaign for its Pocket AIR Mini retro gaming handheld. Ayaneo initially anticipated shipping the handheld by late November. However, due to “platform policy requirements,” the company cannot gather shipping addresses until December 5. Ayaneo explained that they are unable to enter the Pledge Manager phase, crucial for collecting shipping details, until December 2, and the approval process takes about three days. Consequently, shipments are now expected to commence “around” December 10.
Kuc confirmed that the Express Crowdfunding format is anticipated to be available by early February.
Indiegogo’s new Express Crowdfunding format “should be available” in early February, Kuc says.
