Knowledge & Tips for successful crowd-funding campaigns

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Our articles contain valuable information and best practices that have been collected after years of experience in the crowd-funding sector.

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Project Management
Managing your Account

Creating a new account in Hive, setting up your company's information, your Tax/VAT rules and monitor your revenue.

Project Setup & Configuration

Submit a new project, setup the basics and learn how to test it.

Project Timeline

Learn what each status of your project means, what is required to get there, and how you can prepare for the next step in your journey.

Adding a Survey

Add a survey to your project and use it to both gather information but also as a powerful upselling tool to increase your revenue.

Pledge Management
Manage Backer Information

Learn how to Import/Export Backers, update their information, manage Early Birds, understand the different statuses, request refunds and handle Apple Id Emails.

Working with Coupons

Learn how to use coupons to handle individual exceptions to your pricing, like GiveAway, Reviewer Copies, extra Retailer Discounts and more.

Managing Retailers

Learn how to setup a Retailer's pledge with special discounts, filtering add-ons, defining MSRP.

Customer Support

Use our embedded Ticketing System to manage all requests for replacements and/or missing items.

Fulfillment
Figuring out shipping costs

Learn about Freight options (LCL, FCL, EXW, FOB), fulfillment hubs, and product sizing.

Working with SKUs

Learn the difference between an SKU and a Pledge or Add-on. Prepare your data for manufacturing and fulfillment.

Managing Shipping Methods

Choose between per Weight or per Item shipping cost rules. Learn how to handle Digital Items.

Freight Consolidation

Save up to 40% on shipping costs by combining your cargo with others heading to the same destination.

Exporting/Importing Data

Segment your backers and export information in the format required by your hub. Import tracking information.

Useful Resources
Manufacturing

Secure the price you desire without compromising the quality your backers deserve.

Marketing / Promotions

Creating a solid marketing/promotion plan for your crowdfunding campaign is extremely important and vital for your success.

Post-Campaign Tools

Learn how to maximize your post-campaign success with Hive’s tools for managing existing backers, boosting late pledges, and driving ongoing sales long after your crowdfunding campaign ends.

Latest Updates / News

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Hive Tools for Creators
CRM Tools

Use our built-in CRM subsystem to simplify and optimize your company's tasks.

QR Code Generator

Generate and track QR codes for links or instant PayPal payments; free with Hive.

Task Manager

A built-in, creator-focused tool that helps you organize, assign, and track every task across your crowdfunding workflow. Fully integrated with your pledges, backers, and support tickets.

SKU Consolidator

Hive’s SKU Consolidator simplifies complex fulfillment by merging multiple SKUs into one, reducing errors, cutting costs, and streamlining manufacturing and shipping.

RFQ Generator

A powerful tool designed to simplify how creators communicate with manufacturers, ensure your manufacturing planning stays connected to your campaign data and your financial goals.

CBM Calculator

Plan pallet stacking, carton arrangements, and container/pallet space usage with accuracy and efficiency.


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