Contribution from project starters
Costs for your Startnext project only arise when at least the start level has been reached, the financing phase has ended and the money raised is paid out. The costs are deducted from the payout amount before the payout. We issue an invoice for the amount.
In the project interface, we propose a total cost contribution of 10%, which is made up as follows and can be partially adjusted.
Contribution amount intentially set at 10%. Screenshot from project interface.
Contribution for sustainability goals
This contribution will be paid into our SDG funding pot, with which we support projects that are committed to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
- We suggest 1% on a pro rata basis
- The amount can be reduced and increased up to 8.5%
Contribution for Startnext
With this we finance the platform technology, our consulting team and the public relations work we do for your project and crowdfunding in general. Startnext cannot exist without this contribution.
- We suggest 5% on a pro rata basis
- The amount can be reduced and increased, everything over 5% automatically flows into our SDG fund
Transaction fees for external service providers
Startnext is not a payment service provider. For this reason, we purchase this service from our partners Stripe & PayPal. These costs and all risks are covered by this fixed amount. Included are costs for legitimization of the starters, reversals, research and fraud prevention. We cover these costs if your project is not successful.
- The transaction fees are currently calculated at a flat rate of 4%
- The amount cannot be adjusted
The cost contribution and transaction fees are non-refundable after a project has been paid out.
VAT is already included in these contributions.