Enhanced KYC/AML Requirements for Campaign Creators
Effective August 1, 2025, all campaign creators seeking to raise funds above $10,000 will need to complete enhanced identity verification including government-issued ID, proof of address, and business registration documentation where applicable. This update aligns with new global anti-money laundering regulations.
Read full update โRevised Platform Fee Structure: New Tiered Model
Starting July 15, 2025, we're transitioning to a new tiered fee model designed to support early-stage creators. Campaigns raising under $50,000 will see a reduced platform fee of 4% (down from 5%), while higher-tier campaigns will maintain current rates. Payment processing fees remain unchanged at 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction.
Read full update โUpdated Data Retention Policy & User Deletion Process
We've updated our data retention policies to provide users with more control over their personal information. Users can now request full data export and account deletion directly from their dashboard. Account data will be retained for a maximum of 3 years after account closure for legal and tax purposes, then permanently deleted.
Read full update โNew Creator Fund Protection Guarantee
RaiseIt now guarantees that 100% of pledged funds will be protected in an escrow account throughout the campaign duration. In the rare event of platform insolvency, all campaign funds will be returned to backers. This new guarantee is funded through a new $50M Creator Protection Reserve established in partnership with leading financial institutions.
Read full update โCampaign Content Guidelines: AI-Generated Content Disclosure
All campaign creators using AI-generated images, videos, or text in their campaign pages must clearly disclose this in their content. This includes AI-generated product renders, mockup images, and promotional materials. Failure to disclose may result in campaign suspension. New disclosure badges will be displayed on campaigns using AI content.
Read full update โNew Payment Methods: Crypto & Local Payment Options
RaiseIt now supports cryptocurrency donations (Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDC) for campaigns in select markets. Additionally, we've partnered with local payment providers to add 15 new payment methods across Asia-Pacific and Latin American regions, including Alipay, Mercado Pago, and GCash.
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