As of January 2025, Kickstarter remains a dominant force in the crowdfunding industry, having successfully funded over . Since its launch in 2009, the platform has surpassed $8.5 billion in total pledges, with roughly $7.86 billion going toward successfully funded campaigns. Platform Performance & Statistics (2025)
: Nearly 24 million individuals have backed projects on the platform. KICKSTARTER
: While many succeed, about 9% of successfully funded projects fail to deliver rewards, often due to manufacturing or logistical hurdles. Top-Grossing Projects As of January 2025, Kickstarter remains a dominant
: Approximately 41.98% of all launched projects reach their funding goals. : While many succeed, about 9% of successfully
Technology and publishing continue to drive record-breaking numbers. The reportedly became the highest-funded project in 2025, while Brandon Sanderson’s "Secret Novels" campaign remains a landmark success in publishing. Project Name Total USD Raised eufyMake E1: 3D-Texture UV Printer Go to product viewer dialog for this item. ~$46.7 Million Surprise! Four Secret Novels by Brandon Sanderson ~$41.7 Million The Official Cyberpunk Trading Card Game ~$26.9 Million Snapmaker U1 Color 3D Printer Go to product viewer dialog for this item. ~$20.6 Million Economic & Social Impact