# Geyser Fees

The basic Geyser creator fee is **5 %** and may go higher if the creator opts in for additional marketing support. This represents a **low amount compared to many other crowdfunding platforms**.

#### Fee Comparison

Here’s how Geyser compares to other crowdfunding platforms.

<table><thead><tr><th width="154.32421875">Platform</th><th width="134.98046875">Platform fee</th><th>Banking/Processing</th><th>Total fees</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Geyser</strong></td><td>5 % </td><td>0.2% (see below)</td><td>5% 🟢</td></tr><tr><td><strong>GoFundMe</strong></td><td>0% </td><td>3% + US$0.30</td><td>3% 🟢</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Kickstarter</strong></td><td>5 %</td><td>3% - 5%</td><td>8%-10% 🔴</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Indiegogo</strong></td><td>5 %</td><td>3% + $0.20</td><td>8% 🔴</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Catarse</strong></td><td>?</td><td>?</td><td>13% 🔴</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Geyser Processing/Banking fee breakdown

Since Geyser operates natively on Lightning, there may be additional fees levied in swapping from other payment methods to Lighting. See below

<table><thead><tr><th width="182.83203125">Contribution type</th><th>Fee</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Lightning</td><td>0.2% processed by <a href="https://boltz.exchange/">Boltz</a> for the swap, plus any additional mempool fees</td></tr><tr><td>Onchain</td><td>0.2% processed by <a href="https://boltz.exchange/">Boltz</a> for the swap, plus any additional mempool fees</td></tr><tr><td>Fiat via Banxa</td><td>3.5% charged by our partner <a href="https://banxa.com/">Banxa</a> for the swap to lightning</td></tr><tr><td>Fiat via Stripe</td><td>3.5% + 0.3 charged by Strike for payment processing.</td></tr></tbody></table>

> Note: The actual total cost to a creator may vary depending on payment method, currency conversion, card type, country of operation and additional options elected (e.g., marketing support).

#### Geyser Creator Fees

* The base standard fee is **5 %** for on-chain and Lightning contributions when Geyser runs the wallet.
* **Affiliate fees**: Creators may elect to add a percentage fee that goes to an affiliate person of their choice – this is controlled by the creator and separate from Geyser’s platform fee.
* **Geyser Promotion Network fees**: If the creator elects to use Geyser’s promotional partners (such as Bitcoin News, Lightning News, Bitcoin Film Fest, Bitsize Media) then Geyser (and its partners) take a **10 % fee** from any contributions enabled via that promotion network. The creator controls whether this is switched on or off.&#x20;
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#### Contributor (Backer) Fees

* There are **no contributor fees** charged by Geyser themselves.
* The contributor may optionally add a **tip** to support Geyser (at their choice) when making contributions.

#### Why This Matters

* Because Geyser focuses on **Bitcoin / Lightning / on-chain payments**, the fee structure gives creators flexibility to reduce or remove platform fees completely when they self-host the wallet.
* Compared to other legacy platforms charging 5 %+ plus processing fees, Geyser offers a **competitive cost structure** especially for Bitcoin-centric projects.
* The optional promotion fee lets creators weigh whether they want to invest in additional marketing reach, and only pay that when they opt in.

#### Best Practices for Creators

* Make sure you estimate **payment processing / banking fees** in addition to Geyser’s commission.
* If you choose to engage the Promotion Network, factor in the extra 10 % fee as part of your overall budget.
* Clearly communicate to your backers that they **do not pay a platform fee** – this can help emphasise that more of their contribution goes to your project.
* Include in your campaign budget a buffer for any optional tips or payment-method costs so your net needed amount is realistic.


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