I don't like writing a post about how my Patreon tier prices are going up, HOWEVER, the good news is that if you are already signed up, your tier price will not go up.
Find out more here: / otokano
Instruction on how to upgrade your tier: / 360000126286-how-do-i-...
I really appreciate that this is how Patreon allows creators to keep their loyal Patreons at the same price, and for me, it really aligns with my values of honouring you guys.
If you are already signed up to a tier, upgrade to a higher tier or a new sign up before 31st October 2022, your tier amount will stay exactly the same for as long as you stay signed up.
If you sign up or upgrade to a different tier after this date you will be on the new prices. If you are currently a Patreon and cancel, but decide to resubscribe after 31st October 2022, then unfortunately, you will be on the new price also.
So if you've been wondering about becoming a patreon (this post will be available publicly), or considered upgrading, this the the best time to lock your price in at the cheaper rate.
When will the prices change? 1st November 2022
What do I need to do? If you are happy with the tier you are on, the best thing is to do nothing. Then you will be on the old, lower, prices forever as long as you remain continuously signed up.
When is the last date to sign up/upgrade with the old lower price? 31st October 2022
What will happen on 1st November? The old priced tiers will be 'unpublished' but not deleted. This means they won't be available for new sign ups, but existing tier members stay exactly as they are, with full access to all their rewards as normal. Your price will stay exactly the same as well.
Why are the prices going up? I always want to keep my prices reasonable and feel like a good value. I've kept the same prices for 4 years. In that time, the postage price alone has gone up four times. With the increased inflation, the cost of everything involved in making and sending of the rewards has also shot up. For transparency, I currently am left with about 1/3 of the pledge amount by the time all costs are taken care of.
It really pains me to increase my price at any time, let alone in the current times, but since finding out I get to keep you - the currently signed up Patreons - at the same price, I felt comfortable enough to go ahead with the price increase that has been desperately needed for a long time.
I still have questions? No problem, just comment on this post or DM me through Patreon and I will try my best to answer your questions.
Thank you so much for your patience and understanding
Oto