Account Setup Instructions
Step-by-step instructions for creating accounts on Indiegogo, Patreon, and Reddit.
Indiegogo
Sign-up URL: https://www.indiegogo.com
How to create an Indiegogo account
- Open Indiegogo in your browser.
- Click the user/profile icon or the “Sign In” link at the top of the page.
- Choose “Sign up,” “Join,” or “Create account.”
- Enter your name, email address, and password.
- Optionally sign up with Google, Apple, or Facebook if offered.
- Accept Indiegogo’s terms of service and privacy policy.
- Submit the form.
- Verify your email by clicking the link sent to your inbox.
After signup, you can back campaigns or launch your own campaign using the “Start a Campaign” option.
Patreon
Sign-up URL: https://www.patreon.com/join
How to create a Patreon account
- Open Patreon in your browser.
- Click the sign-up or “Join” button.
- Enter your email, password, and username or display name.
- Optionally sign up with Google or Apple if available.
- Accept Patreon’s terms of service and privacy policy.
- Submit the registration form.
- Verify your email by following the link in Patreon’s message.
Patreon accounts can be used to support creators or build a creator page. If you want to launch a creator page, look for a prompt like “Start your page” after signup.
Sign-up URL: https://www.reddit.com/register/
How to create a Reddit account
- Open the Reddit registration page in your browser.
- Enter your email address and click continue.
- Create a username and password when prompted.
- Choose a username or use a suggested one.
- Accept Reddit’s terms of service and privacy policy.
- Complete any CAPTCHA or verification steps required.
- Verify your email using the message Reddit sends you.
After signup, personalize your profile, join communities, and enable two-factor authentication for stronger security.
Security Recommendations
- Use a strong, unique password for each platform.
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) when available.
- Use a dedicated business or project email address.
- Verify your email promptly and keep recovery details safe.