BackerKit
YC S12San Francisco, US · Founded 2012 · 42 employees · 1 known investors
BackerKit provides software tools and a crowdfunding platform that help creators manage campaigns, raise funds, and engage backers on both third-party platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo as well as on its own proprietary crowdfunding network.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S12)
BackerKit was founded in 2012 by Maxwell Salzberg and Rosanna Yau.
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Rosanna Yauin𝕏Co-Founder & Chief Creative OfficerFounder of BackerKit, which provides software tools and a crowdfunding platform for creators to manage campaigns, raise funds, and engage backers across third-party platforms and its own network.
Investors · 1
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountRegulation CrowdfundingMay 2026Source ↗
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2 people who came through BackerKit went on to found or lead other companies.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does BackerKit do?
- BackerKit provides software tools and a crowdfunding platform that help creators manage campaigns, raise funds, and engage backers on both third-party platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo as well as on its own proprietary crowdfunding network.
- Who founded BackerKit?
- BackerKit was founded by Maxwell Salzberg, Rosanna Yau in 2012.
- Who are BackerKit's investors?
- BackerKit's investors include Y Combinator.
- Where is BackerKit headquartered?
- BackerKit is headquartered in San Francisco, US.