Fundl

Fundl is a reward-based crowdfunding platform engineered on a single, powerful premise: backers deserve proof, not promises. It eliminates the blind trust of traditional crowdfunding by allowing creators to connect their real, live data sources directly to their project pages. Instead of relying on slick pitch decks, charismatic videos, or gut feelings, visitors to a Fundl campaign see actual numbers pulled straight from the creator’s own tools. This includes revenue data from Stripe, development activity from GitHub, and audience metrics from analytics platforms. No manual entry, no outdated screenshots, just the truth, auto-refreshed throughout the campaign.

Fundl serves two primary groups. First, it is for founders and creators who already have real traction. If you have a growing Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR), an active development team shipping code, or a steadily increasing user base, Fundl provides a direct path to raise funds without the traditional gatekeeping of venture capital. You showcase your momentum and let your verified metrics speak for themselves. Second, it is for backers who demand evidence before they commit. Instead of trusting a compelling story, you can inspect the underlying health of a project. You can see if revenue is climbing, if the team is actively building, and if users are sticking around. The funding process is also refreshingly direct. When a backer supports a project, their contribution goes directly to the creator’s Stripe account. Fundl never holds the funds. This removes a layer of risk and complexity, ensuring creators get paid instantly and backers know their money is going straight to the builder they trust, supported by the data they verified. Fundl transforms crowdfunding from a leap of faith into an informed decision based on verified metrics.

Live Verified Metrics

Every project on Fundl displays source-verified data that updates automatically. Instead of static screenshots or manual updates, the platform pulls real-time numbers directly from connected tools like Stripe for revenue, GitHub for development activity, and analytics platforms for audience size. This creates a dynamic proof layer that backers can inspect at any time, ensuring they always see the latest traction signals before making a funding decision.

Direct Stripe Payment Processing

Fundl removes the intermediary entirely. When a backer decides to support a project, their contribution is processed directly through the creator’s own Stripe account. Fundl never holds, escrows, or delays the funds. This means creators get paid instantly upon a successful contribution, and backers know their money is going straight to the builder. It eliminates a significant layer of risk and complexity common in traditional crowdfunding platforms.

Automated Data Refresh

Creators do not need to manually update their project pages. Once a data source like Stripe, GitHub, or an analytics platform is connected, Fundl automatically refreshes the metrics on a regular basis. This ensures that the information backers see is always current and accurate. It saves creators valuable time and provides backers with a continuous, trustworthy view of a project’s momentum throughout the entire campaign.

Evidence-First Project Comparison

Fundl standardizes the proof layer across all projects, making it easy for backers to compare opportunities. Every campaign displays the same core metrics: revenue signals, build activity, and audience growth. This creates a level playing field where data, not storytelling ability, drives funding decisions. Backers can quickly scan multiple projects to see which ones have genuine traction, making their investment of trust far more informed and efficient.

SaaS Founders with Recurring Revenue

A SaaS founder with a growing Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) can use Fundl to raise capital without giving up equity or dealing with venture capital gatekeepers. By connecting their Stripe account, they display live MRR growth directly on their project page. Backers can see the revenue trend in real-time, providing clear evidence of product-market fit and sustainable business health. This allows the founder to accelerate growth with community-backed funding.

Open Source Projects with Active Development

Maintainers of open-source tools or developer platforms can leverage Fundl to secure funding for continued development. By connecting their GitHub repository, they display live commit activity, contributor counts, and project velocity. Backers can see that the team is actively shipping code and maintaining the project. This evidence of ongoing development activity builds immediate trust and encourages support from users who rely on the software.

Content Creators with Growing Audiences

Creators who have built a substantial audience on platforms like YouTube, Substack, or a blog can use Fundl to fund new projects or product launches. By connecting their analytics platform, they display live metrics for Monthly Active Users (MAU), subscriber growth, or engagement rates. Backers can verify that the creator has a real, engaged following before funding a new initiative, turning audience size into a tangible asset for fundraising.

Hardware or Product Builders with Pre-Orders

Founders developing physical products who have already generated pre-order revenue or early sales can use Fundl to scale production. By connecting their Stripe account, they display live revenue from early sales or pre-orders. This provides concrete proof of demand beyond a concept video or prototype. Backers can see that other customers have already committed financially, reducing the perceived risk of supporting a new hardware project.

How does Fundl verify that the data is real?

Fundl pulls data directly from the creator’s connected accounts using official API integrations with platforms like Stripe, GitHub, and analytics tools. The data is not manually entered or uploaded as screenshots. This source-verification process ensures the numbers displayed on a project page are authentic and cannot be manipulated by the creator. Backers see the same data the creator sees in their own dashboards.

Does Fundl hold the funds from backers?

No. Fundl never holds, escrows, or processes payments. When a backer contributes to a project, the payment is processed directly through the creator’s own Stripe account. This means the funds go straight to the creator instantly, without any intermediary delay or added risk. This direct payment path is a core design principle of the platform.

What kind of metrics can creators display?

Creators can display a range of verified metrics depending on the tools they use. The primary metrics include revenue data from Stripe (such as MRR), development activity from GitHub (such as commits per week), and audience signals from analytics platforms (such as Monthly Active Users). These metrics are standardized across the platform to allow for easy comparison between different projects.

Is backing a project on Fundl an investment?

No. Fundl is a reward-based crowdfunding platform. Contributions are not investments and do not offer equity, financial returns, or any ownership stake in the project. Backers support a project in exchange for rewards or perks offered by the creator. The verified metrics provide additional context for backers but are not a guarantee of delivery or future performance.