Indiegogo Fees Add Up Fast. Here's What Nonprofits Actually Pay.
Indiegogo takes 8% and only supports one-off campaigns. Zeffy is 0% with year-round donor tools built for nonprofits.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Zeffy VS Indiegogo
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Keep more of what you raise, fundraise beyond one campaign
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Keep more of what you raise, fundraise beyond one campaign
Indiegogo takes 5% plus processing fees and only works for single campaigns. Zeffy is 100% free and built for nonprofits who need to fundraise all year long.
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Keep more of what you raise, without the math
Indiegogo takes 5% plus processing fees from every donation. Zeffy is 100% free, so your donors' full gift goes to your mission, not platform costs.
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Built for nonprofits, not product launches
Indiegogo is designed for entrepreneurs launching products, not nonprofits building relationships. Zeffy gives you donor management, email tools, and ongoing fundraising built for your work.
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Get started in minutes, not months
Indiegogo is built for complex product campaigns with timelines and fulfillment. Zeffy is designed for small teams who need to start fundraising today, not after weeks of setup.
Frequently asked questions
Can I accept donations at in-person events with Zeffy?
Yes. Zeffy lets you collect donations at events using mobile devices or tablets. Indiegogo only works online for crowdfunding campaigns, so you can't accept gifts at galas, walks, or community events where donors want to give in person.
How much does Zeffy cost compared to Indiegogo?
Zeffy is 100% free with no platform fees or monthly charges. Indiegogo takes 5% of every donation plus 3% payment processing fees. That means on a $10,000 campaign, you'd lose $800 to fees with Indiegogo but keep the full amount with Zeffy.
Can I use Zeffy for ongoing fundraising or just one-time campaigns?
Zeffy supports year-round fundraising with donation forms, events, memberships, and peer-to-peer campaigns. Indiegogo is built for single product launch campaigns with set timelines, not the ongoing donor relationships nonprofits need to build.
Does Zeffy have donor management tools that Indiegogo doesn't offer?
Yes. Zeffy includes donor profiles, giving history, and relationship tracking so you can build lasting connections. Indiegogo only provides a backer list for your campaign without tools to manage donor relationships or track engagement over time.
What are Indiegogo's total fees in 2026?
Indiegogo charges a 5% platform fee plus payment processing fees (around 3%), totaling approximately 8% of every contribution. On a $10,000 campaign, that's $800 going to fees instead of your mission.
Is there a free alternative to Indiegogo for nonprofits?
Yes. Zeffy is built specifically for nonprofits and charges zero platform fees, zero transaction fees, and zero credit card fees. You keep 100% of what you raise.
Can nonprofits use Indiegogo for fundraising?
Indiegogo is designed for product launches and creative projects, not nonprofit fundraising. It lacks tools like recurring donations, donor management, and tax receipts that nonprofits need for year-round giving.
How does Zeffy stay free if there are no fees?
Zeffy is funded by optional tips from donors at checkout. Tips are never required, and nonprofits always keep 100% of donations raised.
Does Indiegogo offer recurring donation options?
No. Indiegogo focuses on one-time campaign contributions with set end dates. Zeffy supports recurring donations so you can build predictable, ongoing revenue from your supporters.
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As a startup nonprofit with only two members, and no funding (yet) we’d need something with low (or no) fees. Zeffy was a dream come true.
Masey, Loose Ends.
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