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GoFundMe pricing transparency

Debate around GoFundMe's transparency regarding its fees and optional tips

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Jan 14, 2026
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Are there any hidden or optional fees on GoFundMe for withdrawals, currency conversion, or refunds?

GoFundMe advertises no platform fee for most personal fundraisers but does collect mandatory payment-processing fees (commonly cited around 2.9% + a fixed cent amount) and relies on optional donor tip...

Jan 10, 2026
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What makes a successful GoFundMe story?

A successful GoFundMe story pairs honest, emotionally specific storytelling with frequent visual updates and clear accountability—elements GoFundMe itself recommends as core to converting visitors int...

Jan 18, 2026

What are the most notable GoFundMe campaigns involved in legal disputes?

GoFundMe’s rise as the dominant personal crowdfunding platform has repeatedly collided with courts, regulators and public outrage over which fundraisers the company allows, removes or refunds—producin...

Jan 9, 2026

How do GoFundMe withdrawal fees work for recipients?

GoFundMe does not charge a platform fee for most personal campaigns, but each donation is subject to a payment processing (transaction) fee—commonly 2.9% plus $0.30 in the U.S.—which is deducted from ...

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