Fundl

Fundl is a reward-based crowdfunding platform built on a simple but powerful idea: backers deserve proof, not just promises. Instead of relying on pitch decks and gut feelings, Fundl lets creators connect their real, live data sources directly to their project pages. This means when you visit a campaign on Fundl, you see actual numbers pulled straight from tools like Stripe for revenue, GitHub for development activity, and analytics platforms for audience size. No manual entry, no outdated screenshots, just the truth, auto-refreshed throughout the campaign.

Fundl is designed for two main groups working together in a transparent ecosystem. 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 gives you a way to raise funds without the traditional gatekeeping of venture capital. You can showcase your momentum and let your metrics speak for themselves. Second, it is for backers who want evidence before they commit. Instead of trusting a charismatic founder or a slick video, you can inspect the underlying health of the project. You can see if revenue is growing, if the team is actively building, and if users are sticking around.

The funding process is also refreshingly direct. When a backer decides to support 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 that 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. It is a collaborative space where builders and supporters align around evidence, creating a synergy that benefits everyone involved.

Source-Verified Metric Integration

Fundl allows creators to connect their live data sources directly to their project pages, pulling in real metrics from platforms like Stripe, GitHub, and audience analytics tools. This integration ensures that every number displayed is automatically refreshed and comes straight from the source, not from manual screenshots or outdated reports. Backers can see actual revenue figures, commit counts, and user numbers that update throughout the campaign. This feature removes the guesswork from funding decisions and creates a transparent environment where data speaks louder than promises.

Direct Creator Payments

When a backer decides to support a project on Fundl, their contribution goes directly to the creator's Stripe account without any intermediary holding the funds. This direct payment path removes a layer of risk and complexity that is common in traditional crowdfunding platforms. Creators get paid instantly, and backers know their money is going straight to the builder they trust. This feature fosters a sense of immediate cooperation and trust between both parties, as there are no delays or hidden middle steps in the transaction process.

Evidence-First Project Discovery

Every project on Fundl displays a verification dashboard that includes key metrics like Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR), GitHub commit activity, and Monthly Active Users (MAU). This evidence-first approach allows backers to compare projects side by side based on real data rather than marketing hype. The same proof layer appears across every project profile for easier comparison, enabling backers to make informed decisions. This feature transforms the discovery process into a collaborative evaluation where both creators and backers can engage with tangible proof of progress.

Auto-Refreshing Live Metrics

Fundl automatically refreshes connected data throughout the campaign, ensuring that backers always see the latest numbers without any manual effort from creators. This auto-refresh capability means that as a creator ships new code, gains new users, or increases revenue, those changes are immediately reflected on the project page. This feature creates a dynamic, living campaign that evolves in real time, reinforcing the collaborative relationship between creators and their supporters. It also holds creators accountable to maintain their momentum throughout the funding period.

SaaS Founders Seeking Growth Capital

A SaaS founder with a growing monthly recurring revenue of $12,450 and a 23% growth rate can use Fundl to raise capital without traditional venture capital gatekeeping. By connecting their Stripe account to show live MRR data and GitHub to demonstrate active development with 48 commits per week, they can attract backers who want to see real traction. This use case empowers founders to showcase their momentum and let their metrics speak for themselves, creating a collaborative funding environment where evidence drives investment decisions.

Development Teams Demonstrating Build Activity

An active development team that ships code regularly can use Fundl to prove their commitment and progress to potential backers. By linking their GitHub repository, they can display real-time commit counts and development activity, showing that the team is actively building and iterating on the product. This use case is perfect for open-source projects or early-stage tech companies that want to raise funds based on their development velocity. It creates transparency and trust, allowing backers to see the team's dedication in action.

Audience-Driven Creators Validating Interest

Creators who have built a significant audience but need funding to scale can connect their analytics platforms to show Monthly Active Users (MAU) and audience growth trends. For example, a creator with 2,547 MAU and 15% growth can demonstrate that real interest exists beyond a pitch deck. This use case helps creators validate their market demand and attract backers who want to support projects with proven traction. It shifts the focus from promises to evidence, fostering a collaborative ecosystem where audience signals are valued.

Backers Seeking Informed Investment Decisions

Backers who want to move beyond blind trust can use Fundl to inspect the underlying health of any project before committing their funds. They can compare revenue signals, build activity, and audience signals across multiple projects to make informed decisions. This use case empowers backers to become active participants in the funding process, choosing to support builders with verified momentum. It transforms crowdfunding from a leap of faith into a data-driven collaboration between informed supporters and transparent creators.

How does Fundl verify the metrics displayed on project pages?

Fundl verifies metrics by pulling data directly from connected creator accounts on platforms like Stripe, GitHub, and audience analytics tools. The numbers come straight from the source, not from manual screenshots or outdated reports. This source verification ensures that every metric is authentic and automatically refreshed throughout the campaign, providing backers with real-time proof of a project's traction.

What happens to my contribution when I back a project on Fundl?

When you back a project on Fundl, your contribution goes directly to the creator's Stripe account. Fundl never holds the funds in escrow or acts as an intermediary. This direct payment path ensures that creators get paid instantly and backers know their money is going straight to the builder they trust, supported by the data they verified on the project page.

Can I compare different projects on Fundl to make a better decision?

Yes, Fundl is designed to make project comparison easy. The same proof layer appears across every project profile, displaying metrics like MRR, GitHub commits, and MAU in a consistent format. This allows backers to evaluate and compare projects side by side based on real data, helping them make informed decisions about where to allocate their support.

Is Fundl an investment platform that offers equity or financial returns?

No, Fundl is a reward-based crowdfunding platform. Contributions are not investments and do not offer equity or financial returns. Backers support projects in exchange for rewards offered by the creators. The verified metrics provide additional context and evidence of traction, but they are not a guarantee of delivery or future performance. Payments are processed through each creator's Stripe account.