# Updates **URL:** https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/c/updates/26.md [Latest](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/tags.md) --- ## [Introducing Patreon's new Head of Online Community, Hayley!](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/introducing-patreons-new-head-of-online-community-hayley/12396)
**Author:** [@Danya\_Shults](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Danya_Shults)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2021, 11:03am UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/introducing-patreons-new-head-of-online-community-hayley/12396 "2021-06-17T11:03:28Z")
Please join me in welcoming Patreon’s new Head of Online Community, @Hayley! :tada: Hayley was most recently (Patreon creator!) Amanda Palmer’s community/page manager and has also worked for Kickstarter and coached indi… --- ## [Join the official Patreon Discord 🤗](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/join-the-official-patreon-discord/3864)
**Author:** [@mindy](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/mindy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 5:07am UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/join-the-official-patreon-discord/3864 "2020-11-23T05:07:53Z")
During January’s Hang Time, Jack announced that we now have an official Discord server for Patreon creators! Woohoo! Our Discord is the perfect place for you to chat easily about everything and anything, whereas this … --- ## [About the Updates category](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/about-the-updates-category/1297)
**Author:** [@mindy](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/mindy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2020, 12:09pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/about-the-updates-category/1297 "2020-04-15T12:09:44Z")
The latest updates and news from the Patreon team. Only Patreon staff can add topics to this category, but creators are encouraged to thread replies and engage in the conversation. --- ## [Important News: this forum is being retired (November 2021)](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/important-news-this-forum-is-being-retired-november-2021/12887)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2021, 4:48pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/important-news-this-forum-is-being-retired-november-2021/12887 "2021-11-09T16:48:09Z")
We have important news to share: this is the last thread that will be posted in this forum . In 24 hours, the ability to create new posts here will be restricted and this forum will become read-only. The forum will go f… --- ## [Just launched! The #OwnYourGrowth creative workshop series is now open](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/just-launched-the-ownyourgrowth-creative-workshop-series-is-now-open/12757)
**Author:** [@Sherene](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Sherene)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 4:07pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/just-launched-the-ownyourgrowth-creative-workshop-series-is-now-open/12757 "2021-10-26T16:07:45Z")
Hi folks, Starting next week, we’re kicking off a workshop series that many of you may find valuable. This series will explore actionable ways creators can mindfully scale their creative business. In each session we… --- ## [A fresh new look for our apps and 🌚](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/a-fresh-new-look-for-our-apps-and/12816)
**Author:** [@Sherene](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Sherene)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2021, 9:56pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/a-fresh-new-look-for-our-apps-and/12816 "2021-10-19T21:56:05Z")
:wave: Hi everyone! I wanted to drop in to share some news: Starting today, we are rolling out a new design for Patreon’s iOS and Android apps. You’ll see improvements across your feed, comments, posts, and dashboard —… --- ## [Patreon Connect: Live with the Data Science Team - October 19th](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-connect-live-with-the-data-science-team-october-19th/12813)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2021, 3:55pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-connect-live-with-the-data-science-team-october-19th/12813 "2021-10-18T15:55:56Z")
tomorrow, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19th 10AM PST // 1PM EST // 6PM BST // 7PM CEST Patreon Connect: Live with the Data Science https://events.patreon.com/connect-datascience Patreon Connect is an event series designed to int… --- ## [Looking back at 2020 and looking ahead to 2021: Community Edition](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/looking-back-at-2020-and-looking-ahead-to-2021-community-edition/11308)
**Author:** [@reyna](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/reyna)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2021, 10:55pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/looking-back-at-2020-and-looking-ahead-to-2021-community-edition/11308 "2021-10-13T22:55:37Z")
Hey everyone – Below is an early look at a blog post that our Product team is publishing later this week about our 2021 plans. There are some extra resources I’ve added for the community that won’t show up in the public… --- ## [Share Your Feedback with Patreon on an Unreleased Podcast on October 1st](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/share-your-feedback-with-patreon-on-an-unreleased-podcast-on-october-1st/12751)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2021, 10:17pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/share-your-feedback-with-patreon-on-an-unreleased-podcast-on-october-1st/12751 "2021-09-28T22:17:42Z")
The team at Patreon is holding two feedback sessions on Zoom this Friday, October 1st at 9am PDT / 12pm EDT and one at 4pm PDT / 7pm EDT for creators to share their feedback in a focus group with a handful of other creat… --- ## [Patreon Connect: Live with the Policy Team (Creator Policy Engagement Program Q4) on Sept 23rd](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-connect-live-with-the-policy-team-creator-policy-engagement-program-q4-on-sept-23rd/12725)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2021, 8:11pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-connect-live-with-the-policy-team-creator-policy-engagement-program-q4-on-sept-23rd/12725 "2021-09-22T20:11:29Z")
COMING UP TOMORROW, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23rd 10AM PST // 1PM EST // 6PM BST // 7PM CEST Patreon Connect: Live with the Policy Team https://events.patreon.com/connect-q4policylive Back in April of this year, Patreon’s… --- ## [Patreon’s TikTok is LIVE](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-s-tiktok-is-live/12692)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2021, 4:10pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-s-tiktok-is-live/12692 "2021-09-20T16:10:52Z")
With the help of some incredible creators, we’ve officially launched our TikTok. You’ll find helpful tips from independent artists, their not-so-Instagrammable moments from the cutting room floor, inspirational messages … --- ## [Introducing the "Patreon Product Newsletter"](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/introducing-the-patreon-product-newsletter/12681)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2021, 3:40pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/introducing-the-patreon-product-newsletter/12681 "2021-09-13T15:40:12Z")
A brand new email newsletter that highlights Patreon’s product updates, insights, education and more. Read the first blast, linked below, to learn more about Patreon in global languages, the new income dashboards, and u… --- ## [Patreon Connect: Live with the Patreon Community team - July 27th livestream + Q&A](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-connect-live-with-the-patreon-community-team-july-27th-livestream-q-a/12505)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2021, 10:36pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-connect-live-with-the-patreon-community-team-july-27th-livestream-q-a/12505 "2021-07-19T22:36:42Z")
On Tuesday July 27th, a week from tomorrow, Patreon’s Community team (yours truly with @emily.lakin and @Danya\_Shults) will be hosting a livestream to introduce ourselves to you, share information about our team, who we… --- ## [Patreon Connect with the Policy Team August 3rd - Creator Policy Program Q3 2021](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-connect-with-the-policy-team-august-3rd-creator-policy-program-q3-2021/12547)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2021, 4:51pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/patreon-connect-with-the-policy-team-august-3rd-creator-policy-program-q3-2021/12547 "2021-08-04T16:51:26Z")
COMING UP TUESDAY, AUGUST 3rd at 10 AM PDT // 1 PM EDT // 5 PM GMT Patreon Connect: Live with the Policy Team https://events.patreon.com/policylive Some of you may recall that back in April, Patreon’s Policy Team ki… --- ## [Coming soon: Dashboard updates](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/coming-soon-dashboard-updates/12496)
**Author:** [@brianmcf](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/brianmcf)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2021, 9:05am UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/coming-soon-dashboard-updates/12496 "2021-07-24T09:05:56Z")
Hey everyone! We’re making updates to the Creator Income Dashboards which is being announced today with an email sent out to creators previewing the upcoming updates. These updates are specifically focused to bring you… --- ## [Introducing a new payment option for many EU patrons: Sofort Direct Debit](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/introducing-a-new-payment-option-for-many-eu-patrons-sofort-direct-debit/12491)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2021, 5:44pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/introducing-a-new-payment-option-for-many-eu-patrons-sofort-direct-debit/12491 "2021-07-13T17:44:39Z")
As part of our ongoing commitment to create a more connected global community, today we’re introducing Sofort: a recognized and secure payment option for patrons in Germany, Austria, Belgium, Switzerland, or the Netherla… --- ## [July 2021: European Union VAT and IOSS numbers and information on shipping goods](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/july-2021-european-union-vat-and-ioss-numbers-and-information-on-shipping-goods/12490)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2021, 8:29pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/july-2021-european-union-vat-and-ioss-numbers-and-information-on-shipping-goods/12490 "2021-07-12T20:29:04Z")
As of this month there have been new VAT rules from the European Union regarding goods shipped to the EU as imports. If you are a creator shipping in the EU to EU patrons, you’ll need a EU VAT number, and if you are a no… --- ## [Panel: The Lab | Grow Your Own Way - Wednesday, June 30th](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/panel-the-lab-grow-your-own-way-wednesday-june-30th/12421)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 3:45pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/panel-the-lab-grow-your-own-way-wednesday-june-30th/12421 "2021-06-28T15:45:28Z")
(this post is also cross posted in the Workshops subcategory of the Get More Patrons category) We have a great event coming up next week that will be especially enticing to anyone interested in the Podcasting space. Det… --- ## [Summer of Social workshop: All About YouTube on June 24th](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/summer-of-social-workshop-all-about-youtube-on-june-24th/12408)
**Author:** [@Hayley](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Hayley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 3:47pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/summer-of-social-workshop-all-about-youtube-on-june-24th/12408 "2021-06-21T15:47:07Z")
Continuing with our Summer of Social workshop series, the next #KnowYourGrowth event is happening this week and it’s All About YouTube Join us on Thursday, June 24th starting at 10am PDT // 1pm EDT // 6pm GMT RSVP and … --- ## [Apply for Jack Conte's Creator Club](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/apply-for-jack-contes-creator-club/12392)
**Author:** [@Emily\_Lakin](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Emily_Lakin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 6:49pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/apply-for-jack-contes-creator-club/12392 "2021-06-18T18:49:44Z")
Hey everyone! Patreon CEO and creator Jack Conte is launching another creator club! Want in? Applications are due Monday 6/21 by 12 noon PST! Read on for his announcement and the link to apply → About a month ago I fin… --- ## [Welcome to the Patreon Community! 🙌](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/welcome-to-the-patreon-community/11055)
**Author:** [@reyna](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/reyna)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2020, 6:47pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/welcome-to-the-patreon-community/11055 "2020-12-18T18:47:54Z")
Welcome to the Patreon Community! :hugs: We’re so excited you’re here! This forum is for Patreon creators to find resources to grow their membership and get the first scoop on Patreon updates & announcements. Anyone … --- ## [Results & Takeaways from our Community & Education Survey](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/results-takeaways-from-our-community-education-survey/12352)
**Author:** [@Danya\_Shults](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Danya_Shults)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2021, 8:14pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/results-takeaways-from-our-community-education-survey/12352 "2021-06-11T20:14:19Z")
Hi all! We recently surveyed Patreon creators about our Community & Education offerings. Now, it’s time for us to share what we learned! A bit of background The Community & Education team (:waving\_hand:) connects Patre… --- ## [Meet Danya – the newest addition to the Patreon Community Team!](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/meet-danya-the-newest-addition-to-the-patreon-community-team/10672)
**Author:** [@reyna](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/reyna)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2021, 8:52am UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/meet-danya-the-newest-addition-to-the-patreon-community-team/10672 "2021-06-03T08:52:04Z")
Hiya friends – will everyone please join me in giving a big, warm welcome to Danya! :clap: @Danya\_Shults is the new head of community and education at Patreon :tada: Danya was born on the East Coast, educated in the M… --- ## [An update on Patreon’s API](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/an-update-on-patreon-s-api/8628)
**Author:** [@brianmcf](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/brianmcf)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 9:56pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/an-update-on-patreon-s-api/8628 "2020-10-19T21:56:52Z")
Dear Patreon Developer Community — Over the past few months, we’ve heard creators and developers express that we haven’t been supporting our API as best we can. We want to be transparent and honest about our plans going… --- ## [New Patreon policies are live and informed by creator feedback](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/new-patreon-policies-are-live-and-informed-by-creator-feedback/12259)
**Author:** [@Danya\_Shults](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Danya_Shults)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2021, 8:15pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/new-patreon-policies-are-live-and-informed-by-creator-feedback/12259 "2021-05-17T20:15:43Z")
Hey everyone, You may remember that last month, we announced our new Creator Policy Engagement Program designed to build trust and transparency into the development and communication of Patreon’s policies. Hundreds of … --- ## [COMING SOON | Improvements to Patron Relationship Manager](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/coming-soon-improvements-to-patron-relationship-manager/8393)
**Author:** [@Tina](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Tina)\ **Replies:** 149\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2021, 3:29am UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/coming-soon-improvements-to-patron-relationship-manager/8393 "2021-05-10T03:29:42Z")
Hi, creators! Our team is working on simplifying the way you manage and connect with your audience on Patreon via patron management tools, and we’d love your feedback! Improvements to Patron Relationship Manager Many … --- ## [Introducing our Creator Policy Engagement Program](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/introducing-our-creator-policy-engagement-program/12153)
**Author:** [@Danya\_Shults](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/Danya_Shults)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2021, 3:58pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/introducing-our-creator-policy-engagement-program/12153 "2021-05-06T15:58:40Z")
Hi everyone! We’re excited to announce that Patreon is introducing a new Creator Policy Engagement Program to ensure Patreon’s policies are clear, easy to understand, and developed with transparency and inclusivity. To… --- ## [Updates to your patron count display numbers](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/updates-to-your-patron-count-display-numbers/11272)
**Author:** [@reyna](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/reyna)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2021, 7:33pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/updates-to-your-patron-count-display-numbers/11272 "2021-04-29T19:33:09Z")
Today we rolled out an update that changes the way your patron count is displayed. The patron count number now includes all patrons with memberships set for automatic renewal i.e. all patrons who have not cancelled their… --- ## [Community team updates](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/community-team-updates/12101)
**Author:** [@reyna](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/reyna)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2021, 1:54am UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/community-team-updates/12101 "2021-04-14T01:54:34Z")
Hey friends, Wanted to share a life update with you all… I have accepted a new job opportunity and will be leaving Patreon. This will be my last week working with all of you incredible creators. @Danya\_Shults will cont… --- ## [Mailchimp and Patreon now have a native integration!](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/mailchimp-and-patreon-now-have-a-native-integration/11786)
**Author:** [@reyna](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/u/reyna)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2021, 6:11pm UTC](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/t/mailchimp-and-patreon-now-have-a-native-integration/11786 "2021-02-25T18:11:38Z")
Mailchimp and Patreon now have a native integration! Mailchimp’s Integration Fund supports the development of integrations on their platform, and we’re excited to annouce that our teams have worked together on a new, nat… [Next page](https://archive.patreoncommunity.com/c/updates/26.md?page=1)