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Backing Bay is a reward-based crowdfunding platform where creators showcase projects and supporters back them in exchange for rewards.

Unlike traditional e-commerce, you’re not buying a finished product. You’re backing an idea, and receiving a reward created by the innovator after funding.

Yes, signing up as a creator or backer is completely free

Yes, we support creators and backers from across India, subject to local laws and delivery capabilities.

Projects related to food, fashion, art & craft, tech gadgets, home decor, lifestyle, services, wellness, books, and more.

A creator (or innovator) lists a project. A backer supports the project financially in exchange for a reward.

No, Backing Bay is only a facilitator. Delivery responsibility lies solely with the creator.

Yes, Backing Bay uses OTP-based login and follows IT Act 2000 and Indian data protection norms.

Only creators listing projects require GST and PAN. Backers do not need to provide these.

You can contact our support team at info@backingbay.com for any assistance.

Any Indian individual, startup, MSME, or enterprise with a valid mobile number, email, and GST can become a creator.

Log in > Click "Create Project" > Fill in all required fields (title, description, rewards, pricing, KYC, etc.) > Submit for approval.

Yes, Backing Bay supports both tangible products and service-based offerings.

PAN card, GST number, bank details, and KYC documents of the authorized person.

We charge a flat 9% commission on the total amount raised.

Generally, within 48-72 hours, subject to verification and completeness.

Funds (after deduction of commission, GST, and TCS) are transferred to your verified bank account after the funding cycle ends.

Yes. Creators are fully responsible for fulfilling all commitments, including delivery, support, and refunds as per their policies.

Yes, but we recommend managing one project at a time for better delivery and customer satisfaction.

You are expected to resolve them directly with the backers. For major concerns, our support team can mediate informationally, but legal responsibility lies with the creator.

Browse live projects, select a reward tier, and complete payment via secure payment gateway.

Refunds depend entirely on the creator’s individual cancellation/refund policy.

The timeline is specified by the creator on the project page. Backing Bay does not control delivery.

If the creator shares a tracking number, you’ll be notified via email or SMS.

The creator is solely liable. You can contact them directly using project contact details or escalate through our support.

This depends on the cancellation policy set by the creator. Please review it before backing.

Backing Bay acts as a platform only. We encourage transparency and do our best to support both parties but cannot guarantee delivery or refunds.

We verify basic documents, GST, and identity of each creator, but backers are advised to use discretion and support projects they trust.

Reach out to the creator first. If unresolved, contact Backing Bay support. However, legal action (if needed) must be taken in the creator’s jurisdiction.

Yes. You’ll receive confirmation via email and SMS once your backing is successful.

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