You, a Patron Saint in the Making: How to throw Rupees at Creators (From India)
So, you've fallen into the wonderful world of Patreon. You're hooked on those hilarious comics, that in-depth pottery analysis (hey, no judgement!), or maybe you just REALLY need the early access to your favourite podcaster's cat videos. The problem? You're in India, the land of spicy curries and, well, maybe not the most straightforward international payment systems. Fear not, fellow rupee-rich Robin Hood (of content creation), for I am here to guide you through the maze of murtabak and get you supporting your favourite creators!
The Great Wall of...PayPal?
Let's get the not-so-fun news out of the way first. Patreon, like many international platforms, currently doesn't accept good ol' Indian Rupees directly. But fret not! PayPal is your trusty steed in this battle. If you haven't already, get yourself a verified PayPal account. Just think of it as your Batcave of online transactions – a place to store your virtual rupees and then distribute them to worthy causes (like that comic artist who keeps drawing your favourite character in increasingly embarrassing situations).
Here's the Lowdown on Linking Your PayPal to Patreon
- Patreon Pilgrimage: Head over to the land of the [invalid URL removed] and log in to your glorious account.
- Clickety-Click, Your Wallet Awaits: Navigate to the settings section (look for a gear icon or something equally mysterious). Once in the settings jungle, find the billing blade (or the finance fortress – they like their metaphors).
- PayPal Power Up!: Look for the option to add a payment method and choose PayPal. Then, with the grace of a dancing elephant, log in to your PayPal account and link it up.
Conquering Currency Conversion
Now, this is where things can get a little wonky. Remember, you're paying in rupees but Patreon wants those sweet, sweet dollars (or Euros, or whatever currency the creator uses). Don't worry, PayPal will handle the conversion, but there might be a small fee involved. Think of it as a toll booth on the road to creative nirvana.
Bonus Tip: Patience is a Virtue (Especially When Converting Currency)
Currency conversion isn't always instantaneous. There might be a slight delay between you hitting that glorious "become a patron" button and your rupees actually reaching the creator. Don't panic! Just sit back, relax, and maybe watch another episode of that pottery analysis (because let's face it, you're hooked).
And There You Have It!
You, my friend, are now a certified rupee-wielding patron of the arts (or pottery analysis, or whatever floats your boat). Go forth and support your favourite creators! Remember, every rupee counts (especially when it gets converted into dollars – those creators better be grateful!).