Find Quote by Jack Conte
“We built Patreon to be an open, flexible platform. It's a tool. Why shouldn't we open it up to people who find utility in it?”
About This Quote
Source Company Blog: Patreon blog post, date unknown
He advocates for an open, flexible platform, encouraging broader access for users who find value in it
In simple terms: He wants Patreon to be more open and useful
Key Takeaway
Promote openness and utility in platform design
Themes
platform design
openness
utility
community building
Mood
optimistic
strategic
Type
business
technology
When to use this quote
- product strategy
- open source
- policy making
Key Concepts
software development
user empowerment
business models
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks arise from opening the platform?
- How can you balance openness with sustainability?
A Different Perspective
Openness may conflict with security, privacy, or revenue concerns
