How to Discover and Support Patreon Creators the Right Way

There are millions of creators on Patreon, which is wonderful and overwhelming in equal measure. Finding the ones worth your support — and backing them safely — is a skill. Here’s how to do both.

Start with what you already love

The easiest way to find great Patreon creators is to look at the content you already enjoy. Most podcasters, YouTubers, illustrators, and writers link their Patreon directly from their videos, show notes, or social bios. If someone consistently improves your week, chances are they have a page.

Use discovery tools and categories

Patreon organizes creators by category — podcasts, art, music, writing, games, and more — and surfaces recommendations. Tools like GoonLands go a step further, letting you search and privately preview creators across platforms — try the Patreon viewer or the OnlyFans viewer — so you can explore niches without a dozen sign-ups or leaving a trace.

Verify before you pay

This is the most important habit: always subscribe through official, verified pages. Never use third-party links that promise “free” access to paid content — they’re against the creator’s interests and often unsafe. Check that the Patreon page matches the creator’s real, linked accounts, review the tier benefits, and make sure you know how to cancel before you join.

Support responsibly

Supporting the right way protects both you and the creator. It keeps your payment secure, ensures your money actually reaches the person making the work, and respects the boundaries they’ve set around their content. GoonLands only ever points you to official channels for exactly this reason.

Make it a habit

Even a single membership makes a real difference to a creator. Pick one whose work you’d miss if it disappeared, back them at a tier you’re comfortable with, and you’ll be part of the reason great independent work keeps getting made.