Built on trust
Every part of Day Zero is designed to protect backers and support founders. We believe transparency is the foundation of innovation.
Founder Verification
Every founder completes government ID and selfie verification before listing, then we review their Loom, product plans, and public track record. Payments stay on Dodo.
Escrow Protection
70% of the founder's share from your LTD is held until they deliver working software. 30% pays out so they can build. That held 70% is what comes back if they never ship — not a full refund of the LTD price.
Delivery Commitments
Founders must provide clear, realistic timelines and public accountability. We track progress against milestones and require regular updates to backers.
Refund Policy
If the product never ships, you get the held 70% of founder share back (about $23 on a $39 LTD), plus a scrap of the listing bond. After delivery you have 30 days to request a refund; we return the hold first and claw the 30% from later founder payouts. Dodo fees are usually unrecoverable.
Community Reporting
Our community actively monitors projects. If you spot a concern, flag it to our rapid response team, who will investigate and intervene when necessary to protect backers.
Transparent Track Record
A founder's complete history on Day Zero is public. You can see their past delivery rates, backer satisfaction scores, and ongoing commitments before deciding to back them.
Our commitment
Day Zero exists to bridge the gap between visionary founders and early adopters. We take our responsibility seriously. If a project fails to deliver, we stand by our backers. If a founder faces challenges, we provide guidance. Trust isn't just a policy—it's our product.
Repeat scammers are listed on the public ban list.