$30
PCB prototyping coupon
The PCB prototyping coupon is automatically issued to the NextPCB account entered in the seller's application. It may be used for qualifying PCB prototype orders that meet the program requirements.
Program timeline
From application to project support
Five key stages from application review to development support and possible project promotion.
1
Submit application
Provide accurate Tindie, NextPCB, and project information.
2
Joint eligibility review
Tindie and NextPCB assess account status, project details, and eligibility.
3
Account binding & support
Approved sellers bind one NextPCB account and receive $50 monthly for three months.
4
Design and prototype
Use free HQDFM, PCB prototyping coupons, and international shipping support.
5
Promotion consideration
Qualifying products listed on Tindie may be reviewed for additional promotion.
Coupon issuance schedule
Coupons are issued monthly for three consecutive months.
1September 5, 2026First issuance
2October 5, 2026Second issuance
3November 5, 2026Third issuance
Each coupon is valid for 3 months from its issuance date.
Development support
What approved sellers receive
$50 in support per month for three consecutive months, up to $150 in total.
$20
International shipping coupon
After the application is approved, the international shipping discount code will be provided by email. Enter the code during checkout on NextPCB to receive the international shipping discount.
Program coupons cannot be redeemed for cash, transferred, or combined with other promotions. The applicable scope, conditions, and order requirements are subject to the information displayed on NextPCB and the detailed program rules.
Eligibility
Who can apply
Applicants must have a Tindie account in good standing and meet at least one of the conditions below.
Sellers with previous sales
The Tindie account must have at least one valid order.
New sellers without an order yet
A limited number of places may be available to new sellers without prior orders. Applications may be considered based on factors such as a clear new-product development plan, demonstrated product innovation capability, or a credible long-term operating plan.
Valid order: an order that has not been refunded, canceled, or disputed and that Tindie has verified as a genuine transaction. Applicants must also have, or be able to register, a NextPCB account and must provide accurate and complete Tindie account, NextPCB account, and project information. Submitting an application does not guarantee participation. Review results will be sent to the email address provided in the application.
HQDFM
Check your PCB files before production
Participating sellers may use NextPCB HQDFM free of charge through the web or desktop version.
Open HQDFM Online ↗- Gerber and drill files
- Trace width and spacing
- Solder mask and silkscreen design
- Other potential PCB manufacturing issues
PCB Prototype
- 1-32 layers, HDI 3, 10 oz Cu
- KB/Shengyi/Rogers/IPC Class 3
- From 24 hours
Flex PCB
- Up to 6 layers
- Adhesive/adhesiveless RA/ED
- Stiffeners, EMI shielding
Rigid-flex PCB
- Rigid: 2-32L, Flex: 1-6L
- Support complex stack-ups
- Blind/buried vias, Via-in-pad
Metal Core PCB
- Aluminum, copper, iron, stainless steel
- Single/double-sided, multilayer
- Insulated holes, pedestal technology
Project promotion
Additional visibility for selected projects
Promotion support period: September 5, 2026 through February 5, 2027. No separate promotion application is required. NextPCB will identify qualifying projects and relevant order data and provide the information to Tindie; after review, Tindie will contact eligible sellers directly.
Project requirements
- The project's PCB development is completed using this program.
- The related product is successfully listed on Tindie.
- Project quality, completeness, and promotional assets meet Tindie's review standards.
- Orders from different projects cannot be combined.
Possible support
- Promotion through Tindie official social media channels, including YouTube, Facebook, and X
- Tindie official content or featured project case studies
- Paid traffic support for qualifying promotional content
- Other promotional formats arranged by Tindie based on the project
Each project may receive promotion support only once during this program period, and order amounts from different projects cannot be combined. Specific promotional channels, formats, publication dates, display periods, and traffic support will be determined by Tindie based on project quality, product readiness, target audience, available materials, and Tindie's promotional schedule. Tindie does not guarantee any specific number of impressions, clicks, orders, sales, or other commercial results.
Promotion materials
Information selected sellers may need to provide
- Product name and Tindie listing URL
- Required: NextPCB order number(s) associated with the project
- Product overview, core functions, and key selling points
- Use cases and target users
- Clear product images, videos, or project materials
- Technical specifications and other necessary information
Sellers may also provide a draft of the promotional copy. All submitted text, images, videos, trademarks, and other materials must be true and accurate, and sellers must have obtained all necessary rights and permissions for their use. Tindie may edit, translate, shorten, format, or otherwise adapt submitted materials for different promotional channels and platforms. The final published version is subject to Tindie's review and approval.
NextPCB R&D support badge
Badge for promoted products
For products receiving Tindie promotional support, Tindie will add the relevant NextPCB R&D support badge to the corresponding eligible product page. Sellers are not required to add the badge themselves. The following disclaimer will also be included:
This product received PCB R&D support from NextPCB through the Tindie × NextPCB Hardware Creator R&D Support Program.
R&D support does not imply any guarantee or endorsement by Tindie or NextPCB.
R&D support does not imply any guarantee or endorsement by Tindie or NextPCB.
Important terms
Account and coupon rules
- During the program, each Tindie account may submit only one NextPCB account.
- The submitted NextPCB account information cannot be changed during the program. Please carefully verify the NextPCB account details and Registration ID before submitting the application form.
- Program coupons cannot be redeemed for cash, transferred, or combined with other promotions.
- The scope, conditions, and order requirements applicable to the coupons are subject to the information displayed on NextPCB and the detailed program rules.
- If any seller account, order, project, or application information appears abnormal, Tindie and NextPCB may suspend the review, suspend coupon issuance, or cancel the seller's eligibility.
- If duplicate applications, false information, account impersonation, coupon transfers, or other forms of promotional abuse are identified, Tindie and NextPCB may cancel the relevant coupons and program eligibility.
- All program dates and deadlines are based on Pacific Time (PT).
- Qualifying cumulative order amounts are based on valid amounts actually paid after coupons and discounts, as recorded and finally verified by NextPCB's system.
- The program rules are jointly established by Tindie and NextPCB. Any updates to the program arrangements or rules will be announced through the program page or by email, as applicable.