# Brainwell

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/brainwell

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Burlingame, US
- Website: www.brainwell.com
- Total disclosed funding: $5M
- Latest round: Seed (Oct 30, 2015)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Brainwell offers innovative web server solutions, primarily through its renowned nginx web server, which significantly enhances website performance, scalability, and reliability for diverse clients.Founded by Alex Tikhman and Anatoly Tikhman, Brainwell operates out of Burlingame, US, specializing in web server technologies. In October 2015, the company raised USD 5.00 mn in Seed funding from Access Industries, the total amount raised to date. Brainwell has completed one deal to date, with its most recent funding round occurring on 30 October 2015.Brainwell specializes in web server solutions, with its flagship product, the nginx web server, designed to efficiently serve both static and dynamic content. This software enhances website performance and reliability, catering to a range of businesses from startups to large enterprises. nginx is widely adopted for critical applications such as load balancing, reverse proxying, and media streaming, with a significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia across sectors including e-commerce, online media, and software development.Brainwell's revenue model relies primarily on subscription-based services and commercial support, with clients engaging in transactions for licenses that offer access to premium features. These direct sales are tailored to various customer segments, with flagship offerings such as advanced versions of the nginx web server available on a subscription basis. This approach fosters customer loyalty through robust technical support and ongoing product enhancements.Brainwell plans to utilize the USD 5.00 mn raised in its latest funding round to support the development of new products and expansion into new markets. The company aims to launch enhancements to its nginx web server in the coming year and is targeting growth in emerging markets in Asia and Europe by 2025. This funding will facilitate the necessary resources for these initiatives, ensuring that Brainwell remains competitive and responsive to market demands.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Oct 30, 2015, $5M — Access Industries

## Investors

- Access Industries (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/access-industries) — Seed