# BrightEdge

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Foster City, US
- Website: www.brightedge.com
- Total disclosed funding: $64M
- Latest round: Series D (May 6, 2013)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

BrightEdge is a leading enterprise SEO platform that enhances digital visibility through advanced AI-driven strategies, providing businesses with essential tools for search engine optimization and online marketing.Founded in 2007 in Foster City, US, BrightEdge Technologies, Inc. specializes in SEO solutions, helping businesses optimize their online presence. The company raised USD 42.83 mn in its Series D funding on May 3, 2013, led by Insight Partners, with participation from existing investors including Intel Capital, Battery Ventures, Altos Ventures, and Illuminate Ventures. BrightEdge has completed a total of 6 deals since its inception. The company's valuation stands at USD 249.32 mn post-funding. Co-founders Jim Yu and Lemuel Park have previously contributed to the digital marketing landscape with their expertise.BrightEdge offers a sophisticated enterprise SEO platform that employs artificial intelligence to optimize search engine strategies. Its core features include keyword research, competitive analysis, real-time trend identification, site auditing, and content optimization, aimed at increasing online visibility and attracting valuable traffic. The platform serves diverse clients across various sectors, including retail and e-commerce, in North America, Europe, and Asia, facilitating effective digital presence optimization through advanced AI tools.Operating on a subscription-based model, BrightEdge provides clients access to its extensive suite of SEO tools through annual or monthly plans tailored to business needs. The flagship product, Data Cube, offers vital SEO ranking and domain-level data, complemented by custom reporting and AI Copilot functionalities. BrightEdge caters to large enterprises and digital marketing agencies, enhancing their SEO strategies and performance tracking.Looking ahead, BrightEdge plans to utilize its recent Series D funding of USD 42.83 mn to expand its product line and geographic reach. While specific upcoming products are under development, the company aims to enhance its offerings for its existing markets in North America, Europe, and Asia while exploring additional territories by mid-2024. The funding will support these initiatives, ensuring that BrightEdge continues to address the evolving needs of its clients and maintains its competitive edge in the SEO landscape.

## Funding rounds

- Series D, May 6, 2013, $43M — Battery Ventures, Intel Capital, Insight Partners, Altos Ventures, Illuminate Ventures
- Series C, Jan 11, 2012, $13M — Battery Ventures, Intel Capital, Altos Ventures, Illuminate Ventures
- Series B, Mar 16, 2010, $6.5M — Battery Ventures, Altos Ventures, Illuminate Ventures
- Series A, Jul 23, 2009, $0.6M — Altos Ventures
- Series A, Oct 17, 2008, $0.1M — Altos Ventures
- Series A, Aug 1, 2008, $1.3M — Altos Ventures, Illuminate Ventures

## Investors

- Altos Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/altos-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Illuminate Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/illuminate-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Battery Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/battery-ventures) — Series B, Series C, Series D
- Intel Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/intel-capital) — Series C, Series D
- Insight Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/insight-partners) — Series D