# Crunchy Data Solutions

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/crunchy-data-solutions

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Charleston, US
- Website: www.crunchydata.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $14M
- Latest round: Series B (Apr 27, 2021)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Crunchy Data Solutions, Inc. is a US-based firm specializing in advanced PostgreSQL database solutions for cloud environments and enterprise applications, ensuring high availability and security for organizations.Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Charleston, US, Crunchy Data Solutions, Inc. provides tailored PostgreSQL solutions. The company has completed 2 deals, with the most recent being a TRADE SALE on June 2, 2025, where it was acquired by Snowflake Inc. for USD 250.00 mn. The founder's history is not publicly detailed, and there is no mention of subsidiaries or prior pivots in business strategy.Crunchy Data specializes in providing advanced PostgreSQL database solutions tailored for cloud environments, Kubernetes, and enterprise applications. The company's core offering, Crunchy Postgres, facilitates both self-managed and fully managed PostgreSQL deployments, enabling organizations to leverage a robust, cloud-native database that meets high availability, disaster recovery, and security standards, including advanced features such as Transparent Data Encryption (TDE). Crunchy Bridge, another key product, offers a fully managed Postgres option across major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP, designed to simplify database management and provide automated backups, point-in-time recovery, and continuous protection. The user base spans a wide array of industries, including healthcare, finance, software development, and government agencies, with customers ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. The geographical markets served by Crunchy Data include North America, Europe, and Asia, responding to the growing demand for PostgreSQL solutions worldwide.Crunchy Data generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models associated with its suite of PostgreSQL products and services. Clients typically engage in annual or monthly subscription agreements for Crunchy Postgres and Crunchy Bridge, which include comprehensive support and maintenance services. Transactional interactions often involve B2B partnerships, where organizations subscribe to the fully managed services to streamline their database operations while benefiting from enterprise-grade support. Clients may also opt for additional services such as training, documentation, and consulting to enhance their PostgreSQL capabilities. Pricing structures are based on the scale of deployment, ensuring that the offerings are aligned with the specific needs of diverse customer profiles.In June 2025, Snowflake Inc. agreed to acquire Crunchy Data Solutions, Inc. from Gray Ventures, Harbert Management, and Heavybit for USD 250.00 mn. This acquisition will enable Snowflake to deliver a fully managed, enterprise-grade PostgreSQL solution that combines the flexibility of open source Postgres with Snowflake’s robust governance and security. This strategy aims to empower developers to build AI-powered applications using familiar tools while meeting the compliance and scalability needs of regulated industries.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Apr 27, 2021, $14M — Harbert Management, Gray Ventures, Heavybit

## Investors

- Harbert Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/harbert-management) — Series B
- Gray Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gray-ventures) — Series B
- Heavybit (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/heavybit) — Series B