# Dots

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/dots-4

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.usedots.com
- Total disclosed funding: $8.9M
- Latest round: Series A (Feb 25, 2026)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Dots is a payment solutions platform based in the US, specializing in automated global payouts for businesses, leveraging a robust framework to support diverse payment methods and enhance transaction efficiency.Founded in 2021 and headquartered in San Francisco, US, Dots operates as an independent company focused on providing automated payout solutions. The company has not undergone any noted pivots or changes in strategy. In February 2026, Dots raised USD 8.9 mn in Series A funding led by DCM, with participation from Y Combinator, fully raising this amount in their latest round. The founder's details are not specified, indicating no previous company histories available.Dots offers an integrated payment solutions platform designed for automated global payouts, supporting over 300 payment rails to facilitate transactions for businesses of all sizes. The platform includes a white-labeled interface that screens payees against sanctions, verifies identities, and collects payout information efficiently. Operational in over 190 countries, Dots provides local payment methods including bank transfers and digital wallets, while automating tax compliance processes for U.S. and Canadian payees.The revenue model of Dots is based on transaction fees for its global payout services, which utilize various methods such as ACH and wire transfers. The company adopts a volume-based pricing structure, ensuring clients have clarity on incurred fees. The platform also handles tax form collection and verification, adding value to its client relationships while enhancing payment efficiency and compliance accuracy.In February 2026, Dots raised USD 8.9 mn in Series A funding, which will be utilized to expand product features, specifically in fraud prevention and accounts payable, and to introduce support for stablecoin and cryptocurrency payouts. Additionally, the company plans to enhance the Dots platform and aims to broaden its market presence in targeted regions by incorporating additional features into its service offerings.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Feb 25, 2026, $8.9M — DCM, Y Combinator

## Investors

- DCM (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dcm) — Series A
- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Series A