# Kled

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.kled.ai
- Total disclosed funding: $5.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Mar 11, 2026)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Kled is a US-based data marketplace that empowers users to monetize their personal data through a mobile application, creating a platform for high-value datasets sourced from verified contributors. Kled, founded in 2025 by Avi Patel (CEO) and headquartered in San Francisco, US, operates as a data marketplace allowing users to monetize their personal data. In June 2026, Kled raised USD 3 million in venture funding from The Data Foundation. The founder's background is not publicly detailed, nor are there mentions of any prior companies they founded.Kled.ai specializes in providing a robust mobile application that allows users to monetize their personal data by sharing high-value datasets sourced from verified contributors. The core offerings of Kled include an opt-in human data network that aggregates diverse datasets, catering primarily to AI companies, governments, and research institutions. Users, referred to as contributors, can upload various forms of data, such as images and videos, thereby creating a marketplace for licensable datasets. This is particularly beneficial for contributors like Ismael and Daniel, who earn revenue from everyday content related to their professions or personal experiences. Kled's services are aimed at global markets, with a notable presence in countries ranking high on the App Store charts, indicating widespread usage across multiple geographical regions.Kled.ai generates revenue through a model that pays contributors for the data they provide, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship between the company and its users. The transaction structure encompasses direct payouts to users for their uploaded content, utilizing partnerships with payment platforms like Whop to facilitate seamless financial transactions. The company's flagship offerings focus on providing a unique data marketplace, where contributors can earn income based on the quality and utility of the datasets they share. By integrating automated quality checks and a user rewards system, Kled ensures a steady flow of high-quality data that appeals to its B2B clients in the AI and research sectors. The company has successfully raised USD 5.5 million in Seed funding to support its operations and growth, indicating confidence from investors in its revenue-generating capabilities and market potential.In March 2026, Kled raised USD 5.5 million in Seed funding from new investors including Aglaé Ventures, K5 Global, and Parable Partners Management. This funding will support the company's strategy to enhance its mobile application and develop new features that cater to users' needs, though specific product release dates are not detailed. Kled is also targeting expansion into additional international markets, particularly focusing on regions that currently rank high on App Store charts, to increase its user base and data contributions.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Mar 11, 2026, $5.5M — Aglaé Ventures, K5 Global, Magic Labs, Inc., Parable Partners Management, Cox Exponential

## Investors

- Aglaé Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/aglae-ventures-2) — Seed
- K5 Global (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/k5-global) — Seed
- Magic Labs, Inc. — Seed
- Parable Partners Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/parable-partners-management) — Seed
- Cox Exponential (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cox-exponential) — Seed