MessageMe

InternetSeries ASan Francisco, USmessageme.com

Latest round

Series A

Last raised

May 2013

Total raised

$12M

Investors

8

About MessageMe

MessageMe is a mobile messaging application that enhances online communication through expressive features, allowing users to share messages and multimedia content efficiently.MessageMe is a mobile messaging platform that enables users to communicate through text and multimedia. It was founded in San Francisco, US, and launched in 2012. The company was acquired by Yahoo Inc. in October 2014 for approximately USD 30 mn, marking a strategic pivot towards integrating enhanced messaging technology within Yahoo's digital ecosystem. The founder's specific history or other ventures are not disclosed.MessageMe developed a mobile messaging application designed to enhance online communication through expressiveness and fun. The app's core functionality allowed users to send text messages, images, and multimedia content, facilitating dynamic interactions among friends and family. Launched in 2012, MessageMe aimed to address the growing demand for engaging and visually rich messaging experiences, particularly among younger demographics. The application garnered a user base primarily situated in North America, particularly focused on urban centers where social connectivity is paramount.MessageMe's revenue structure primarily relied on user engagement and potential partnerships with other digital platforms, particularly with Yahoo following their acquisition. The transaction model included direct-to-consumer interactions, allowing users to access the app at no cost, which promoted widespread adoption. Specific pricing plans for services were not disclosed, but the company evaluated monetization strategies, potentially including in-app purchases or premium features. Post-acquisition, the focus shifted towards leveraging MessageMe's technology to enhance Yahoo’s communication offerings, indicating a strategic alignment aimed at increasing user retention within Yahoo's ecosystem.Following its acquisition by Yahoo in October 2014, MessageMe's growth strategy is likely centered around further developing messaging features to enhance Yahoo's communication services. Specific plans for new products or market expansion have not been detailed, but the integration into Yahoo's ecosystem suggests a focus on enhancing user engagement within the existing user base.

Who invested in MessageMe

8 investors across 3 rounds

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Funding rounds

  1. Series A

    May 16, 2013

    Amount

    $10M

    Investors

    Locked

  2. Seed

    Mar 19, 2013

    Amount

    $1.9M

    Investors

    Locked

  3. Seed

    Jul 1, 2012

    Amount

    Undisclosed

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about MessageMe

Who invested in MessageMe?

MessageMe has 8 investors on record across 3 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.

How much funding has MessageMe raised?

MessageMe has raised 3 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.

When did MessageMe last raise money?

MessageMe's most recent round on record is a Series A, in May 2013.

What does MessageMe do?

MessageMe is a mobile messaging application that enhances online communication through expressive features, allowing users to share messages and multimedia content efficiently.

Where is MessageMe headquartered?

MessageMe is headquartered in San Francisco, US.

Which VCs invest in companies like MessageMe?

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