# Pixsy

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Berlin, Germany
- Website: www.pixsy.com
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 1, 2015)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Pixsy, Inc. specializes in image monitoring and copyright enforcement, providing essential services to protect the intellectual property rights of photographers and visual creatives globally.Founded in 2014 in Berlin, Germany, Pixsy, Inc. focuses on protecting the rights of visual creatives by offering image tracking services. The company was co-founded by Daniel Foster and Torsten Rüter. Its CEO, Kain Jones, leads operations aimed at enhancing copyright enforcement for visual creators. In 2015, Pixsy raised seed funding from STS Ventures to support its growth initiatives. The company has secured one significant deal to date, with its most recent funding round occurring on June 1, 2015.Pixsy offers a comprehensive suite of image monitoring and copyright enforcement services designed to protect the intellectual property of photographers and visual creatives. Their core product enables users to track the online usage of their images through advanced image scanning technology, detecting unauthorized use across the internet. By utilizing a combination of AI and manual review, Pixsy provides users with management tools to take action against these infringements, including sending takedown notices and filing claims for compensation. The platform serves a diverse clientele, encompassing over 200,000 photographers, designers, and media companies from more than 120 countries, facilitating control over how their work is used. The primary markets for Pixsy's services include the United States, Europe, and various regions in Asia, where copyright infringement issues are prevalent.Pixsy generates revenue through a subscription-based model, offering monitoring services where users can initially monitor up to 500 images for free. For those requiring additional coverage, Pixsy provides tiered pricing plans that allow clients to monitor more images for a monthly fee. Revenue is also derived from the resolution of copyright infringement cases, with the company charging a fee only when compensation is successfully recovered—typically retaining 50% of the amount collected. This transaction structure underscores Pixsy's commitment to aligning their financial incentives with the success of their clients, focusing on B2B interactions primarily with photographers and creative agencies. The company's portfolio includes not only its flagship image monitoring service but also various legal support services aimed at ensuring the protection and enforcement of copyright.In the near future, Pixsy plans to launch new products aimed at enhancing user experience and extending its service offerings. The company is also looking to expand its operations into new markets, particularly targeting regions in Asia and South America by the end of 2023. The seed funding raised in June 2015 will support these growth initiatives, specifically in product development and market entry strategies.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 1, 2015 — STS Ventures

## Investors

- STS Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sts-ventures) — Seed