# Pusher

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: London, UK
- Website: www.pusher.com
- Total disclosed funding: $9.1M
- Latest round: Series A (Mar 16, 2018)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Pusher Limited provides innovative real-time communication solutions through hosted APIs, enabling developers to seamlessly integrate functionalities like push notifications and messaging into their applications, enhancing user interaction and experience.Founded in 2010 in London, UK, Pusher Limited specializes in real-time communication solutions via hosted APIs. The company was acquired by MessageBird B.V. in December 2020 for USD 35 million, transitioning its operational strategy to leverage the broader platform's capabilities. Fabian Vilers, the founder, has a history in tech entrepreneurship, although further details on previous ventures are not specified. The company has completed a total of 5 deals, with the most recent funding round being an Add-on Trade Sale, bringing the total amount raised to USD 5.75 mn.Pusher specializes in delivering scalable real-time communication solutions through its core offerings, including bi-directional hosted APIs that enable developers to easily implement features like push notifications and real-time messaging. Its services are utilized by various clients across industries such as technology and media, with notable users including GoGuardian and ServiceTitan. Pusher primarily operates in North America and Europe, focusing on empowering developers to create robust real-time features that enhance user experiences in both mobile and web applications.In the most recent financial year of 2023, Pusher reported a revenue of USD 28.93 mn and an EBITDA of USD 10.85 mn. The company employs a subscription-based pricing model, providing tiered plans that scale according to usage and client needs, thereby maintaining a stable revenue stream across its diverse client base.Looking ahead, Pusher plans to design and launch new products to enhance its service offerings, although specific details on product launch dates have not been disclosed. The company is also targeting expansion into additional geographic markets, particularly in regions across Asia and South America, aiming for completion by 2024. The recent funding from MessageBird B.V. will assist in supporting these initiatives, enabling Pusher to bolster its technological capabilities and broaden its market reach.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Mar 16, 2018, $8M — Balderton Capital, Heavybit
- Seed, Apr 11, 2011, $1.1M — Passion Capital, MI Ventures, Boox
- Seed, Jun 1, 2010 — RightVenturse

## Investors

- RightVenturse (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rightventurse) — Seed
- Passion Capital — Seed
- MI Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mi-ventures) — Seed
- Boox — Seed
- Balderton Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/balderton-capital) — Series A
- Heavybit (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/heavybit) — Series A