# SafeGraph

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.safegraph.com
- Total disclosed funding: $61M
- Latest round: Series B (Mar 16, 2021)
- Investors on record: 9

## About

SafeGraph, Inc. provides a comprehensive database of global points of interest (POI), enabling organizations to enhance their geospatial analytics and operational strategies through precise location data.Founded in 2016, SafeGraph, Inc. operates out of San Francisco, US, focusing on delivering location data services. The company's CEO, Auren Hoffman, has a history of entrepreneurial ventures. SafeGraph has undergone strategic pivots to enhance its service offerings. It has raised USD 45.00 mn in Series B funding led by Sapphire Ventures, with participation from Ridge Ventures and DNX Ventures. This latest funding round, concluded on March 16, 2021, brought the total amount raised to USD 45.00 mn, with a current company valuation of USD 382.14 mn.SafeGraph specializes in providing a comprehensive database of global points of interest (POI), which supports various geospatial analytics and applications. Their core offerings include millions of meticulously curated POIs, complete with detailed attributes such as brand affiliation and operational hours. The data is machine-generated but human-verified, featuring geometric place polygons enriched with metadata. SafeGraph's products are aimed at organizations needing precise location data for analytics, marketing, and operational purposes, serving sectors like retail, real estate, and technology, with significant presence in the US and expanding internationally.SafeGraph generates revenue through a structured B2B model, primarily offering subscription-based access to its POI data. The data is integrated into clients' platforms, accessible via channels like AWS Marketplace and Snowflake, facilitating streamlined analytics. Customers utilize this data for market research and location-based services, fostering long-term partnerships that ensure access to updated and accurate POI information. Specific pricing plans are tailored for scalability and flexibility in business operations.In March 2021, SafeGraph, Inc. successfully raised USD 45.00 mn in Series B funding, led by Sapphire Ventures. The funding aims to enhance SafeGraph's capabilities in targeting the growing international market of data buyers. As part of its future growth strategy, the company plans to introduce new products designed for diverse analytics needs while expanding its market reach into international territories. The investment will facilitate new avenues for companies to purchase data through SafeGraph’s expanding network.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Mar 16, 2021, $45M — Sapphire Ventures, Ridge Ventures, DNX Ventures
- Series A, Apr 19, 2017, $16M — Founders Fund, Ridge Ventures, Corazon Capital, Clocktower Technology Ventures, Tech Square Labs, JAWS
- Seed, Jan 18, 2017 — FJ Labs

## Investors

- FJ Labs (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fj-labs) — Seed
- Founders Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/founders-fund) — Series A
- Ridge Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ridge-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Corazon Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/corazon-capital) — Series A
- Clocktower Technology Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/clocktower-technology-ventures) — Series A
- Tech Square Labs (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tech-square-labs) — Series A
- JAWS — Series A
- Sapphire Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sapphire-ventures) — Series B
- DNX Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dnx-ventures) — Series B