Tenor

SoftwareSeries BSan Francisco, UStenor.com

Latest round

Series B

Last raised

Sep 2017

Total raised

$31M

Investors

7

About Tenor

Tenor, founded in 2014 in San Francisco, US, specializes in GIF sharing technology. The company was acquired by Google Inc. in March 2018 for undisclosed financial terms. Frank Nawabi, the founder, has a history of entrepreneurship in the tech space.Tenor GIF Keyboard specializes in providing a digital platform that enhances communication through the use of GIFs, stickers, and emojis. Their core product, the Tenor GIF Keyboard, allows users to search and share animated GIFs directly within messaging applications, thereby adding a layer of personality and emotional expression to online conversations. This service addresses challenges of text-based communication, such as misinterpretation and lack of emotional nuance.The revenue model for Tenor GIF Keyboard revolves around partnerships with messaging applications, social media platforms, and content creators. These partnerships facilitate the integration of Tenor's GIF library, enabling users to access a vast collection of animated content within their preferred communication tools. This B2B transaction structure allows Tenor to generate revenue through licensing agreements and collaboration deals., Tenor is expected to leverage its resources to expand its product offerings and enter new markets. The company aims to launch new features designed to enhance user engagement and communication effectiveness. Additionally, Tenor plans to broaden its reach into emerging markets in Asia and Europe, targeting expansion by the end of 2023.

Who invested in Tenor

7 investors across 3 rounds

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Funding rounds

  1. Series B

    Sep 19, 2017

    Amount

    $17M

    Investors

    Locked

  2. Series A

    Aug 3, 2015

    Amount

    $10M

    Investors

    Locked

  3. Seed

    Nov 4, 2014

    Amount

    $3.5M

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about Tenor

Who invested in Tenor?

Tenor has 7 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 Tenor raised?

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

When did Tenor last raise money?

Tenor's most recent round on record is a Series B, in Sep 2017.

What does Tenor do?

Tenor, founded in 2014 in San Francisco, US, specializes in GIF sharing technology.

Where is Tenor headquartered?

Tenor is headquartered in San Francisco, US.

Which VCs invest in companies like Tenor?

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