# Texture

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Seoul, South Korea
- Website: www.texture.kr
- Latest round: Seed (Apr 27, 2022)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Based in Seoul, South Korea, Texture is a social reading platform that enhances the reading experience through curated book quotes and user engagement.Founded in 2022 in Seoul, South Korea, Texture provides a platform for social reading. The company was launched by Francesco Antoniol, who has a background in fostering digital communities. Texture raised Seed funding from Smart Study Ventures on April 27, 2022, to support its business expansion.Texture is a social reading platform that facilitates easy and engaging reading experiences through the curation and sharing of memorable book quotes. Its core offerings revolve around enabling users to discover new books, record favorite passages, and explore their personal reading preferences. The platform targets avid readers and literary enthusiasts, serving as a bridge between users and a rich library of literary quotes. Texture emphasizes community engagement, allowing users to connect over shared literary interests. Although primarily based in South Korea, the platform aims to reach readers globally, catering to diverse literary tastes and expanding its user base by promoting connections through literature.Texture operates on a subscription-based revenue model, allowing users to access its services for a recurring fee. Transactions typically occur directly between the company and its users, facilitating smooth engagement with the platform's offerings. Specific pricing details for subscription plans are not disclosed, but the company’s financial strategy focuses on building a loyal customer base that values the unique features provided by the platform. This model enhances user retention and positions Texture effectively within the competitive landscape of digital reading solutions.In April 2022, Texture raised Seed funding from Smart Study Ventures, the financial terms of which were not disclosed. The company plans to use this funding to expand its operations and reach new markets. Future initiatives will include the development of new features to enhance user interaction and plans to target international markets, broadening its appeal to a global audience.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Apr 27, 2022 — Smart Study Ventures

## Investors

- Smart Study Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/smart-study-ventures) — Seed