# Zyper

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

- Industry: Marketing/Advertising
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.zyper.com
- Total disclosed funding: $9.8M
- Latest round: Series A (Jun 6, 2019)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Zyper Limited is a community engagement platform that enables brands to connect with their audiences, fostering loyalty and enhancing brand affinity through shared interests.Zyper Limited, founded in 2017, operates from its headquarters in New York, US, providing community-building tools for brands. In January 2021, the company was acquired by Discord, Inc. from investors including Talis Capital and Y Combinator. The founder's prior ventures are not detailed, and there have been no known pivots or changes in business strategy.Zyper focuses on fostering community engagement through its platform designed for brands and their audiences. The core offering is a community-building tool that allows brands to connect with customers around shared interests, enhancing user loyalty and brand affinity. The platform is tailored for geographical markets, particularly in North America and Europe, accommodating both small businesses and large enterprises in their efforts to strengthen customer relationships.Zyper generates revenue primarily through a subscription-based model, where brands pay for access to their community-building platform. Clients, ranging from startups to established corporations, engage in structured transactions with tiered pricing based on service levels. This direct-to-consumer approach allows brands to implement personalized engagement strategies through Zyper's technology, although specific pricing details are not disclosed.Following its acquisition by Discord, Inc. in January 2021, Zyper plans to leverage its resources for future growth. The company is focused on expanding its offerings and exploring new markets, although specific products or release dates have not been detailed. Recent funding will support these initiatives, enhancing its community engagement capabilities.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jun 6, 2019, $6.5M — Forerunner Ventures, Y Combinator, Talis Capital
- Seed, Jan 4, 2018, $0.1M — Y Combinator
- Seed, Sep 2, 2017, $3.2M — Forerunner Ventures, Samos Investments

## Investors

- Forerunner Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/forerunner-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Samos Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/samos-investments) — Seed
- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Seed, Series A
- Talis Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/talis-capital) — Series A