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Forem
Open source tools for hosting thriving, focused, and adaptable online communities
About Forem
Forem operates in the digital community-building market, providing open source tools designed to help users create and manage their own online communities. The platform serves a diverse range of clients, including individual creators, small businesses, and larger organizations looking to foster engagement and interaction among their members. Forem's business model revolves around offering a starter pack of tools that enable users to greet new members, rally around common interests, and publish content, all while maintaining active, healthy, and enjoyable discussions. The company generates revenue through premium features and optional enhancements that users can switch on to customize their community space further. By focusing on transparency, accessibility, and security, Forem aims to provide a more authentic and controlled online experience compared to traditional social media platforms.
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEEDEquity / VC | May 2020 | $0 | — | Bossa Invest | — |
| SERIES A✓Equity / VC | Nov 2019 | $12M | $46M | Mayfield | — |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Forem is 48K monthly website visits, down 51.5% over the last three months. Forem's team grew 1.9% over the past year.
Investments and acquisitions
Recent portfolio relationships for companies that also act as investors or acquirers.
Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed2 investors entered at this stage
Everywhere Ventures
Bossa Invest
Series A1 investor entered at this stage
Other known investors2 additional known investors
- JJJoseph Jacks
Peter Wang
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
Global footprint
Market sentiment
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