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Upside
Develops a retail technology that enables users to earn cashback and businesses to earn profit
About Upside
Upside is a dynamic startup that operates in the retail and consumer goods market, offering a unique cash-back app designed to make everyday purchases more rewarding for consumers. The company serves a wide range of clients, including individuals who frequently shop for gas, groceries, and food. By using the Upside app, users can claim cash-back offers at nearby locations, shop as usual, and earn money back on their purchases. This model not only benefits consumers by increasing their purchasing power but also helps retailers boost their profits without altering their existing operations.
Upside's business model is centered around a win-win approach: consumers get cash back on necessary purchases, while retailers see increased sales and customer loyalty. The company makes money through partnerships with retailers and brands, who pay Upside a commission for driving traffic and sales to their stores. This commission is then shared with the app users in the form of cash-back rewards.
The company is committed to data protection, ensuring users feel confident about their privacy and security when using the app. Additionally, Upside is dedicated to environmental sustainability, investing in projects that offset carbon emissions generated by fuel purchases made through the app.
Upside's mission is to create a new economic model that levels the playing field in brick-and-mortar commerce, empowering both consumers and retailers. The company prides itself on its values-driven approach, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities it serves.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Founded
- 2016
- Headquarters
- Washington DC, United States
- Sector
- Fintech
- Power Law
- Unicorn$1–10B valuation tier
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Series A3 investors entered at this stage
DCVC
Builders VC
Bienville Capital
Series B and later2 investors entered at this stage
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