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Perlego

Edtech · London, United Kingdom · Founded 2017

Perlego is an online library of academic resources - trusted by students worldwide MoreLess

Perlego is a digital platform that provides students with unlimited access to a vast online library of academic textbooks. The company operates in the education technology market, serving primarily students who are seeking more affordable alternatives to purchasing expensive textbooks. The business model is subscription-based, offering flexible monthly or annual plans. This allows students to access over a million textbooks and other learning resources whenever they need them, at a cost-effective price.

Perlego's platform also includes built-in study tools to aid students in their learning process. These tools include a personalized eReader, the ability to highlight and save notes, and a search function within books. The platform covers a wide range of topics and subtopics, allowing students to explore beyond their prescribed reading lists.

The company was founded by students who experienced firsthand the financial burden of purchasing textbooks. Their mission is to break down the barriers to education by providing a more affordable and accessible alternative. The startup has received positive feedback from its users, with many praising its extensive range of books and its potential to level the playing field for less well-off students.

Perlego generates revenue through its subscription fees. Users can start with a free trial and can cancel anytime, providing flexibility and ease of use. The company's value proposition lies in its ability to provide a cost-effective and comprehensive learning resource for students, thereby addressing a significant pain point in the education sector.

Keywords: EdTech, Online Library, Textbooks, Subscription Model, Affordable Learning, Study Tools, eReader, Student-Centric, Accessible Education, Digital Platform.

Valuation $100–500M
Revenue $10–50M
Headcount 100–500
Total funding $50–100M
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Company overview

Perlego company information

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Status
Operational
Founded
2017
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Employees
103
Open positions
2
Dealroom signal
69.3
client focusb2ctechnologyMobile appsub industryLearning Tools and Resourcesbusiness modelMarketplace & ecommercesectorTextbookssectorPublishingsectorE-BookssectorHigher EducationsectorK-12industryEducation

Valuation & funding

Perlego funding history

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
LATE VCOther financing Oct 2024 $20M $250M Mediahuis Ventures · Terry Leahy · The Raine Group · KPN Ventures
FundingOther financing Jan 2024 $0 Undisclosed
LATE VCOther financing Apr 2023 $0 KPN Ventures
SUPPORT PROGRAMOther financing Sep 2022 $0 Tech Nation
SERIES BOther financing Mar 2022 $50M $200M Johan Brand · Jamie Brooker · Evli Growth Partners · The Raine Group
SUPPORT PROGRAMOther financing Sep 2021 Tech Nation
SERIES AOther financing Nov 2019 Alex Chesterman · Accelerated Digital Ventures - ADV · Thomas Leysen · Simon Franks
EARLY VCOther financing Sep 2018 Alex Chesterman · Peter Hinssen · Accelerated Digital Ventures - ADV
SEEDOther financing Nov 2017 Alex Chesterman
SEEDOther financing Aug 2016 REDBUS GROUP LIMITED · Michael Sackler · Henosis Capital
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Financials

Revenue, earnings and profit over time

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YearRevenueGrowthEBITDAMargin
2026 $20M 0% −$16M -80.2%
2025 $20M +13% −$16M -80.2%
2024 $17M +38.5% −$16M -90.6%
2023 $13M +57.2% −$16M -125.4%
2022 $8M +247.9% −$16M -197.1%
2021 $2.3M −$7.2M -315.4%
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Growth signals

Perlego website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Perlego is 2.5M monthly website visits, down 10.7% over the last three months. Perlego's team declined 3.7% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits2.5M 3-month web change-10.7% 1-year team growth-3.7%
Monthly website visits127 observations · Jan 2016–Jul 2026
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Comparisons

Perlego compared with similar companies

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Talent graph

Perlego's talent

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Team profiled 20 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 4 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Investors

18 investors on Perlego's cap table

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Seed 4 investors entered at this stage
REDBUS GROUP LIMITED
Michael Sackler
Henosis Capital
Alex Chesterman
Series A 11 investors entered at this stage
Accelerated Digital Ventures - ADV
Peter Hinssen
Thomas Leysen
Simon Franks
Charlie Songhurst
Dedicated Venture Capital
Mediahuis Ventures
Johan Brand
Jamie Brooker
Evli Growth Partners
The Raine Group
Series B+ 2 investors entered at this stage
KPN Ventures
Terry Leahy
Other known 1 additional known investor
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Global footprint

Where Perlego has talent and traffic

Workforce by country
8 countries with
team presence
🇬🇧 United Kingdom87.8%
🇨🇦 Canada2.4%
🇺🇸 United States2.4%
🇳🇱 Netherlands2.4%
🇬🇷 Greece1.2%
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In the news

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Market sentiment

What the market is saying about Perlego

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