Fanbase

Be You. Without Limits.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom · Founded 2024 · $13.5M raised

Headquarters
Edinburgh
Employees
1–10
Founded
2024
Business Model
B2C
Total Funding
$13.5M
Last Round
$10.0M Equity CrowdfundingFeb 2024
Rounds
3

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About

Fanbase is an Atlanta-based social media platform founded in 2018 by Isaac Hayes III. The platform enables content creators to monetize their work from day one through multiple revenue streams including subscriptions, short and long-form video, audio conversations, stories, and exclusive content — without shadowbanning or algorithmic suppression. With over 1.4 million users, Fanbase distinguishes itself as Black-founded and creator-first, positioning as a TikTok and Instagram alternative focused on equitable ownership in the creator economy. The company has raised over $21M through equity crowdfunding via StartEngine across six funding rounds, and averages 358 creators paid monthly with average monthly payouts of $7.3K.

Summary

Fanbase is a Telecommunications company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, founded in 2024. It has raised $13.5M in total across 3 rounds, most recently a $10.0M Equity Crowdfunding round in Feb 2024. Investors include Founders First.

Tech & App Stack

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Funding History

Equity CrowdfundingCrowdfundingFeb 2024
$10.0M

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Funding: Equity Crowdfunding. Amounts, valuations, and investors where available.

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