Tumblr is a microblogging platform that allows users to share short-form content including text, photos, quotes, links, audio, and video. The platform became popular for its creative community, visual-focused content, and unique reblogging feature. Yahoo acquired Tumblr in 2013 for $1.1 billion, but the platform struggled with monetization and policy changes. Verizon later sold Tumblr to Automattic (WordPress) in 2019 for a significantly lower undisclosed amount. The platform maintains a dedicated user base focused on creative expression and niche communities.
Tumblr has received investment from 5 venture capital firms.
Microblogging platform that combines blogging with social networking, allowing users to share multimedia content.
Tumblr has received investment from Betaworks, Spark Capital, Spark Capital Growth, USV (Union Square Ventures), Union Square Ventures. These venture capital firms and investors provide both capital and strategic support.
Tumblr has raised $125M in total funding, with their most recent round being a Series A. The company operates in the Media sector.
Tumblr was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
Tumblr operates in the Media sector. Microblogging platform that combines blogging with social networking, allowing users to share multimedia content.
