Profound
Agent50Agent Readiness: 50/100. Top 25%. Measured by StartupHub.ai. Median 41.Trust54Data Trust: 54/100. Below median. Measured by StartupHub.ai. Median 61.AI-powered search visibility platform for businesses to understand and improve their online presence.
About
Profound is an AI-powered platform designed to help businesses understand and improve their search visibility. It provides insights into how users find products and services online, enabling companies to optimize their digital strategies for better customer acquisition and engagement.
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AI marketing platform for discoverability in search and AI.
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Key facts
- Website
- profound.ai
- Headquarters
- New York, United States
- Total funding
- $315M (Series D)
- Business model
- B2B
Funding rounds
| Date | Round | Amount | Post-money | Lead investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sept 2026 | Series D | $180M | $1.8B | Sequoia Capital, Kleiner Perkins |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Series C | $96M | $1.0B | |
| 12 Aug 2025 | Series B | $35M | Sequoia Capital | |
| 1 May 2023 | Undisclosed round | $4M |
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Frequently asked
Is Profound trustworthy and reputable?
StartupHub's Data Trust & Reputation score for Profound is 54 out of 100, a use-caution rating, based on site security posture, privacy practices, malware and phishing checks, and public reputation signals.
How much funding has Profound raised?
Profound has raised a total of $315M in funding. The most recent round on record is Series D.
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