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BarSense

DefunctYC W12

San Francisco, US · 2 known investors

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Kytephone is a parental control mobile app that lets parents manage a child's phone through a Parent Dashboard, including selecting age-appropriate apps, setting screen time limits, blocking calls and SMS, and GPS location tracking. It offers a locked "Kid Mode" interface and a "Parent Mode" for configuration.

Also known as Scanly Inc. · Kyte

ConsumerSaaSKidsUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W12)

MDMartin Drashkov
Martin DrashkovFounder2013–2014Martin Drashkov has over 20 years of experience in engineering and startup leadership, with background in fintech, machine learning, computer vision, and mobile development, including founding YC-backed startups and designing credit systems at scale.
RGRenat Gataullin
Renat GataullinFounderformer
BVBoris Vaisman
Boris VaismanFounder2012–2012

Investors · 2

Tencent HoldingsreportedShenzhen

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corporate structure
Scanly Inc.

Frequently asked questions

What does BarSense do?
Kytephone is a parental control mobile app that lets parents manage a child's phone through a Parent Dashboard, including selecting age-appropriate apps, setting screen time limits, blocking calls and SMS, and GPS location tracking. It offers a locked "Kid Mode" interface and a "Parent Mode" for configuration.
Who founded BarSense?
BarSense was founded by Martin Drashkov, Renat Gataullin, Boris Vaisman.
Who are BarSense's investors?
BarSense's investors include Y Combinator, Tencent Holdings.
Where is BarSense headquartered?
BarSense is headquartered in San Francisco, US.