Hellosaurus
AcquiredYC S20San Francisco, US · Founded 2020 · 25 employees · 2 known investors
Hellosaurus provides software and a distribution platform that enables children's content creators to produce interactive video shows where kids participate actively rather than passively watch. The platform connects creators with families and is designed to support cognitive and social development through play-based engagement.
ConsumerMedia & EntertainmentEducationEntertainmentKidsUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S20)
Hellosaurus was founded in 2020 by James Ruben.
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James Rubenin𝕏Founder, CEO (acquired by Brilliant.org; YC S20)2019–2024James Ruben directed product development at HQ Trivia and previously worked as a Product Manager at Google. He holds a degree from Harvard and founded Hellosaurus, an interactive media platform for children.
Investors · 2
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Hellosaurus do?
- Hellosaurus provides software and a distribution platform that enables children's content creators to produce interactive video shows where kids participate actively rather than passively watch. The platform connects creators with families and is designed to support cognitive and social development through play-based engagement.
- Who founded Hellosaurus?
- Hellosaurus was founded by James Ruben in 2020.
- Who are Hellosaurus's investors?
- Hellosaurus's investors include Y Combinator, General Catalyst.
- Where is Hellosaurus headquartered?
- Hellosaurus is headquartered in San Francisco, US.


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