Padlet
YC W13San Francisco, US · Founded 2012 · 65 employees · Hiring · 6 known investors
Padlet creates web-based tools like timelines and maps that serve as alternatives to traditional documents and presentations for sharing information. The platform is used by over ten million people worldwide, including students creating content online.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W13)
Padlet was founded in 2012 by Nitesh Goel.
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Nitesh GoelinFounder/CEO
Investors · 6
Competitors · 3
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- What does Padlet do?
- Padlet creates web-based tools like timelines and maps that serve as alternatives to traditional documents and presentations for sharing information. The platform is used by over ten million people worldwide, including students creating content online.
- Who founded Padlet?
- Padlet was founded by Nitesh Goel in 2012.
- Who are Padlet's investors?
- Padlet's investors include FundersClub, Imagine K12, Y Combinator, Bloomberg Beta, Maverick Ventures, Monk's Hill Ventures.
- Where is Padlet headquartered?
- Padlet is headquartered in San Francisco, US.





