Paper
4 known investors
Paper is a design platform with a canvas built on web standards (HTML/CSS) that connects designers' visual work with codebases, AI agents, apps, and data via MCP, syncing design tokens, styles, and components between code and canvas. It targets design and product teams working alongside AI coding agents.
Founders & leadership
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Stephen HaneyinFounderFounder of Paper, a design platform whose web-standards canvas links designers' visual work to codebases, AI agents, apps, and data via MCP. He previously co-founded Modulz and Radix UI, which was acquired by WorkOS.
Investors · 4
Accel✓ verifiedPalo Alto · $1.6M – $70M
ICONIQ✓ verifiedSan Francisco
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Designer FundSan Francisco · $100K – $1M
Also in the syndicate · 1
Basecase
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$34M disclosed across 1 round · 2026
- $34MSeries AJul 2026 · 5 sources
Accel (lead), ICONIQ (lead), Basecase, Designer Fund
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Competitors · 3
by search overlap
Canva82 shared keywordsDesign platform; Blackbird invested when it was just an idea and in every round since.
Figma77 shared keywordsFigma is a collaborative design platform that enables teams to create apps, websites, and products through shared design tools integrated with development workflows and AI-powered design assistance.
Behance46 shared keywordsBehance is a portfolio and community platform for creative professionals to showcase their work, discover clients, and grow their careers. The platform connects creators with potential business opportunities and clients globally.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Paper do?
- Paper is a design platform with a canvas built on web standards (HTML/CSS) that connects designers' visual work with codebases, AI agents, apps, and data via MCP, syncing design tokens, styles, and components between code and canvas. It targets design and product teams working alongside AI coding agents.
- Who founded Paper?
- Paper was founded by Stephen Haney.
- Who are Paper's investors?
- Paper's investors include Accel, ICONIQ, Designer Fund.
- How much funding has Paper raised?
- Paper has disclosed $34M raised across 1 round.