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acquired by MetaYC S11

San Francisco, US · 11 employees · 8 known investors

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Parse provides cloud-based backend infrastructure and tools for developers to build applications across mobile, desktop, and embedded platforms, including data storage, push notifications, and usage analytics.

Developer ToolsEnterprise SoftwareUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S11)

KLKevin Lacker
Kevin LackerFounder
AFAlex Forman
Alex FormanFounder
TB
Tikhon BernstamFounder

Investors · 8

GV (Google Ventures)listed by GV (Google Ventures)Mountain View · $250K – $50M

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Caffeinated CapitalreportedSan Francisco · $3M – $50M

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Menlo VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $1M – $20M

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PioneerreportedToronto, Ontario

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SARAS CAPITALreportedCanterbury

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SV AngelreportedSan Francisco · $150K – $20M

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Frequently asked questions

What does Parse do?
Parse provides cloud-based backend infrastructure and tools for developers to build applications across mobile, desktop, and embedded platforms, including data storage, push notifications, and usage analytics.
Who founded Parse?
Parse was founded by Kevin Lacker.
Who are Parse's investors?
Parse's investors include DCVC (Data Collective), GV (Google Ventures), Y Combinator, Caffeinated Capital, Menlo Ventures, Pioneer, SARAS CAPITAL, SV Angel.
Who acquired Parse?
Parse was acquired by Meta.
Where is Parse headquartered?
Parse is headquartered in San Francisco, US.