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PromptFoo

San Francisco, US · Founded 2024 · Delaware corporation · 4 employees on LinkedIn · 2 known investors

Promptfoo develops security and testing tools for generative AI applications, serving engineering teams building AI products at scale.

Founders & leadership

PromptFoo was founded in 2024 by Michael D'Angelo, Ian W Webster, and Ian W..

MDMichael D'Angelo
Michael D'AngeloinCofounder & CEO2024–2026
IW
Ian W WebsterCo-founder
IWIan W.
Ian W.inCofounder & CEO2024–2026

Investors · 2

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$22.7M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2024–2025

$17.5MraisedJul 2025 · 3 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael D'AngeloDirector
  • Ian W WebsterExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Ganesh BellDirector
Offering amount
$18.4M
Amount sold
$17.5M
First sale
Jul 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$5.2MraisedAug 2024 · 7 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael D'AngeloDirector
  • Ian W WebsterExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$5.3M
Amount sold
$5.2M
First sale
Jun 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2024
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Founder mafia

3 people who came through PromptFoo went on to found or lead other companies.

Competitors · 10

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Frequently asked questions

What does PromptFoo do?
Promptfoo develops security and testing tools for generative AI applications, serving engineering teams building AI products at scale.
Who founded PromptFoo?
PromptFoo was founded by Michael D'Angelo, Ian W Webster, Ian W. in 2024.
Who are PromptFoo's investors?
PromptFoo's investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Insight Partners.
How much funding has PromptFoo raised?
PromptFoo has disclosed $22.7M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is PromptFoo headquartered?
PromptFoo is headquartered in San Francisco, US.