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Tenor

Founded 2014 · 4 known investors

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Tenor operates a GIF search engine and GIF Keyboard app that lets users find and share animated GIFs and reaction images across messaging and social platforms. It also offers a GIF API and content partnership program for developers and content owners.

Founders & leadership

Tenor was founded in 2014 by David McIntosh.

DMDavid McIntosh
David McIntoshCEO and Founder2014–2018Cofounder and CEO at Riffsy30 Under 30 2016

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Funding

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Founder mafia

2 people who came through Tenor went on to found or lead other companies.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Tenor do?
Tenor operates a GIF search engine and GIF Keyboard app that lets users find and share animated GIFs and reaction images across messaging and social platforms. It also offers a GIF API and content partnership program for developers and content owners.
Who founded Tenor?
Tenor was founded by David McIntosh in 2014.
Who are Tenor's investors?
Tenor's investors include Initial Capital, Kyber Knight Capital, Menlo Ventures, Redpoint Ventures.