SaaS platform empowering creators to launch customized, monetized apps and generate course content
2020
Noida (India)
Seed
APPX is a leading SaaS platform empowering social media creators, educators, and influencers to build, launch, and monetize their own branded mobile apps and websites. The company’s core industry focus is the creator economy, serving markets across India, South Asia, and globally. APPX’s unique value proposition lies in enabling non-technical users to directly engage and monetize their audiences through customizable digital storefronts, courses, memberships, and premium content—bypassing traditional third-party platforms.
Creator App & Website Builder: No-code platform for launching personalized mobile apps and websites.
Monetization Tools: Sell online courses, e-books, mock tests, memberships, and premium content.
Live Sessions & Webinars: Integrated streaming and interactive features for real-time engagement.
Analytics Dashboard: Audience insights, sales tracking, and marketing tools for creators.
Ongoing Support: End-to-end maintenance, updates, and technical assistance post-launch
SaaS Subscriptions: Monthly/annual fees for access to the app-building and management platform (primary revenue driver).
Transaction Fees: Percentage commission on sales of courses, memberships, and premium content.
Custom Development: Fees for advanced customization or white-label solutions.
Geographic Contribution: India and South Asia account for the majority of revenue, with international expansion growing post-acquisition.
B2B/B2C Hybrid: Focus on individual creators, educators, and influencers (80%); some enterprise and educational institutions (20%).
Top Clients: Leading Indian YouTubers and educators, such as Ashu Ghai (Science & Fun, 6M+ subscribers), Ankit Bhati (Rojgar with Ankit, 12M+ subscribers) and Chandan Kumar (Chandan Logics, 800K+ subscribers).
Y Combinator: Accelerator backing (Summer 2021), providing global exposure and mentorship.
Fullcast Holding: Strategic acquisition partner, supporting global scale-up.
Payment Integrators: Seamless payment and payout solutions for creators.
Global Expansion: Leverage Fullcast Holding’s network to enter new international markets.
Product Innovation: Enhance AI-driven analytics, interactive learning tools, and community features.
M&A Pipeline: Explore acquisitions in adjacent creator economy tech (e.g., website builders, live streaming).
Regulatory Changes: Evolving digital payments and data privacy regulations.
Platform Competition: Rising competition from global SaaS and creator monetization platforms.
$1.3 Million
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$1.3 Million, Seed
as of January 18, 2022
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Y Combinator
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Kosmc AI
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Date | Round Name | Amount | Valuation | Revenue | Revenue Multiple | Investors |
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January 18, 2022 | Seed | $1.3 Million | - | - | - | Y Combinator, Global Founders Capital, Rocket Internet, Soma Capital, Shrug Capital, TDV Partners |