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Self
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJul 3, 2026
Self

Self

Series E

Self Financial: A fintech startup providing tools for credit building and savings, including a unique credit card and account.

HQ
Austin, TX, US
Founded
2015
Accelerator
Techstars logoTechstars: Austin2015
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Self Financial, founded with the mission to help individuals build credit and save money, is a venture-backed fintech startup. The company focuses on providing financial tools for those new to credit or lacking access to traditional financial products. Self offers a Credit Builder Account that enables users to build credit and savings simultaneously, and the Self Visa Credit Card, which helps consumers establish a credit history without relying on prior credit scores.

Notable investors in Self Financial include prominent venture capital firms that support innovative fintech solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as helping thousands of users improve their credit scores and gain financial stability. Self's impact is evident in its growing user base and positive customer testimonials, reflecting its success in democratizing access to financial tools and fostering responsible credit use.

Self - Products & Services

  • Credit Builder Loans logo

    Credit Builder Loans

    Self credit builder product offering loans and secured cards.

    Competing Products

    Intuit logo

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Mine logo

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Self - Quick Facts

Who are Self's competitors?

Companies similar to Self include Intuit, TomoCredit, Upward Financial and Nyble.

When was Self founded?

Self was founded in 2015.

Where is Self's headquarters located?

Self's headquarters is located in Austin, TX, US.

When was Self's last funding round?

Self's most recent funding round was for $50M (USD) in September 2021.

How much has Self raised to-date?

As of Sep 16, 2021, Self has raised a total of $127.7M (USD).

How many employees does Self have?

Self has 375 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Self - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • FinTech
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
Customer
  • Consumers
Tags
  • Fintech
NAICS
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
  • 522000Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
  • 522300Activities Related to Credit Intermediation
  • 522320Financial Transactions Processing, Reserve, and Clearinghouse Activities
SIC
  • 8700Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management, And Related Services
  • 8740Management And Public Relations Services
  • 8742Management Consulting Services
Show 4 more industry codes
SIC
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 6200Security And Commodity Brokers, Dealers, Exchanges, And Services
  • 6280Services Allied With The Exchange Of Securities Or Commodities
  • 6282Investment Advice