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Linknyc
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Linknyc

Linknyc

Operating

NYC-based ISP, LinkNYC, provides free Wi-Fi, calls, device charging, and city service tablets.

Founded
2014
Location
New York City, NY, US
Overview
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Employees
Website

LinkNYC, founded through a collaboration between the City of New York and CityBridge, aims to transform urban communication by replacing pay phones with state-of-the-art kiosks. The core mission is to provide free, high-speed public Wi-Fi, phone calls, device charging, and access to city services via integrated tablets. These services are available across all five boroughs, making digital connectivity accessible to everyone in New York City.

Notable affiliates include the City of New York and CityBridge, a consortium of technology and media experts. Key achievements include the widespread deployment of their kiosks, significantly enhancing public access to digital services. The overall impact has been substantial, bridging the digital divide and modernizing urban infrastructure to support a connected community.

Linknyc - Quick Facts

When was Linknyc founded?

Linknyc was founded in 2014.

Where is Linknyc's headquarters located?

Linknyc's headquarters is located in New York City, NY, US.

When was Linknyc's last funding round?

Linknyc's most recent funding round was for $200M (USD) in August 2021.

How much has Linknyc raised to-date?

As of Aug 10, 2021, Linknyc has raised a total of $200M (USD).

How many employees does Linknyc have?

Linknyc has 30 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Linknyc - Classification

Ownership
  • Government
Technology
  • Wifi
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Usage-based
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Internet Wifi
Tags
  • Telecom
NAICS
  • 510000Information
  • 517000Telecommunications
  • 517100Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite)
  • 517110Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
  • 517112Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives
Show 6 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 4800Communications
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software