Ad Hoc Labs

Ad Hoc Labs

Privacy-centric mobile call blocking and screening

Overview

Ad Ad Hoc Labs builds privacy-focused mobile software, with Firewall as its flagship product. Firewall blocks 100% of robocalls, screens unknown callers, and only connects calls users want to receive. It operates on a subscription model, delivering premium features and ongoing updates to privacy-conscious mobile users. The company distinguishes itself by not selling user data and prioritizing data protection, placing user privacy at the center of its offering. The goal is to give individuals control over their call flow and protect their privacy while providing a reliable, ring-free experience.

About Ad Hoc Labs

Simplify's Rating
Why Ad Hoc Labs is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consumer Software

Cybersecurity

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$90K

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2012

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Burner pricing on August 23, 2026 offers annual discounts and a three-day trial.
  • Apple's August 5, 2026 developer page still lists Firewall and Burner.
  • Ad Hoc Labs' August 17, 2026 press page shows enduring brand recognition.

What critics are saying

  • Ad Hoc Labs raised only about $3 million; Truecaller dwarfs its war chest.
  • BBB logged six complaints in three years, signaling persistent customer-service friction.
  • Apple, Google, Verizon, and T-Mobile can commoditize call screening by 2027.

What makes Ad Hoc Labs unique

  • Burner and Firewall sell privacy-first phone identities, not ad-supported caller data.
  • Burner's 2026 plans add VPN, AI voicemail transcription, and reverse lookup.
  • Ad Hoc Labs sells directly through web, App Store, and Google Play.

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Funding

Total Funding

$90k

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

3 Rounds

Seed funding is usually the first official round after pre-seed, when a startup has a prototype or concept. It’s typically used to develop the product, test the market, and start building the team. Investors here are often angel investors or early-stage venture capitalists.
Seed Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

$3.3M
$30k
Ad Hoc Labs
$1.5M
Slack
$2M
Netflix
$2.3M
Instacart
$3M
Robinhood

Benefits

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Remote Work Options

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