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Barkback

Private customer feedback platform for businesses

Overview

BarkBack provides a private channel for customers to give direct feedback, suggestions, and critiques to businesses, serving as an alternative to public review sites. Consumers sign up for free accounts and can earn coupons or offers for completing surveys or reviews, while businesses use a freemium platform to create customized surveys and be notified when issues are resolved. This setup keeps feedback private rather than posted publicly, helping businesses manage reputation and respond directly to concerns. The goal is to help businesses proactively address customer concerns, improve service, and build loyalty through actionable feedback.

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About Barkback

Simplify's Rating
Why Barkback is rated
D+
Rated D+ on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Data & AnalyticsConsumer SoftwareEnterprise Software

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$2.9M

Headquarters

Santa Barbara, CA

Founded

2011

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What believers are saying

  • SmartRecruiters listed six BarkBack jobs in November 2026, showing active hiring.
  • LinkedIn still lists BarkBack's Santa Barbara headquarters in October 2026.
  • Black Enterprise covered Poop-Alert on May 20, 2026, expanding awareness beyond feedback software.

What critics are saying

  • Raja Jindal's LinkedIn shows Twism leadership since April 2019, signaling divided attention.
  • LeadIQ estimates under $1M revenue and one employee in September 2026.
  • Yelp and Google Reviews own consumer discovery, making BarkBack's niche economically fragile.

What makes Barkback unique

  • BarkBack pairs private feedback with business resolution workflows, unlike Yelp's public posting.
  • Its May 2026 Poop-Alert launch extends the platform into physical, in-store engagement.
  • Raja Jindal founded BarkBack in 2011 after BioIQ, giving founder credibility.

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Funding

Total Funding

$2.9M

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

Series A funding typically happens when a startup has a product and some customers, and now needs funding to scale. This money is usually used to grow the team, expand marketing, and improve the product. Venture capital firms are frequently the main investors here.
Series A Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

$15M
$2.9M
$5M
$8.2M
$15M
$30M

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Remote Work Options
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Wellness Program
  • Mental Health Support
  • Gym Membership
  • Flexible Work Hours

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