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Ceartas

AI-powered real-time content protection and monitoring

Overview

Ceartas.io provides digital content protection and brand monitoring for creators, brands, and enterprises. Its AI-powered platform detects infringements in real time, automatically issues legal notices, and de-indexes pirated content from search engines to remove piracy paths. It offers a dashboard with insights like top infringers, views, and content value, on a subscription model starting at $99 per month with monthly cancellation. Its goal is to protect intellectual property and preserve the online integrity and value of clients' digital content, differentiating itself through continuous AI-driven enforcement and a user-friendly interface for a range of clients.

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About Ceartas

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Why Ceartas is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & AnalyticsEnterprise SoftwareCybersecurityAI & Machine Learning

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$5M

Headquarters

Dublin, Ireland

Founded

2021

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What believers are saying

  • April 2026 reporting says Ceartas serves thousands of creators and enterprise clients.
  • Ceartas raised $4.5 million in May 2024 from Earlybird and Upside VC.
  • The free NCII service and enterprise layer expand top-of-funnel demand and upsell paths.

What critics are saying

  • Only 75 employees cannot defend against every infringer, platform policy change, or appeal.
  • Ceartas depends on Google, OnlyFans, and TikTok partnerships; one policy shift hurts distribution.
  • Fanlock and Rulta commoditize takedowns; Ceartas loses pricing power if enforcement becomes standardized.

What makes Ceartas unique

  • Ceartas combines Google Trusted Copyright Removal with AI-reviewed takedowns and manual verification.
  • Founded June 2021 by Dan Purcell, it protects creators, brands, and enterprise IP.
  • It scans millions of websites daily, including dark web, for piracy and deepfakes.

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Funding

Total Funding

$5M

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 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
Above Average

Industry standards

$3.3M
$2M
$2.3M
$3M
$4.5M

Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Paid Vacation
  • Home Office Stipend
  • Remote Work Options
  • Flexible Work Hours

Company News

Silicon Republic
May 1st, 2024
Ceartas Raises $4.5M in Seed Funding

Ceartas, an AI startup founded in 2020 by Dan Purcell in Dublin, raised $4.5m in a seed funding round co-led by Earlybird Venture Capital and Upside, a fund by The Sidemen. The company, which combats piracy and deepfakes for content creators, announced the expansion into the enterprise sector and the appointment of Jonathan Smyth as co-founder. Notable angel investors also participated in the funding.

Startup Rise Europe
May 1st, 2024
Ceartas DMCA Raises €4M in Funding

Dublin-based startup Ceartas DMCA, specializing in AI-powered brand protection and anti-piracy services, has raised over €4 million in funding. The round was led by Earlybird Venture Capital and included contributions from notable angel investors and Upside VC. The funds will enhance operations, expand SaaS offerings, and increase global presence.

Business Plus
Apr 30th, 2024
Ceartas DMCA Raises $4.2M for Anti-Piracy

Ceartas DMCA, specializing in anti-piracy services, raised $4.2m in a funding round led by Earlybird Venture Capital, with contributions from Upside VC and angel investors. The company, based in Dublin and Berlin, plans to open a Los Angeles office. In January 2024, loan note investors converted $600k debt into shares. Ceartas aims to expand support for content creators and enhance enterprise solutions amidst growing digital threats.

EU-Startups
Apr 30th, 2024
Ceartas DMCA Raises €4M for Expansion

Ceartas DMCA, an AI-powered copyright and piracy protection platform based in Dublin, has secured over €4 million in funding to expand its operations and global reach. The investment round included Earlybird Venture Capital, Upside VC, and high-profile angel investors. The funds will support the opening of a new office in Los Angeles and enhance partnerships with platforms like OnlyFans and Fanfix.

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