LaunchDarkly

LaunchDarkly

Feature management platform for software developers

About LaunchDarkly

Simplify's Rating
Why LaunchDarkly is rated
B+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated A on Growth Potential
Rated A on Rating Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Enterprise Software

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$321.3M

Headquarters

Oakland, California

Founded

2014

Overview

LaunchDarkly provides a platform for developers to manage and automate software features. Its main product is a feature management platform that allows developers to control software features, enabling safe code shipping, self-serve experimentation, personalized user experiences, and improved application reliability. This platform allows developers to revert feature behaviors without code changes, enhancing productivity. LaunchDarkly operates on a subscription model, charging clients for access to its services. The platform helps clients innovate quickly, automate software releases, reduce delivery costs, and maximize the impact of software features. The goal is to support developers in improving their software development processes.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of Houseware enhances feature management with deeper client insights.
  • Recognition as a Strong Performer by Forrester boosts competitive edge in feature management.
  • Partnerships with companies like Terazo expand platform capabilities and market reach.

What critics are saying

  • Integration challenges from Houseware acquisition may disrupt existing services.
  • Snowflake Native App faces competition from established analytics platforms.
  • Dedicated EU region may increase operational costs and regulatory scrutiny.

What makes LaunchDarkly unique

  • LaunchDarkly offers feature management with warehouse-native analytics post-Houseware acquisition.
  • The platform supports data warehouse native experimentation via a native Snowflake app.
  • LaunchDarkly provides a dedicated EU region for data residency and compliance.

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Funding

Total Funding

$321.3M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

6 Rounds

Series D funding is typically for companies that are already well-established but need more funding to continue their growth. This round is often used to stabilize the company or prepare for an IPO.
Series D Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

$77M
$70M
Twilio
$80M
Handshake
$100M
Affirm
$200M
LaunchDarkly

Benefits

Flexible work environment - Making an inclusive space for everyone means recognizing we all have our own individual working styles and needs.

Health and wellness - LaunchDarkly offers full coverage with health, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents.

Salary and options - We're all in this together. LaunchDarkly offers competitive pay, equity, and the option to participate in a 401(k) program.

Learn and grow - We love to see our own continue to grow their skill sets—whether that's taking a class or attending a conference.

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
CXO Today
Feb 16th, 2025
LaunchDarkly acquires AI warehouse-native analytics pioneer Houseware to transform software delivery processes

LaunchDarkly, the California-based leading platform for feature management, announced its acquisition of Houseware, a leader in warehouse-native product analytics and winner of the 2022 Snowflake Startup Challenge.

Techzine
Feb 14th, 2025
LaunchDarkley launches native Snowflake app and buys Houseware

In addition to the introduction of the Snowflake application, LaunchDarkly also announced the acquisition of Houseware.

Techzine
Feb 14th, 2025
LaunchDarkly launches native Snowflake app and buys Houseware

LaunchDarkly launches native Snowflake app and buys Houseware.

Entrepreneur
Feb 14th, 2025
LaunchDarkly Acquires Houseware to Enhance Feature Management with Warehouse-Native Analytics

With this acquisition, LaunchDarkly aims to transform data warehouses into powerful engines of actionable insights.

The Manila Times
Feb 13th, 2025
LaunchDarkly Announces Snowflake Native App for Data Warehouse Native Experimentation and Product Analytics

LaunchDarkly announces Snowflake Native App for Data Warehouse Native Experimentation and product analytics.

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