L
Overview
Locals runs a subscription-based platform for independent creators to monetize directly from fans. Creators publish videos, podcasts, articles, and posts, set their own prices, and own their content and audience data. A tiered system unlocks features as supporter counts grow, with free Members and paid Supporters who can comment. It prioritizes creator monetization over ads and was founded in 2019 by Dave Rubin and Assaf Lev, later acquired by Rumble in 2021.
Work here?Claim your company
Simplify's take
What believers are saying
- Rumble's June 2026 subsidiaries list keeps Locals inside a larger, better-capitalized platform.
- Rumble's 2024 filing said Locals added roughly 86,000 subscribers, proving monetization demand.
- Single sign-on integration since May 2024 lowers friction between Rumble viewers and Locals communities.
What critics are saying
- Rumble's 2025-2026 filings never isolate Locals revenue, signaling strategic de-prioritization.
- Patreon, YouTube Memberships, and Substack keep improving creator tools and distribution.
- If creator signups stall, Locals becomes a niche feature inside Rumble, not a standalone business.
What makes Locals unique
- Locals remains 100% owned by Rumble in its June 30, 2026 filings.
- Locals bundles subscriptions, live streams, comments, and audience data under creator control.
- Locals' political speech tolerance still attracts creators banned or throttled elsewhere.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
Funding
Notable Investors:
Early VC funding comparison data is currently unavailable. We're working to provide this information soon!
Early VC Funding Comparison