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Nebula

Creator-owned streaming platform with revenue sharing

Overview

Nebula is a streaming service owned and run by independent creators, hosting educational content like documentaries and video essays without relying on algorithmic curation, demonetization, or strict brand safety rules. It uses a subscription model with standalone memberships and bundles tied to creators, and revenue is shared with creators who are also shareholders. This setup gives creators control and a direct stake in the platform, while audiences access high-quality educational content. The goal is to support a sustainable creator economy by aligning incentives and offering fair revenue sharing, differentiating Nebula from platforms that rely on centralized curation.

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About Nebula

Simplify's Rating
Why Nebula is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consumer SoftwareEducationEntertainment

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$51.2M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • Nebula charges $6 monthly or $60 yearly, with creator links advertising $30 annual access.
  • Nebula shipped 92 product updates since June 2026, including autonomous channels and agents.
  • Nebula still sponsors 161 creators and 1,199 videos, signaling active acquisition and marketing.

What critics are saying

  • YouTube and Netflix now court creators aggressively, compressing Nebula's audience and deal flow.
  • Nebula's direct subscription scale remains small, so one hit series like Jet Lag dominates.
  • If creator bundles expire, Nebula loses low-friction acquisition and churn rises fast.

What makes Nebula unique

  • Nebula remains creator-owned, splitting profits fifty-fifty and giving creators sale proceeds.
  • Nebula Studios extends Jet Lag: The Game into theaters across three countries, November 2026.
  • Nebula Talent pairs sponsorships with transparent analytics, fixed commissions, and creator-negotiated brand deals.

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Funding

Total Funding

$51.2M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options
  • Paid Vacation

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

0%
Tubefilter
Sep 21st, 2021
Creator-Owned Streaming Service Nebula Just Scored Its First Investment At A $50+ Million Valuation

Creator-owned streaming service Nebula, which bills itself as a “thoughtful expansion pack for YouTube,” has received its first investment.

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