Executive Summary: Webtoon is a platform on which independent artists can create and share comic-style creations called webtoons. Webtoon makes money by selling digital coins, via merchandise sales, licensing fees, and advertising on its platform. The platform operates under a freemium model. How Webtoon Works Webtoon is a platform on which independent artists can create … Read more
Executive Summary: FreePrints, as the name suggests, is a mobile app that allows you to print photos directly from your phone without paying for it. FreePrints makes money via shipment fees as well as by upselling customers on premium offers such as alternate photo sizes. Launched in 2014, FreePrints has now been downloaded millions of … Read more
Executive Summary: Hinge is a dating application that enables people to connect and communicate whenever they mutually like each other. Hinge makes money by selling premium subscriptions as well as through fees it collects from boosts and roses. Founded in 2011, Hinge has become one of the world’s most popular dating apps. The Match Group … Read more
Executive Summary: Linktree is a software product that enables its users to share various links to products and services on one single landing page. Linktree makes money from subscription fees and offers three different premium plans. The company relies on a freemium model. Launched in 2016, Linktree has essentially created a whole new category and … Read more
Executive Summary: FitOn is a personalized fitness application on which trainees can find workout and meal plans as well as guided meditations. FitOn makes money via subscription fees, a corporate wellness program, as well as from selling its own branded fitness gear. It operates under a freemium business model. Founded in 2018, FitOn has quickly … Read more
Executive Summary: Buff is a platform that enables users to earn redeemable rewards while playing video games on their PC or mobile phone. Buff makes money from advertising, by offering a premium subscription, as well as from interchange fees. It operates on a freemium business model. What Is Buff Game? Buff is a software application … Read more
Executive Summary: BeReal is a social media platform that enables users to share one photo per day with their friends. The app incentivizes people to stay in touch through regular communication. BeReal does currently not make any money. The business is being financed by venture capital investors instead. What Is BeReal? BeReal is a social … Read more
Executive Summary: Freetrade is an online brokerage that allows users to buy and sell various financial assets via its Android and iOS apps. Freetrade makes money via a monthly subscription offer, currency conversion fees, as well as interest paid on the cash residing in its user accounts. The company operates on a freemium business model. … Read more
Executive Summary: TurboTax, which was released in 1984, is a tax preparation software that allows users to file their taxes online. Taxes can be filed on both a federal and state level. TurboTax makes money by charging customers a yearly fee for access to its premium products as well as dedicated tax experts. The tool … Read more
Executive Summary: Duolingo is a platform that offers users the ability to learn over 40 languages, ranging from English to Russian. Duolingo makes money via a premium subscription, display ads, fees from events, and language proficiency tests. The company operates under a freemium business model. Founded in 2011, Duolingo has risen to become the world’s … Read more