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Learn how TinyTechFund works, understand funding terminology, and find answers to common questions.
How It Works
SEC Filings Ingested
We pull Form D filings from the SEC's EDGAR database — the official record of private fundraising in the US.
AI Enrichment
Each company is enriched with AI-generated descriptions, industry classifications, and search embeddings.
Explore & Discover
Browse companies on an interactive map, search with natural language, and view detailed profiles.
Funding Round Types
Companies report the type of securities they're offering in their Form D filings. Here's what each type means.
Equity
A traditional ownership-stake investment. Investors purchase shares in the company, becoming partial owners. The most common type of startup fundraising — investors profit if the company grows in value.
Debt
Loan-based financing such as convertible notes, bonds, or other debt instruments. The company borrows money and agrees to repay it, often with interest. Some debt instruments can convert into equity later.
SAFE
Simple Agreement for Future Equity — a convertible instrument created by Y Combinator. Unlike convertible notes, SAFEs have no interest rate or maturity date. Investors receive equity in a future priced round.
Options
The right (but not obligation) to purchase equity at a predetermined price in the future. Commonly used in employee compensation (stock options) and sometimes offered to early investors or advisors.
Fund
A pooled investment vehicle where multiple investors contribute capital into a single fund entity. The fund then invests in startups on behalf of its investors. Common for venture capital and angel funds.
Other
A catch-all for instruments that don't fit neatly into the above categories. This can include revenue-based financing, royalty agreements, or uncommon security types reported in SEC filings.
Glossary
Key terms you'll encounter while using TinyTechFund.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about TinyTechFund.