121M+Total Funded
Average minimum investment: $100–$500
Invest in startups and private companies before they go public
Own a piece of the next big thing
Equity crowdfunding by the numbers
Over $1.5 billion raised through equity crowdfunding in 2023, with individual investors backing thousands of early-stage companies across industries
10.6M+Interest paid
Typical equity stake: 0.01%–5% per investor
1.8K+Funded projects
Campaign success rate: 40–60%
44.2K+Registered investors
Average holding period: 5–10 years
€2.0M +Provision Fund
Estimated failure rate: 50–70% within 5 years
Investors receiving payouts
Investors who received at least one interest payment each month.
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How equity crowdfunding works
From discovery to ownership, here's what happens at each stage
Company lists campaign
Company establishes the fundraising target amount and campaign conditions
Startups pitch their idea, valuation, and how much equity they're offering in exchange for capital
Review the pitch
Check financials and business plan
Read the offering documents, watch videos, and review financials before deciding if it fits your risk tolerance
Commit your investment
Choose your investment amount
Decide how much to invest. Most platforms let you start with $100–$500 and adjust up to your limit
Campaign closes
Funds transfer if goal is met
If the campaign hits its target, funds move from escrow to the company. If not, you get your money back
Shares issued
You officially own equity
After closing, shares are issued and recorded. You'll receive documentation confirming your ownership stake
Hold or exit
Wait for liquidity event
Shares are usually illiquid until the company exits, gets acquired, or lists on a secondary market
Why investors choose equity crowdfunding
Access to early-stage deals that were once only available to venture capitalists and accredited investors
0% Get in early on startups
No fees for deposits, investments or withdrawals.
28,003 +Diversify beyond stocks and bonds
A growing community built around transparent investing.
€1,712 +Support companies you believe in
Average amount invested by active users each month.
€139 +Potential for high returns
Average interest paid to active investors each month.
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Future value in 6 years€8000
Start with €50
Average annual return17.6%
Earned return€460
Promotions€0
Estimated returns based on target rate of 14.6% APY. Actual returns may vary. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
What to check before investing
Equity crowdfunding is high-risk. Here's what matters most when evaluating a deal
Company financials
Look at revenue, burn rate, and runway before committing
Valuation and dilution
Is the valuation reasonable? Will future rounds dilute you?
Team experience
Check if founders have relevant experience or past exits
Use of funds
How will the company spend the money it raises?
Exit strategy
When and how might you see a return on investment?
Investor rights
Do you get voting rights, updates, or access to future rounds?
Market opportunity
Is the market big enough to support growth?
Regulatory compliance
Is the campaign registered with the SEC or local regulator?
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Risk and return profile
Most equity crowdfunding investments fail or return nothing. A small percentage deliver outsized gains that can offset losses across a diversified portfolio
€12M+ +Secondary Market volume
Expected loss rate: 50–70% of investments
9,308+ +Secondary Market participants
Top 10% of deals generate most returns
Get started in three steps
Open an account, verify your identity, and start investing in minutes
Create your account
Sign up and complete verification
Browse active campaigns
Filter by industry or stage
Invest and track
Commit funds and monitor progress
Rewards for active investors
Some platforms offer perks like early access to deals, discounted fees, or bonus equity for repeat investors
Early access to campaigns
Invest before public launch
Reduced platform fees
Lower fees on repeat investments
Exclusive investor updates
Direct communication with founders
Bonus equity allocations
Extra shares for high-volume investors
Join the investor community
What is equity crowdfunding
Equity crowdfunding enables regular people to purchase ownership stakes in private startups via internet platforms. Companies raise capital directly from the public rather than traditional investors, offering shares that may appreciate if the business grows successfully.
How platforms protect investors
Investment platforms verify claims and follow SEC rules, but you must do your own research. Most startups fail, so only invest money you can afford to lose and carefully review all disclosures.
- SEC-registered offerings
- Escrow protection until close
- Verified financial disclosures
- Founder background checks
- Investor education resources
- Complaint resolution process
Collateral and the
Provision Fund help reduce certain risks, but do not eliminate investment risk.
Common questions about equity crowdfunding
Most equity crowdfunding platforms accept initial investments between $100 and $500, making early-stage company ownership accessible to retail investors. This low entry point allows individuals to diversify across multiple startups without significant capital commitment.
Investors should expect to hold equity for 5–10 years on average before a liquidity event occurs. Companies may exit through acquisition, IPO, or secondary market sales. This extended timeline reflects the nature of early-stage venture investment and realistic business growth cycles.
Between 40–60% of campaigns reach their funding targets and close successfully. However, 50–70% of funded companies fail within five years, highlighting the inherent risk in early-stage investing despite platform vetting and investor due diligence.
Funds held in escrow are returned to investors automatically if the campaign fails to reach its target. No capital transfers to the company, and investors bear no obligation to complete their pledged amount.
Crowdfunded shares remain illiquid until the company exits, gets acquired, goes public, or gains access to secondary market trading. Most platforms do not permit early trading, making this a long-term commitment. Secondary markets are emerging but remain limited.