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Based in Singapore with a globally distributed remote team, AppFlowy develops an open-source, privacy-first workspace platform designed for note-taking, wikis, task management, and enterprise project tracking. Positioned as a highly secure alternative to proprietary productivity applications, the software allows users to self-host their data, work offline, and utilize newly launched cloud-hosted products for encrypted team collaboration. The enterprise operates on a freemium open-core business model, having raised $6.4 million in seed funding while accumulating over 45,000 stars and 2,600 forks on its primary GitHub repository. Its venture capital backing is led by OSS Capital, with strategic participation from prominent technology executives including Automattic founder Matt Mullenweg, YouTube co-founder Steve Chen, and GitHub co-founder Tom Preston-Werner. AppFlowy was officially founded in November 2021 by former ByteDance executive Anqi Annie Wang and former TikTok engineer Nathan Foo.
AppFlowy has raised $6.0M across 1 funding round.
AppFlowy has raised $6.0M in total across 1 funding round.
AppFlowy is an open-source no-code productivity platform designed to help individuals, teams, and organizations create and manage wikis, notes, tasks, and projects while maintaining full control over their data through self-hosting options. It integrates advanced AI capabilities, including support for local AI models like Mistral 7B and Llama 3, to enhance productivity by providing contextual insights, automating updates, and facilitating collaboration across devices without compromising privacy. AppFlowy targets users who prioritize data privacy, customization, and control, including developers, researchers, and privacy-conscious professionals. The platform offers a customizable, fast, and intuitive user experience with offline mode and mobile apps, positioning itself as a strong open-source alternative to proprietary tools like Notion[1][2][3].
AppFlowy was founded in 2021 by Annie Wang, a former product manager at ByteDance, and Nathan Foo, a former software engineer at TikTok’s parent company. The idea emerged from Wang’s experience working on enterprise collaboration platforms, where she recognized the lack of customizable, privacy-focused workplace tools that fit diverse enterprise needs. AppFlowy launched its open-source codebase under the AGPL-3.0 license in November 2021 and quickly gained traction, surpassing 30,000 stars on GitHub within its first year. Early pivotal moments include securing over $6 million in funding and building a community-driven platform that emphasizes data ownership and extensibility[2][4][6].
AppFlowy rides the growing trend toward open-source, privacy-centric productivity tools amid increasing concerns over data security and vendor lock-in in proprietary platforms. The timing aligns with rising demand for customizable, no-code solutions that empower users to build tailored workflows without sacrificing control. Market forces such as remote work, distributed teams, and AI integration further favor platforms like AppFlowy that combine collaboration with privacy and flexibility. By offering a self-hostable, AI-enhanced workspace, AppFlowy influences the broader ecosystem by challenging incumbents like Notion and Airtable and promoting community-driven innovation in workspace software[1][2][4][6].
AppFlowy is poised to expand its influence by enhancing team collaboration features and launching enterprise offerings through AppFlowy Cloud, which balances local data control with cloud convenience. Future trends shaping its journey include broader adoption of local AI models, increasing demand for hybrid deployment models, and growing enterprise interest in customizable, privacy-first productivity tools. As AppFlowy matures, it may become a key player in redefining workspace software by combining open-source flexibility, AI productivity, and robust data privacy, appealing to a wide spectrum of users from individuals to large organizations[4][6].
AppFlowy has raised $6.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $6.0M Seed in November 2023.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2023 | $6M Seed | OSS Capital | 7GC & Co, Acrew Capital, Alumni Ventures, Audrey Capital, Builders, C2 Investment, DGF Investimentos, Embedded Ventures, Friedom Partners, FTX Ventures, GoAhead Ventures, Greycroft, Jett Fein, Innovation Endeavors, Lakeside Capital, Monashees, Vanessa Larco, Preston Werner Ventures, Remus Capital, Scalebridge Capital, SignalFire, Spark Capital, Sparklabs Group, Union Square Ventures, Valor Capital Group, Adeel Hussain, AMR Awadallah, BIZ Stone, BOB Young, Dustin Moskovitz, Elia Montanari, Ishani Patel, Jaan Tallinn, Jared Leto, Jason Haider, Justin David Blau, Kelvin Beachum JR., Kevin LIN, Peter Sonsini, Preetha Parthasarathy, Siddharth Singhal, Steve Chen, Vikas Sabnani, Arek Zarowski, Clint Smith, David Mytton, Justin Hoffman, Kevin XU, Maneesh Sharma, Matt Mullenweg, Paul Copplestone, Peer Richelsen, TOM Preston Werner | Announced |
AppFlowy has raised $6.0M in total across 1 funding round.
AppFlowy's investors include OSS Capital, 7GC & Co, Acrew Capital, Alumni Ventures, Audrey Capital, Builders, C2 Investment, DGF Investimentos, Embedded Ventures, Friedom Partners, FTX Ventures, GoAhead Ventures.
