Stipop
Stipop, based in Santa Monica, CA, provides a monetization platform for character creators to sell stickers, wallpapers, and watch faces, while retaining ownership of their content.
Company Overview
Stipop, formerly known as Stipop, Inc., operates out of Santa Monica, CA, USA. The company is active in the Consumer and Content industries, with a specific focus on B2B services in Engineering, Product, and Design. Stipop launched on June 22, 2021, and participated in Y Combinator's S21 batch. Currently, the team consists of 8 members, operating primarily within the United States and wider American/Canadian regions.
Services Offered
Stipop provides a platform tailored for character creators, enabling them to monetize their work through stickers, wallpapers, and watch faces. It offers both one-time purchases and subscription services, facilitating a unique app experience. Key features include seamless integration with chat apps like iMessage, WhatsApp, and Telegram, as well as the ability for paid subscribers to create custom wallpapers. The platform takes a 10% revenue cut for maintenance, development, and customer support, while creators retain full ownership of their content and have the option to remove it at any time.
Monetization Opportunities for Creators
Stipop allows character creators to generate revenue directly from their audience through dynamic monetization features. Creators can earn approximately $5 per 1,000 Instagram followers or 160% of their revenue on platforms like Patreon or Ko-fi. There are no upfront fees required to start on Stipop, making it accessible for independent IP owners to grow their fanbase and increase their earnings effectively.
Platform Integration and Partnerships
Stipop has established itself as a significant player by providing its sticker platform to Canva, Teams, Google, and Adobe. Previously, the platform hosted 5,000 sticker creators and 250,000 stickers. Stipop also offers a sticker API and SDK designed to help chat applications enhance user engagement and boost revenue.
Investment and Support
Stipop has received investments from well-known entities, including Snap through its Yellow Accelerator, Y Combinator, Translink Investment, Strong Ventures, and Next Ventures. These investments have bolstered the company's capacity to innovate and continue offering valuable services to character creators and their audiences.