Nextdoor, Inc. (NYSE: KIND) operates a hyperlocal social networking platform that enables neighbors to connect, share information and foster community engagement. Through its website and mobile applications, Nextdoor offers features such as neighborhood newsfeeds, classified listings, recommendations, event planning tools and safety alerts. The company’s platform is designed to bridge the gap between digital communication and real-world community building by facilitating dialogue on topics ranging from local services and business referrals to public safety and community events.
Nextdoor generates revenue primarily through advertising and paid business services. Local and national advertisers can target audiences at the neighborhood level, while small businesses and service providers can promote listings on the platform to reach nearby residents. The company also offers subscription-based solutions for service professionals, such as contractors and home-service providers, enabling them to manage leads and customer relationships directly through Nextdoor’s business suite.
Founded in 2008 by Sarah Leary, Nirav Tolia, Prakash Janakiraman and David Wiesen, Nextdoor launched its full platform in 2011 and steadily expanded its user base through venture funding rounds. In November 2021, the company completed its initial public offering, listing its shares on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KIND. Since its IPO, Nextdoor has continued to invest in product enhancements, including tools for neighborhood commerce, civic engagement and public-sector partnerships.
Headquartered in San Francisco, Nextdoor serves millions of users across the United States and in international markets, including the United Kingdom, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain and Australia. Under the leadership of CEO Sarah Friar, the company focuses on strengthening local ties and providing a trusted environment for neighbors to exchange information, organize community initiatives and support local businesses.
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