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AIVC-backedSeries B
Cologne, Germany · Founded 2017

DeepL

The world's most accurate translation AI.

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About DeepL

Machine translation across 30+ languages. Used by 100K+ businesses. Top alternative to Google Translate.

Pitch deck breakdown

How DeepL would pitch themselves.

● Editorial
01

Target customer

Global enterprises + translators + multilingual creators (e.g. EU-based companies, content localizers, legal + medical translators) where translation accuracy is critical.

02

Problem they solve

Google Translate is widely available but inaccurate for nuanced text (legal, medical, marketing copy). Pre-AI translation services are slow + expensive.

03

Key differentiator

Higher translation quality than Google in most language pairs — per double-blind translator tests. Strong enterprise GDPR + data-privacy positioning (EU-based).

04

Go-to-market strategy

PLG free tier + paid Pro + enterprise plans. Strong European market position (EU GDPR-friendly). Translator-channel community (DeepL Translator marketplace).

Company facts

Category
AI
Funding stage
Series B
Total raised
$420M+
Founded
2017
Team size
501-1000
HQ
Cologne
Country
Germany
Website
deepl.com

Founders of DeepL

  • Jaroslaw Kutylowski

Investors backing DeepL

  • Index Ventures
  • IVP
  • Atomico

Frequently asked questions

What does DeepL do?

Machine translation across 30+ languages. Used by 100K+ businesses. Top alternative to Google Translate.

Where is DeepL based?

DeepL is based in Cologne, Germany.

When was DeepL founded?

DeepL was founded in 2017.

How much has DeepL raised?

DeepL has raised $420M+ in their Series B round.

Who founded DeepL?

DeepL was founded by Jaroslaw Kutylowski.

Who has invested in DeepL?

DeepL is backed by Index Ventures, IVP, Atomico.

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