# FlipKey: Information technology & services, Boston, United States

> FlipKey: FlipKey was an online vacation rental marketplace founded in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts. Based in Boston, United States. Founded 2007.

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# FlipKey

FlipKey was an online vacation rental marketplace founded in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Funding reported Last round: Series A

Information technology & services Boston, United States

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2007 19 years old
- **Team:** 19 11 to 50 people
- **Funding reported:** $500K in dollars
- **Last round:** Series A Aug 2008

How sure we are

- ✓ **Listed** We know it exists and what it does
- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About FlipKey

FlipKey was an online vacation rental marketplace founded in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts.

As a subsidiary of TripAdvisor, it aimed to connect travelers with vacation rentals while providing property owners a platform to list their homes. The service focused on verified guest reviews to enhance the booking experience, making it easy and enjoyable for users. At its peak, FlipKey featured over 300,000 listings in 179 countries, with some sources reporting more than 830,000 vacation rentals in 190 countries. The platform attracted over 5 million unique visitors each month, emphasizing a community-driven approach to vacation rentals. FlipKey offered travelers an alternative to traditional hotels, highlighting the benefits of space, privacy, and home-like amenities. The platform supported property managers and owners with tools for listing their rentals and managing their reputations. FlipKey was known for its commitment to helping users find the perfect place to stay, catering to both travelers and property owners.

## What company datasets say FlipKey raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$500K** in dollars

Rounds **2**

Last round **Series A**

Last round date **Aug 2008**

Investors listed **3**

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

beach houses international consumers travel inspiration destination guides payment protection enterprises adventure travel multi-language information technology & services user-generated content mobile app cabins enterprise software global reach last-minute deals

Built with from their website

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- **Sector:** Information technology & services
- **Industry code:** NAICS 53131, 561510, 519290, SIC 7021, 4724, 7375
- **Region:** Massachusetts
- **Part of:** Tripadvisor
- **Revenue:** $3.0M a year, as listed
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/flipkey)

## How it ended, so far

Exit

Exit Buyer Price When

Acquired [TripAdvisor](https://millionrounds.com/fund/tripadvisor) undisclosed Aug 2008

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