# Republic: Private Investing — Venture, funds, crypto

> Invest in startups, real estate, and video games with curated deals. (iPhone/iPad app by Republic.co.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/republic-private-investing/id1475230022 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Republic.co](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475230021)
- Category: Finance, Business
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 3,104 App Store ratings · 96 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 105 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-12-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/republic-private-investing/id1475230022/reviews.md

## What is Republic?

Republic gives you power to invest in the future you believe in by providing access to startups, real estate, and video game investments. The future of investing will be defined by individual investors like you, not giant financial institutions. What will you give power to?
 
When you create a free account on Republic, you can:
 
INVEST REGARDLESS OF EXPERIENCE LEVEL
Anyone 18 years or older can invest.* Accessible to new and experienced investors. Option to invest directly with your credit card using Apple Pay.
 
ACCESS TOP CURATED DEALS, NO HIDDEN FEES
You can now invest in selected investment opportunities, previously available to only the wealthiest 3%. Crowdfunding deals are curated according to transparent standards that you can see on our site.
 
DISCOVER DIVERSE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 
Find deals to invest in across all industries. Empower diverse founders that are representative of a global investor base and community.
 
INVEST AT ALL STAGES OF  POTENTIAL GROWTH
You’re not just another investor, you’re an active participant. When you invest in a company  s, you can become an integral part of the companies creating our future. 
CREATE A DIVERSIFIED PORTFOLIO
Diversify your investments across numerous asset classes that are highly uncorrelated from volatile public markets.
 
JOIN A GLOBAL COMMUNITY OF INVESTORS AND CHANGEMAKERS
More than a million members have already deployed over $900 million through the Republic ecosystem.
 
The Republic iOS application (the “App”) is an extension of the Republic Site which is owned and maintained by OpenDeal Inc., which is not a registered broker-dealer, funding portal or investment advisor. OpenDeal Inc. does not give investment advice, endorsement, analysis or recommendations with respect to any securities. All securities listed here are being offered by, and all information included on this Site is the responsibility of, the applicable issuer of such securities. The intermediary facilitating the offering will be identified in such offering’s documentation. The App is subject to the same terms and privacy policy unless otherwise noted therein. The App is currently only accessible to registered users of Republic; if you wish to use Republic without registering an account please visit the Site, republic.com. The use of a promo code is subject to the promo code terms and conditions and is not guaranteed. Investments in private companies are particularly risky and may result in total loss of invested capital. Past performance of a security or a company does not guarantee future results or returns. Only investors who understand the risks of early stage investment and who meet the Republic's investment criteria may invest. No member of the Republic ecosystem verifies information provided by third-party companies on the Site and through the App and make no assurance as to the completeness or accuracy of any such information. Additional information about certain companies fundraising can be found by searching the EDGAR database, or the offering documentation provided when the offering does not require an EDGAR filing.
 
* Each company on the Republic App and Republic Site decides what other requirements there are to invest in each unique offering; please refer to each company's deal for details on who can invest. Certain deals only allow certain types of investors and may not be available to everyone. If the investor lives outside the United States, it is the investor’s responsibility to fully observe the laws of any relevant territory or jurisdiction outside the United States in connection with any purchase of the securities, including obtaining required governmental or other consents or observing any other required legal or other formalities. Residents of Ontario, Canada are asked to not use Republic and any investment activity they try to engage in will be blocked.

## Key features

- Invest in startups, real estate, and video games
- Access curated investment deals
- Invest regardless of experience level
- Diversify your investment portfolio
- Join a global investor community
- Use Apple Pay for investments

## What do users think of Republic?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 User-friendly app
- 👍 Easy to invest
- 💡 Democratizes startup investing
- 🚀 Intuitive navigation

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy platform
- 🔒 Identity verification issues
- 💰 Unclear investment details
- 🔒 Lack of transparency

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Login and password reset problems
- Issues with investment tracking and transfers

**Most requested features**

- Search function
- Portfolio tracking
- Notification improvements
- Filter and sort options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 96)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/republic-private-investing/id1475230022/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Scam

*2026-01-11, version 1.27.43*

This app won’t allow me to log in. Started using 2 factor authentication with no prompt or even telling you how the verification is sent ! Now I’ve lost my account & investments !

### 3/5 — So glitchy - Hard to track

*2025-11-26, version 1.27.43*

This app is disappointing. It’s glitchy, confusing and it’s nearly impossible to track the companies I invested in. They launched a tracking feature but it doesn’t even load when you switch to horizontal view. This is really unacceptable you guys have been a public platform for years now. Get it together and grind for your users

### 2/5 — Sigma

*2025-10-25, version 1.27.43*

Hard to delete the account if you sign up with Apple ID.  Wasted precious time, but was able to do so via a website.

### 1/5 — Sign up

*2025-09-10, version 1.27.43*

I couldn't register…. 
I've completed all the necessary password requirements, but the app won't let me through.

### 1/5 — Scam

*2025-08-18, version 1.27.43*

I have invested in over 7 different companies/projects and none of them actually communicate with you. Republic does not get out these companies at all. Don't waste your time

### 1/5 — SCAMMERS

*2025-07-22, version 1.27.41*

Stay far away. They sell crypto that can’t be sold and they will never have a secondary market where you can sell anything. It’s a scam. My sales for secondary have been pending for 3 months and once you connect their terrible wallet to INX you can never sell their NOTE crypto. Wallet doesn’t allow you to authorize sale. Only a fool would dump money into this scam. You will never recover it.

### 1/5 — Unable to login on mobile

*2025-07-17, version 1.27.41*

I tried email login and it asks for 6 digit code which I only have the other hex codes. On desktop those work, not in the app. No way to use app.

### 1/5 — Investing SCAM -stay away!

*2025-06-06, version 1.27.31*

I started investing through republic 5 years ago.  I invested in 4 projects/companies.  1 went out of business (took the money and ran). The other 3 have zero response. They jump on Republic for a bunch of seed money - then ditch us.  There is NO WAY to sell your investment through the app.  BEWARE!

### 1/5 — Invest elsewhere

*2025-04-15, version 1.27.17*

There are now many apps and vendors who do what Republic offers and many do it far better. I invested here a few years ago and it’s far harder than it should be to access my financial info. And forget about trying to sell your assets, even at a loss. This app seems designed to benefit only the companies looking for investors and could care less for the investors of their $$.

### 1/5 — App crashes constantly

*2025-02-07, version 1.26.53*

After logging in, entering the current Authenticator code, and simply clicking on a company, the app constantly tells me something went wrong and to retry. Deleted.

## Frequently asked questions about Republic

### What is Republic: Private Investing?

Republic: Private Investing is a platform that allows individuals to invest in a variety of assets, including startups, real estate, and video games. It aims to democratize investing by providing access to deals previously reserved for wealthy investors.

### What types of investments can I make?

You can invest in startups, real estate projects, and video game companies. The platform offers curated deals across various industries, allowing for diversification beyond traditional public markets.

### Is there a cost to use the app?

Creating an account on Republic is free. While the app itself is free to use, there may be associated costs with the investments you choose to make, and the platform may have in-app purchases or other monetization strategies.

### Who can invest using this app?

Anyone 18 years or older can invest, regardless of their experience level. The platform is designed to be accessible to both new and experienced investors. However, investments in private companies are risky and may result in total loss of capital.

### How does this app help diversify my portfolio?

The app allows you to invest in asset classes that are often uncorrelated with volatile public markets. By investing in startups, real estate, and other private ventures, you can create a more diversified investment portfolio.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.30.0 — 2026-08-22

update wallet

### 1.29.18 — 2026-06-26

update wallet

### 1.29.17 — 2026-06-25

update 2fa

### 1.29.16 — 2026-06-23

Legacy registration has been updated

### 1.29.15 — 2026-06-20

MFA updated

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-25.*