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StartEngine: Pre-IPO Investing

StartEngine: Pre-IPO Investing

Private Market Investing

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 20, 2021
  • October 2, 2026

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StartEngine
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Invest in private companies and pre-IPO shares. Access deals previously exclusive to venture capitalists and institutions. Track your portfolio, connect with founders, and explore diverse startup opportunities.

✓Invest in private companies
✓Trade pre-IPO shares
✓Equity crowdfunding
✓Portfolio tracking
✓Connect with founders
✓Browse startup deals
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of StartEngine. Based on 7K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Finance app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Intuitive and user-friendly
  • 💡Democratizes startup investing
  • 👍Diverse investment opportunities
  • 🤑Potential for high returns

Negative things

  • 🔒Funds locked away for long periods
  • 🐛App crashes and bugs
  • 💰High fees and poor returns
  • 🤔Lack of transparency and communication
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What's New in StartEngine

3.67.0

October 2, 2026

- Fixed various crashes, bugs, and UI issues for improved app stability and usability. Thanks for using StartEngine!

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User reviews

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No Access

Cannot access the app or my account on the website. It’s a fraud even being a Ventura Member. Do Not Use or Engage.
AT 2001AT 2001

Goodbye $$$$

I agree with some others. This APP is good if you want to tie up your money and never see it again. Other than that it’s great.
Future non customerFuture non customer

Pre IPO

Efficient, easy method to invest.
MidTexasMidTexas

Scammy

StartEngine feels structured to profit off retail enthusiasm while leaving everyday investors holding illiquid, heavily diluted, or abandoned shares. Until StartEngine holds listed companies accountable for reporting and protects early retail backers from predatory restructuring, it is very hard to view this platform as anything more than a high-risk trap for retail money. Save your capital or stick to public index funds.
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L.i.tothe.ZardL.i.tothe.Zard

You can never sell

They let you buy shares but you can never sell them. If you want to sell you need to pay a $275 anual membership with NO guarantee that someone will be interested in buying. Therefore you “have” shares but forget about getting money out of them ever. It’s a one side transaction and you are on the losing end.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App crashes on login and startup

Bug

Inability to access existing accounts

Bug

Support features not working as expected

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Requested Features

4 requests

Improved app stability and performance

Feature

Better communication and updates from companies

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Easier withdrawal and liquidity options

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More detailed financial reporting

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FAQ

What is StartEngine: Pre-IPO Investing?

This app allows everyday investors to access private markets and invest in pre-IPO companies. It provides a platform for equity crowdfunding and trading shares of private companies on a secondary marketplace, offering opportunities previously reserved for venture capitalists and institutions.

What are the key features of the app?

Key features include the ability to buy and sell shares in private companies on the secondary market, invest in startup equity crowdfunding campaigns across various sectors, and monitor your entire private market portfolio in one dashboard. Users can also view company details, SEC filings, and connect with founders.

Is there a cost to use the StartEngine app?

The app itself is free to download and use for browsing and tracking investments. However, actual investments made through the platform will involve purchasing shares or participating in crowdfunding campaigns, which have associated costs.

What types of companies can I invest in?

You can invest in early-stage companies across over 30 sectors, including artificial intelligence and clean energy, through SEC-regulated equity crowdfunding. The app also facilitates trading shares of private companies on its secondary marketplace, providing access to a wide range of startup opportunities.

How do I track my investments?

The app offers a comprehensive portfolio dashboard where you can track all your pre-IPO positions, secondary market trades, and crowdfunding investments in one place. You can follow the companies you've backed in real time and stay updated on their progress.