Circle is a comprehensive community platform designed specifically for creators and organizations building engaged member communities. It combines essential community features like discussions, member directories, and events with advanced monetization tools including course hosting, subscription billing, and branded mobile apps. The platform includes AI-powered automation, email marketing, and website building capabilities, making it a complete solution for community builders who want to manage all aspects of their community business in one place.
Jay Shetty
Notion
Substack
Creator Science (The Lab)
Smart Passive Income (SPI)
Exit FiveFounded
2019
Team Size
324
6%
Funding
Series A
$30.2M total
Monthly Traffic
7,391,000
16%
Creator-led paid communities
Build a branded community with courses, events, and subscription tiers for monetizing expertise and building audience relationships
Professional membership organizations
Create member directories, host networking events, deliver educational content, and manage membership billing in one platform
Brand community building
Launch customer communities with custom branding, mobile apps, and integrated marketing tools to increase retention and advocacy
Educational community management
Combine course delivery with community discussions, live events, and member networking using AI agents for automated support

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