Brigit reached $100M in revenue
Brigit achieved $100 million in revenue as reported in April 2024.
"Kevin Durant-backed wage-access company Brigit hits $100M in revenue"
Financial technology company that operates the Brigit app, providing cash advances and financial services to help users avoid fees and build credit.
Brigit achieved $100 million in revenue as reported in April 2024.
"Kevin Durant-backed wage-access company Brigit hits $100M in revenue"
Kevin Durant's investment firm Thirty Five Ventures invested in Brigit in January 2021.
"Kevin Durant's Thirty Five Ventures Invests in Brigit"
Hamel Kothari grew up in a low-income household in Lowell, Massachusetts.
"Kothari grew up in a low-income household in Lowell, Mass., and had a front-row seat to financial insecurity"
Brigit has over 12 million users who trust the platform to improve their financial health.
"Join over 12 million users"
Brigit Instant Cash is not credit and any advance obtained through it is not a loan.
"INSTANT CASH IS NOT CREDIT AND ANY ADVANCE YOU OBTAIN IS NOT A LOAN."
Users must have a checking account with Brigit's supported banks that allows third-party data aggregators to view 90 days of transactions.
"You must have a checking account with one of our supported banks or credit unions (a "Bank Account"); and Your Bank Account must enable our third-party data aggregators to view your transactions for the last ninety (90) days."
Brigit offers identity theft protection coverage up to $1 million along with full credit reports.
"Keep your identity safe from fraud with full credit reports and up to $1 million in identity theft protection."
Standard cash advance delivery takes 2-3 business days and is free.
"you'll get it in 2-3 business days and it's always free"
Brigit shares customer personal information for everyday business purposes such as processing transactions and maintaining accounts.
"For our everyday business purposes — such as to process your transactions, maintain your account(s), respond to court orders and legal investigations Yes"
More than three-quarters of the American population live paycheck to paycheck.
"Maybe, like more than three-quarters of the American population, you live paycheck to paycheck."
A Brigit subscription is required to use the Credit Builder service.
"A Brigit subscription is required."
Brigit is registered with the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation as an Income-Based Advance Provider under the California Consumer Financial Protection Law
"Brigit is registered with the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation as an Income-Based Advance Provider under the California Consumer Financial Protection Law"
Brigit was recognized as the future of personal finance on Forbes Fintech 50 list in June 2022.
"Brigit recognized as the future of personal finance on Forbes Fintech 50 list"
Brigit provides up to $1 million in identity theft protection as part of their services.
"Keep your identity safe from fraud with up to $1 million in identity theft protection"
Brigit has saved their members over $2 billion in fees total.
"Saved our members from $ 0 billion in fees"
Brigit serves members in 50 states.
"Served members in 0 states"
Brigit's Privacy Policy was last updated on July 16, 2025.
"Last Updated: July 16, 2025"
Brigit operates a blog providing financial wellness tips covering budgeting, credit, saving, smart spending, and earning topics.
"Brigit Blog | Real Financial Wellness Tips By Real People"
Brentt Mellon works in Ohio as a maintenance planner for a global refractory company.
"Brentt Mellon works in Ohio as a maintenance planner for a global refractory company."
Brigit has a 4.7+ rating with 562,000 reviews on App Store and Google Play
"4.7+ rating with 562k reviews on the App Store and Google Play"
Many Americans don't have $400 saved away for emergencies.
"Maybe, like them, you don't even have $400 socked away for emergencies."
Bridge IT, Inc. operates the website located at www.hellobrigit.com and associated services.
"Bridge IT, Inc., its parents, subsidiaries, partners, third-party service providers, affiliates, agents, and assigns ("Brigit", "we", "us", or "our") that sets forth the terms and conditions governing your use of and access to the website located at [www.hellobrigit.com]"
Brigit does not charge late fees according to their service description
"We never charge late fees and there's no tipping"
Brigit holds California Consumer Financial Protection Law Registration for Income-Based Advances with ID 04-CCFPL-2429907-3473890
"California Consumer Financial Protection Law (CCFPL) Registration – Income-Based Advances – 04-CCFPL-2429907-3473890"
Bridge It, Inc. provides [email protected] as the contact email address for customer inquiries and privacy-related requests.
"Email us at [email protected]"
Brigit Credit Builder accounts are provided by Coastal Community Bank, Member FDIC – NMLS ID 462289
"Brigit Credit Builder accounts are provided by Coastal Community Bank, Member FDIC – NMLS ID 462289"
If Sonny cannot resolve an issue, customers are routed to a Customer Care Associate and receive a response within 24 hours
"If he can't find a solution, you'll be routed to a Customer Care Associate and receive a response within 24 hours"
Brigit requires users to have at least 3 recurring deposits from the same employer or source to qualify.
"Has 3 recurring deposits from the same source"
To use Brigit services, users must be a US citizen or legal US resident and at least 18 years old.
"You must be a US citizen or a legal US resident; You must be at least eighteen (18) years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction"
More than 12 million people use Brigit to improve their financial health.
"Join over 12 million people who trust Brigit to improve their financial health"
Brigit has a 4.7+ rating with 562,000 reviews on App Store and Google Play combined.
"4.7+ rating with 562k reviews on the App Store and Google Play"
Finance Helper is included as part of the Brigit Free plan offering.
"As part of the Brigit Free plan, you get access to clear financial insights you can use"
Brigit is a financial wellness app helping Americans build a brighter financial future, get cash, build credit, budget better, and find side gigs.
"Brigit is a financial wellness app helping Americans build a brighter financial future, get cash, build credit, budget better, and find side gigs."
Brigit's Credit Builder helps users open a 24-month loan with funds kept in a locked deposit account.
"We'll help you open a 24-month loan and keep the funds in a locked deposit account in your name."
Users can build credit with Brigit Credit Builder by saving as little as $1 per month.
"you can build credit and grow savings by paying as little as $1 a month"
Brigit has a 4.7+ star rating with 562,000 reviews on the App Store and Google Play.
"4.7+ rating with 562k reviews on the App Store and Google Play"
Hamel Kothari was recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 list in December 2021.
"Hamel Kothari is recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 list"
Brigit secures user data with 256-bit encryption, the same level used by banks.
"We secure all of your data with the same 256-bit encryption that banks use"
Banks typically charge about $34 per overdraft transaction
"chances are you've seen a pesky fee on your bank statement called an "overdraft fee" or "non-sufficient funds fee" that deducts about $34 from your balance"
Brigit has over 9 million members according to their website description
"Join over 9 million members."
Brigit offers paid parental leave as an employee benefit.
"Because we know there are no jobs harder than being a parent, we support our employees with paid parental leave."
Brigit uses 256-bit encryption to protect financial information, which is the same encryption standard used by banks.
"We use 256-bit encryption, which is the same encryption banks use."
To qualify for Brigit Instant Cash, users' checking accounts must be active for at least 60 days.
"Active for at least 60 days"
Brigit has never conducted layoffs and is dedicated to providing a secure work environment.
"Brigit has never conducted layoffs and we're dedicated to providing a secure environment where you can not only thrive but build a long-term career."
Brigit has a 4.7+ rating with 562,000 reviews on the App Store and Google Play combined.
"4.7+ rating with 562k reviews on the App Store and Google Play"
Zuben Mathews holds the position of Co-founder and CEO at Brigit.
"Zuben Mathews Co-founder and CEO"
Brigit is a financial wellness app helping Americans build a brighter financial future, get cash, build credit, budget better, and find side gigs.
"Brigit is a financial wellness app helping Americans build a brighter financial future, get cash, build credit, budget better, and find side gigs."
Many Americans don't have $400 saved for emergency expenses.
"Maybe, like them, you don't even have $400 socked away for emergencies."
Upbound Group, Inc. is listed as an affiliate company of Bridge It, Inc. related by common ownership or control.
"Affiliates Companies related by common ownership or control. They can be financial and nonfinancial companies. Upbound Group, Inc."
Brigit provides cash advance approvals without conducting credit checks or charging late fees.
"Approval for an advance is a few taps away. No late fees. No credit check."
Hamel Kothari holds the position of Co-founder and CTO at Brigit.
"Hamel Kothari Co-founder and CTO"
Products and Services offered by Bridge It, Inc., doing business as "Brigit" – NMLS ID 2429907
"Products and Services offered by Bridge It, Inc., doing business as "Brigit" – NMLS ID 2429907"
Brigit's Express Delivery service delivers cash advances within 20 minutes for a fee.
"With Express Delivery, you'll receive your advance within 20 minutes"
Brigit has over 12 million people who trust the service to improve their financial health.
"Join over 12 million people who trust Brigit to improve their financial health"
Brigit helped members save more than $250 million in fees since the company's launch.
"Financial Health Mobile App Brigit Helps Members Save More Than $250 Million in Fees Since Launch"
Brigit uses PIN and phone verification methods to secure user account access.
"We use pin and phone verification to secure your access."
Brigit helped members save more than $250 million in fees since launch as of January 2021.
"Financial Health Mobile App Brigit Helps Members Save More Than $250 Million in Fees Since Launch"
Upbound Group closed acquisition of Brigit, a leading financial health technology firm, in January 2025.
"Upbound Group Closes Acquisition of Brigit, a Leading Financial Health Technology Firm"
Brigit provides up to $1 million coverage for identity theft protection in case of data breach
"If you ever experience a data breach, we'll cover you for up to $1 million with identity theft protection"
Kevin Durant's Thirty Five Ventures made an investment in Brigit in January 2021.
"Kevin Durant's Thirty Five Ventures Invests in Brigit"
Christopher Arroyo is a veteran receiving disability benefits with a daughter.
"Christopher Arroyo is a veteran on disability with a daughter to raise."
Brigit provides paid parental leave as an employee benefit.
"Because we know there are no jobs harder than being a parent, we support our employees with paid parental leave."
Brigit's team includes people with experience at Amazon, Deutsche Bank, Palantir, and Two Sigma.
"With experience at Amazon, Deutsche Bank, Palantir, Two Sigma and more, our experts not only have the tools to solve financial insecurity"
Banks made at least $33 billion in overdraft fees according to a Moebs Services report
"Banks made at least $33 billion in overdraft fees last year, according to a report from Moebs Services."
Brigit has over 9 million members who trust the platform to improve their financial health.
"Join over 9 million members who already trust Brigit to improve their financial health"
Brigit provides 24/7 customer support through an AI Agent named Sonny at [email protected]
"For the fastest response, email our new AI Agent, Sonny, 24/7 at [email protected]"
Brigit provides cash advances with no late fees and no credit check required.
"Approval for an advance is a few taps away. No late fees. No credit check."
Brigit is compatible with over 6,000 banks and credit unions.
"Brigit works with over 6,000 banks and credit unions"
Brigit has over 12 million members using their service.
"Join over 12 million members."
More than three-quarters of the American population live paycheck to paycheck.
"Maybe, like more than three-quarters of the American population, you live paycheck to paycheck."
Upbound Group completed the acquisition of Brigit, a financial health technology firm, in January 2025.
"Upbound Group Closes Acquisition of Brigit, a Leading Financial Health Technology Firm"
Brigit provides tools to help users avoid overdrafts and access cash when needed.
"With transparent, fair, and simple tools, we help you avoid overdrafts, access cash when you need it"
Brigit's Terms of Service were last revised on November 26, 2025.
"Brigit Terms of Service (Last revised November 26, 2025)"
Brigit implements multi-factor authentication, automatic logouts, and ID verification to prevent unauthorized access.
"We implement multi-factor authentication, automatic logouts, and ID verification to help prevent unauthorized access."
Brigit calculates a proprietary score ranging from 0 to 100 to determine user eligibility.
"Brigit looks at your account information and calculates a Brigit score from 0-100"
Brigit has joined more than 12 million users according to their homepage.
"Join 12 million+ users who get cash fast, build their credit, and save smarter with Brigit"
Brigit raised $35 million in Series A funding in January 2021.
"Brigit Raises $35M to Help the 78% of Americans That are Living Paycheck-to-Paycheck"
Brigit, a holistic financial app, was launched in January 2019.
"It's people like Phillips we had in mind when we launched Brigit, a holistic financial app, in January 2019."
Brigit does not charge late fees on cash advances.
"No late fees"
Brigit provides security support and can be contacted at info@hellobrigit.com for security questions or concerns.
"If you have any questions or concerns about security, please contact info@hellobrigit.com"
Users can choose to contribute between $1 to $25 towards their monthly Credit Builder payment.
"Choose how much you'd like to contribute towards your monthly payment—$1 to $25."
Brigit's Instant Cash service provides cash advances ranging from $25 to $500.
"Get $25–$500 in minutes with Brigit's Instant Cash"
Brigit's team includes people with experience from Amazon, Deutsche Bank, Palantir, Two Sigma and other companies.
"With experience at Amazon, Deutsche Bank, Palantir, Two Sigma and more, our experts not only have the tools to solve financial insecurity"
Brigit does not require a credit check for approval
"No credit check. Sign up in 2 minutes. Join over 9 million members."
Brigit provides services to help users fight bank fees, repair credit, make money, and better manage expenses.
"Everything you need to know to help you fight bank fees, repair your credit, make money, and better manage your expenses."
Brigit provides 401K retirement plans with a wide range of options for employees.
"Choose from a wide range of plans to find the ones that suit your specific retirement plans and savings goals."
Brigit deposits Credit Builder installment loans into FDIC insured deposit accounts with Coastal Community Bank.
"Brigit arranges a credit builder installment loan for you and deposits it into a FDIC insured deposit account with Coastal Community Bank, Member FDIC"
Brigit offers identity theft protection coverage up to $1 million along with full credit reports.
"Keep your identity safe from fraud with full credit reports and up to $1 million in identity theft protection"
Brigit has 5 Employee Resource Groups to support workplace diversity dimensions.
"To support the many dimensions of diversity that exist at Brigit, we have 5 Employee Resource Groups (and we're just getting started)."
Brigit raised $35 million through Series A funding round in January 2021.
"Brigit Raises $35M to Help the 78% of Americans That are Living Paycheck-to-Paycheck"
Brigit's cash advance service does not require a credit check for approval.
"No credit check"
Since launch, Brigit members have saved over $250 million in fees in aggregate.
"Since we launched, our members have saved over $250 million in fees in aggregate"
EY announced Zuben Mathews as a winner of the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 New York Award in August 2021.
"EY Announces Zuben Mathews as a winner of the Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2021 New York Award"
Brigit offers credit building services starting at $1 per month to help build positive payment history.
"For as little as $1/month, we'll help you build positive payment history"
No fee or charge is required to obtain a Brigit advance; all fees and charges are for optional services only.
"NO FEE OR CHARGE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN AN ADVANCE; ALL FEES AND CHARGES ARE FOR OPTIONAL SERVICES."
It takes 2 minutes to sign up for Brigit
"It only takes 2 minutes to sign up"
The minimum Brigit score required to qualify for Instant Cash can range from 40 to 100.
"Scores can range from 40 to 100"
Brigit holds Collection Agency License CA-2010847 in Arizona
"Collection Agency License – CA-2010847"
Brigit does not require a credit check for users to sign up.
"No credit check required"
Brigit collects personal information including Social Security numbers, employment information, income, and account balances from customers.
"Social Security number Employment information and income Account balances Account transactions and transaction history"
Brigit has over 9 million members who trust the platform to improve their financial health.
"Join over 9 million members who already trust Brigit to improve their financial health"
Brigit has more than 12 million app users
"Join 12 million+ users who get cash fast"
More than 90 percent of Brigit members say they have experienced a significant reduction of stress since joining.
"She is one of the more than 90 percent of our members who say they have experienced a "significant" reduction of stress since joining Brigit."
Brigit offers credit building services for as little as $1 per month to help build positive payment history.
"For as little as $1/month, we'll help you build positive payment history—the biggest factor impacting your credit."
Brigit does not require a credit check for signup
"No credit check required"
Brigit notifies users if they are likely to overdraft their account
"Sign up for Brigit and enable notifications. We'll let you know if you're likely to overdraft."
Brigit has never conducted layoffs according to their careers page.
"Brigit has never conducted layoffs and we're dedicated to providing a secure environment where you can not only thrive but build a long-term career."
Users have no obligation to repay any advance obtained through Brigit Instant Cash under the Terms of Service.
"YOU HAVE NO OBLIGATION TO REPAY ANY ADVANCE YOU OBTAIN THROUGH BRIGIT INSTANT CASH UNDER THESE TERMS OF SERVICE (AN "ADVANCE")."
Brigit charges a flat monthly fee of $10 per month.
"Brigit charges a flat monthly fee of $10 per month"
Bridge It, Inc. works with Coastal Community Bank to provide banking services and products to customers.
"In order to provide you banking services and products, the Company works with Coastal Community Bank."
Brigit Credit Builder installment loans are issued by Coastal Community Bank, Member FDIC.
"Brigit Credit Builder installment loans are issued by Coastal Community Bank, Member FDIC, subject to approved underwriting practices."
Brigit's Credit Builder loans are not available in all states.
"Credit Builder loans are not available in all states."
Kevin Durant-backed wage-access company Brigit reached $100 million in revenue by April 2024.
"Kevin Durant-backed wage-access company Brigit hits $100M in revenue"
Dominique Phillips works as a special education teacher in New York.
"Dominique Phillips is a New Yorker, born and raised. She's a special education teacher (and a mom)"
Brigit secures user data with 256-bit encryption that banks use
"We secure all of your data with the same 256-bit encryption that banks use"
According to CEO Zuben Mathews, Brigit changed millions of lives in just two years.
"In just two years we've already changed millions of lives — but we're just getting started."
The Brigit app has a 4.7+ rating with 562,000 reviews across App Store and Google Play.
"4.7+ rating with 562k reviews on the App Store and Google Play"
Bridge It, Inc. uses an Application Programming Interface supplied by Plaid Technologies, Inc. to gather customer data from financial institutions.
"the Company uses an Application Programming Interface supplied by Plaid Technologies, Inc. Plaid, used to gather your data from financial institutions."
Brigit offers identity theft protection coverage up to $1 million for data breaches.
"If you ever experience a data breach, we'll cover you for up to $1 million with identity theft protection"
Brigit completed a $35 million Series A funding round led by Lightspeed Venture Partners.
"Jeremy Liew from Lightspeed Venture Partners, which has led Brigit's $35 million Series A round of funding"
Zuben Mathews holds the position of Co-founder and CEO at Brigit.
"Zuben Mathews Co-founder and CEO"
Brigit's privacy practices have been verified by expert security agencies.
"our privacy has been verified by expert security agencies"
Brigit offers Earned Wage Access advance services in South Carolina pursuant to a license issued by the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs
"Brigit offers Earned Wage Access advance services in the state of South Carolina pursuant to a license issued by the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs"
Brigit members save an average of $344 per person in fees.
"an average of $344 per person. 1"
EY announced Zuben Mathews as a winner of the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 New York Award in August 2021.
"EY Announces Zuben Mathews as a winner of the Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2021 New York Award"
Hamel Kothari was recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 list in December 2021.
"Hamel Kothari is recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 list"
Brigit was recognized as the future of personal finance on Forbes Fintech 50 list in June 2022.
"Brigit recognized as the future of personal finance on Forbes Fintech 50 list"
Brigit announced $75 million in debt financing from Social Impact fund CIM in April 2021.
"Brigit Announces $75M in Debt Financing from Social Impact fund - CIM"
Brigit holds Earned Wage Access Services Provider License EWA.0000003 in Kansas
"Earned Wage Access Services Provider License – EWA.0000003"
83% of Brigit members report feeling less financially stressed.
"83% Report feeling less financially stressed 2"
Brigit reports Credit Builder payments to all three major credit bureaus: Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.
"Each payment is reported to the three major credit bureaus—Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion"
Brigit joined American Fintech Council in February 2024 to accelerate financial inclusion for millions of everyday Americans.
"Brigit Joins American Fintech Council to Accelerate Financial Inclusion for Millions of Everyday Americans"
Brigit offers 401K retirement plans with a wide range of options for employees.
"Choose from a wide range of plans to find the ones that suit your specific retirement plans and savings goals."
Brigit does not perform a hard credit pull or inquiry when users apply for Credit Builder accounts.
"Brigit does NOT perform a hard credit pull or inquiry, and there is no minimum credit score required to open the account"
Brigit provides phone and wifi stipend for hybrid and remote employees.
"Whether you're in a hybrid or remote role, we make sure our employees have what they need to work effectively outside of the office."
Brigit holds EWA Provider License EWA00008 in Nevada
"EWA Provider License – EWA00008"
Zuben Mathews is an immigrant from Delhi, India who came to Chicago for college.
"As an immigrant from Delhi, India who came to Chicago for college, Mathews had no credit score"
Brigit maintains a 4.7+ star rating based on 562,000 reviews across App Store and Google Play.
"4.7+ rating with 562k reviews on the App Store and Google Play"
Signing up for Brigit takes only 2 minutes according to their website.
"It only takes 2 minutes to sign up"
Brigit has 5 Employee Resource Groups to support diversity dimensions.
"To support the many dimensions of diversity that exist at Brigit, we have 5 Employee Resource Groups (and we're just getting started)."
Brigit provides top-quality health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage with multiple plan options.
"We offer top-quality health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and wellness) with options so you can select the plan that works best for you."
Hamel Kothari holds the position of Co-founder and CTO at Brigit.
"Hamel Kothari Co-founder and CTO"
Bridge It, Inc. is the legal corporate entity that operates under the brand name Brigit and provides financial services.
"Bridge It, Inc. ("Brigit," "we," "us," or "our") provides this Privacy Policy"
Brigit joined the American Fintech Council in February 2024 to accelerate financial inclusion.
"Brigit Joins American Fintech Council to Accelerate Financial Inclusion for Millions of Everyday Americans"
Brigit announced $75 million in debt financing from Social Impact fund CIM in April 2021.
"Brigit Announces $75M in Debt Financing from Social Impact fund - CIM"
Brigit has more than 12 million users according to their service claims.
"Join over 12 million users"
Brigit members save an average of over $500 each year.
"saving a member an average of over $500 each year"
Brigit Credit Builder reports each payment to Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion credit bureaus.
"Each payment is reported to the three major credit bureaus—Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion."
Brigit has a 4.7+ star rating with 562,000 reviews across the App Store and Google Play platforms.
"4.7+ rating with 562k reviews on the App Store and Google Play"
Users can cancel their Credit Builder loan account at any time, with the loan reported as paid in full.
"we do allow you to cancel your Credit Builder Loan Account at any time. Should you choose to do so, we will report the Credit Builder installment loan as "paid in full""
Brigit operates with no hidden costs or fees for users.
"With Brigit, there are no hidden costs, ever. Ever."
72% of Brigit members report performing better at their job.
"72% Report performing better at their job 2"
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