hellobrigit | Verified Entity Profile
Financial technology company that operates the Brigit app, providing cash advances and financial services to help users avoid fees and build credit.
Verified Claims about hellobrigit (152)
Verified Claim: Brigit reached $100M in revenue
Brigit achieved $100 million in revenue as reported in April 2024.
Verified Claim: Kevin Durant invested in Brigit through Thirty Five Ventures
Kevin Durant's investment firm Thirty Five Ventures invested in Brigit in January 2021.
Verified Claim: Hamel Kothari grew up in Lowell, Massachusetts
Hamel Kothari grew up in a low-income household in Lowell, Massachusetts.
Verified Claim: Brigit has over 12 million users
Brigit has over 12 million users who trust the platform to improve their financial health.
Verified Claim: Brigit Instant Cash is not credit or a loan
Brigit Instant Cash is not credit and any advance obtained through it is not a loan.
Verified Claim: Brigit requires supported bank account with 90-day transaction history
Users must have a checking account with Brigit's supported banks that allows third-party data aggregators to view 90 days of transactions.
Verified Claim: Brigit provides identity theft protection up to $1 million
Brigit offers identity theft protection coverage up to $1 million along with full credit reports.
Verified Claim: Standard delivery takes 2-3 business days
Standard cash advance delivery takes 2-3 business days and is free.
Verified Claim: Brigit shares customer information for everyday business purposes
Brigit shares customer personal information for everyday business purposes such as processing transactions and maintaining accounts.
Verified Claim: More than three-quarters of Americans live paycheck to paycheck
More than three-quarters of the American population live paycheck to paycheck.
Verified Claim: Brigit subscription required for Credit Builder
A Brigit subscription is required to use the Credit Builder service.
Verified Claim: Brigit registered with California DFPI as Income-Based Advance Provider
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
Verified Claim: Brigit recognized on Forbes Fintech 50 list in June 2022
Brigit was recognized as the future of personal finance on Forbes Fintech 50 list in June 2022.
Verified Claim: Credit Builder offers up to $1 million identity theft protection
Brigit provides up to $1 million in identity theft protection as part of their services.
Verified Claim: Brigit saved members over $2 billion in fees
Brigit has saved their members over $2 billion in fees total.
Verified Claim: Brigit operates in all 50 states
Brigit serves members in 50 states.
Verified Claim: Privacy Policy last updated July 16, 2025
Brigit's Privacy Policy was last updated on July 16, 2025.
Verified Claim: Brigit provides financial wellness content and tips
Brigit operates a blog providing financial wellness tips covering budgeting, credit, saving, smart spending, and earning topics.
Verified Claim: Brentt Mellon works as maintenance planner in Ohio
Brentt Mellon works in Ohio as a maintenance planner for a global refractory company.
Verified Claim: Brigit has 4.7+ rating with 562k reviews
Brigit has a 4.7+ rating with 562,000 reviews on App Store and Google Play
Verified Claim: Many Americans lack $400 for emergencies
Many Americans don't have $400 saved away for emergencies.
Verified Claim: Bridge IT, Inc. operates hellobrigit website
Bridge IT, Inc. operates the website located at www.hellobrigit.com and associated services.
Verified Claim: Brigit charges no late fees
Brigit does not charge late fees according to their service description
Verified Claim: Brigit holds California CCFPL Registration for Income-Based Advances
Brigit holds California Consumer Financial Protection Law Registration for Income-Based Advances with ID 04-CCFPL-2429907-3473890
Verified Claim: Customer contact email is [email protected]
Bridge It, Inc. provides [email protected] as the contact email address for customer inquiries and privacy-related requests.
Verified Claim: Coastal Community Bank provides Brigit Credit Builder accounts
Brigit Credit Builder accounts are provided by Coastal Community Bank, Member FDIC – NMLS ID 462289
Verified Claim: Brigit guarantees customer care response within 24 hours
If Sonny cannot resolve an issue, customers are routed to a Customer Care Associate and receive a response within 24 hours
Verified Claim: Requires 3 recurring deposits from same source
Brigit requires users to have at least 3 recurring deposits from the same employer or source to qualify.
Verified Claim: Brigit requires US citizenship or legal residency
To use Brigit services, users must be a US citizen or legal US resident and at least 18 years old.
Verified Claim: Brigit serves over 12 million users
More than 12 million people use Brigit to improve their financial health.
Verified Claim: Brigit has 4.7+ rating with 562k reviews
Brigit has a 4.7+ rating with 562,000 reviews on App Store and Google Play combined.
Verified Claim: Finance Helper is part of Brigit Free plan
Finance Helper is included as part of the Brigit Free plan offering.
Verified Claim: Brigit is a financial wellness app for Americans
Brigit is a financial wellness app helping Americans build a brighter financial future, get cash, build credit, budget better, and find side gigs.
Verified Claim: Credit Builder offers 24-month loans
Brigit's Credit Builder helps users open a 24-month loan with funds kept in a locked deposit account.
Verified Claim: Brigit Credit Builder minimum payment is $1 per month
Users can build credit with Brigit Credit Builder by saving as little as $1 per month.
Verified Claim: Brigit has 4.7+ rating with 562k reviews
Brigit has a 4.7+ star rating with 562,000 reviews on the App Store and Google Play.
Verified Claim: Hamel Kothari recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 list
Hamel Kothari was recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 list in December 2021.
Verified Claim: Brigit uses 256-bit encryption
Brigit secures user data with 256-bit encryption, the same level used by banks.
Verified Claim: Typical overdraft fee amount is $34
Banks typically charge about $34 per overdraft transaction
Verified Claim: Brigit has over 9 million members
Brigit has over 9 million members according to their website description
Verified Claim: Brigit provides paid parental leave
Brigit offers paid parental leave as an employee benefit.
Verified Claim: Brigit uses 256-bit encryption for financial information protection
Brigit uses 256-bit encryption to protect financial information, which is the same encryption standard used by banks.
Verified Claim: Checking account must be active for 60 days
To qualify for Brigit Instant Cash, users' checking accounts must be active for at least 60 days.
Verified Claim: Brigit has never conducted layoffs
Brigit has never conducted layoffs and is dedicated to providing a secure work environment.
Verified Claim: Brigit has 4.7+ rating with 562k reviews
Brigit has a 4.7+ rating with 562,000 reviews on the App Store and Google Play combined.
Verified Claim: Zuben Mathews is Brigit's Co-founder and CEO
Zuben Mathews holds the position of Co-founder and CEO at Brigit.
Verified Claim: Brigit is a financial wellness app for Americans
Brigit is a financial wellness app helping Americans build a brighter financial future, get cash, build credit, budget better, and find side gigs.
Verified Claim: Many Americans don't have $400 for emergencies
Many Americans don't have $400 saved for emergency expenses.
Verified Claim: Upbound Group, Inc. is a Brigit affiliate
Upbound Group, Inc. is listed as an affiliate company of Bridge It, Inc. related by common ownership or control.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers cash advances without credit checks
Brigit provides cash advance approvals without conducting credit checks or charging late fees.
Verified Claim: Hamel Kothari is Brigit's Co-founder and CTO
Hamel Kothari holds the position of Co-founder and CTO at Brigit.
Verified Claim: Bridge It Inc operates as Brigit with NMLS ID 2429907
Products and Services offered by Bridge It, Inc., doing business as "Brigit" – NMLS ID 2429907
Verified Claim: Express Delivery provides cash within 20 minutes
Brigit's Express Delivery service delivers cash advances within 20 minutes for a fee.
Verified Claim: Brigit has over 12 million users
Brigit has over 12 million people who trust the service to improve their financial health.
Verified Claim: Brigit members saved over $250M in fees since launch
Brigit helped members save more than $250 million in fees since the company's launch.
Verified Claim: Brigit uses PIN and phone verification for account access
Brigit uses PIN and phone verification methods to secure user account access.
Verified Claim: Brigit helped members save over $250M in fees
Brigit helped members save more than $250 million in fees since launch as of January 2021.
Verified Claim: Upbound Group acquired Brigit in January 2025
Upbound Group closed acquisition of Brigit, a leading financial health technology firm, in January 2025.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers $1 million identity theft protection
Brigit provides up to $1 million coverage for identity theft protection in case of data breach
Verified Claim: Kevin Durant invested in Brigit through Thirty Five Ventures
Kevin Durant's Thirty Five Ventures made an investment in Brigit in January 2021.
Verified Claim: Christopher Arroyo is a veteran on disability
Christopher Arroyo is a veteran receiving disability benefits with a daughter.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers paid parental leave benefit
Brigit provides paid parental leave as an employee benefit.
Verified Claim: Brigit team has experience at major companies
Brigit's team includes people with experience at Amazon, Deutsche Bank, Palantir, and Two Sigma.
Verified Claim: Banks made $33 billion in overdraft fees
Banks made at least $33 billion in overdraft fees according to a Moebs Services report
Verified Claim: Brigit has over 9 million members
Brigit has over 9 million members who trust the platform to improve their financial health.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers 24/7 AI customer support via email
Brigit provides 24/7 customer support through an AI Agent named Sonny at [email protected]
Verified Claim: Brigit offers cash advances without late fees or credit checks
Brigit provides cash advances with no late fees and no credit check required.
Verified Claim: Brigit works with over 6,000 financial institutions
Brigit is compatible with over 6,000 banks and credit unions.
Verified Claim: Brigit serves over 12 million members
Brigit has over 12 million members using their service.
Verified Claim: More than three-quarters of Americans live paycheck to paycheck
More than three-quarters of the American population live paycheck to paycheck.
Verified Claim: Upbound Group acquired Brigit in January 2025
Upbound Group completed the acquisition of Brigit, a financial health technology firm, in January 2025.
Verified Claim: Brigit helps users avoid overdrafts and access cash
Brigit provides tools to help users avoid overdrafts and access cash when needed.
Verified Claim: Brigit terms last revised November 26, 2025
Brigit's Terms of Service were last revised on November 26, 2025.
Verified Claim: Brigit implements multi-factor authentication for account security
Brigit implements multi-factor authentication, automatic logouts, and ID verification to prevent unauthorized access.
Verified Claim: Brigit score ranges from 0-100
Brigit calculates a proprietary score ranging from 0 to 100 to determine user eligibility.
Verified Claim: Brigit has over 12 million users
Brigit has joined more than 12 million users according to their homepage.
Verified Claim: Brigit raised $35M Series A funding in January 2021
Brigit raised $35 million in Series A funding in January 2021.
Verified Claim: Brigit launched in January 2019
Brigit, a holistic financial app, was launched in January 2019.
Verified Claim: Brigit charges no late fees
Brigit does not charge late fees on cash advances.
Verified Claim: Brigit provides security support via email contact
Brigit provides security support and can be contacted at info@hellobrigit.com for security questions or concerns.
Verified Claim: Monthly contributions range from $1 to $25
Users can choose to contribute between $1 to $25 towards their monthly Credit Builder payment.
Verified Claim: Brigit provides $25-$500 instant cash advances
Brigit's Instant Cash service provides cash advances ranging from $25 to $500.
Verified Claim: Brigit team has experience from major companies
Brigit's team includes people with experience from Amazon, Deutsche Bank, Palantir, Two Sigma and other companies.
Verified Claim: Brigit requires no credit check
Brigit does not require a credit check for approval
Verified Claim: Brigit offers services to fight bank fees and manage expenses
Brigit provides services to help users fight bank fees, repair credit, make money, and better manage expenses.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers 401K retirement plans
Brigit provides 401K retirement plans with a wide range of options for employees.
Verified Claim: Credit Builder deposits are held at Coastal Community Bank
Brigit deposits Credit Builder installment loans into FDIC insured deposit accounts with Coastal Community Bank.
Verified Claim: Brigit provides up to $1 million identity theft protection
Brigit offers identity theft protection coverage up to $1 million along with full credit reports.
Verified Claim: Brigit has 5 Employee Resource Groups
Brigit has 5 Employee Resource Groups to support workplace diversity dimensions.
Verified Claim: Brigit raised $35M Series A funding in January 2021
Brigit raised $35 million through Series A funding round in January 2021.
Verified Claim: Brigit requires no credit check
Brigit's cash advance service does not require a credit check for approval.
Verified Claim: Brigit members saved over $250 million in fees
Since launch, Brigit members have saved over $250 million in fees in aggregate.
Verified Claim: Zuben Mathews won EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 New York Award
EY announced Zuben Mathews as a winner of the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 New York Award in August 2021.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers credit building for $1/month
Brigit offers credit building services starting at $1 per month to help build positive payment history.
Verified Claim: Brigit advances require no fees or charges
No fee or charge is required to obtain a Brigit advance; all fees and charges are for optional services only.
Verified Claim: Brigit signup takes 2 minutes
It takes 2 minutes to sign up for Brigit
Verified Claim: Minimum qualifying score ranges 40-100
The minimum Brigit score required to qualify for Instant Cash can range from 40 to 100.
Verified Claim: Brigit holds Arizona Collection Agency License CA-2010847
Brigit holds Collection Agency License CA-2010847 in Arizona
Verified Claim: Brigit requires no credit check for signup
Brigit does not require a credit check for users to sign up.
Verified Claim: Brigit collects Social Security numbers and employment information
Brigit collects personal information including Social Security numbers, employment information, income, and account balances from customers.
Verified Claim: Brigit has over 9 million members
Brigit has over 9 million members who trust the platform to improve their financial health.
Verified Claim: Brigit has over 12 million users
Brigit has more than 12 million app users
Verified Claim: 90% of members report stress reduction
More than 90 percent of Brigit members say they have experienced a significant reduction of stress since joining.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers credit building for $1/month
Brigit offers credit building services for as little as $1 per month to help build positive payment history.
Verified Claim: Brigit requires no credit check
Brigit does not require a credit check for signup
Verified Claim: Brigit provides overdraft notifications
Brigit notifies users if they are likely to overdraft their account
Verified Claim: Brigit has never conducted layoffs
Brigit has never conducted layoffs according to their careers page.
Verified Claim: Brigit Instant Cash advances have no repayment obligation
Users have no obligation to repay any advance obtained through Brigit Instant Cash under the Terms of Service.
Verified Claim: Brigit charges $10 monthly fee
Brigit charges a flat monthly fee of $10 per month.
Verified Claim: Brigit partners with Coastal Community Bank for banking services
Bridge It, Inc. works with Coastal Community Bank to provide banking services and products to customers.
Verified Claim: Coastal Community Bank issues Credit Builder loans
Brigit Credit Builder installment loans are issued by Coastal Community Bank, Member FDIC.
Verified Claim: Credit Builder not available in all states
Brigit's Credit Builder loans are not available in all states.
Verified Claim: Brigit hit $100M in revenue by April 2024
Kevin Durant-backed wage-access company Brigit reached $100 million in revenue by April 2024.
Verified Claim: Dominique Phillips is a special education teacher
Dominique Phillips works as a special education teacher in New York.
Verified Claim: Brigit uses 256-bit encryption
Brigit secures user data with 256-bit encryption that banks use
Verified Claim: Brigit claims to have changed millions of lives in two years
According to CEO Zuben Mathews, Brigit changed millions of lives in just two years.
Verified Claim: Brigit app has 4.7+ rating with 562k reviews
The Brigit app has a 4.7+ rating with 562,000 reviews across App Store and Google Play.
Verified Claim: Brigit uses Plaid Technologies API for data gathering
Bridge It, Inc. uses an Application Programming Interface supplied by Plaid Technologies, Inc. to gather customer data from financial institutions.
Verified Claim: Brigit provides identity theft protection up to $1 million
Brigit offers identity theft protection coverage up to $1 million for data breaches.
Verified Claim: Brigit raised $35 million Series A
Brigit completed a $35 million Series A funding round led by Lightspeed Venture Partners.
Verified Claim: Zuben Mathews is Co-founder and CEO of Brigit
Zuben Mathews holds the position of Co-founder and CEO at Brigit.
Verified Claim: Brigit's privacy has been verified by expert security agencies
Brigit's privacy practices have been verified by expert security agencies.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers services in South Carolina under SCDCA license
Brigit offers Earned Wage Access advance services in South Carolina pursuant to a license issued by the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs
Verified Claim: Average member saves $344 in fees
Brigit members save an average of $344 per person in fees.
Verified Claim: Zuben Mathews won EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 New York Award
EY announced Zuben Mathews as a winner of the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 New York Award in August 2021.
Verified Claim: Hamel Kothari recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 list
Hamel Kothari was recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 list in December 2021.
Verified Claim: Brigit included on Forbes Fintech 50 list in June 2022
Brigit was recognized as the future of personal finance on Forbes Fintech 50 list in June 2022.
Verified Claim: Brigit secured $75M debt financing from CIM in April 2021
Brigit announced $75 million in debt financing from Social Impact fund CIM in April 2021.
Verified Claim: Brigit holds Kansas Earned Wage Access Services Provider License
Brigit holds Earned Wage Access Services Provider License EWA.0000003 in Kansas
Verified Claim: 83% report less financial stress
83% of Brigit members report feeling less financially stressed.
Verified Claim: Brigit reports to all three major credit bureaus
Brigit reports Credit Builder payments to all three major credit bureaus: Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.
Verified Claim: Brigit joined American Fintech Council in February 2024
Brigit joined American Fintech Council in February 2024 to accelerate financial inclusion for millions of everyday Americans.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers 401K retirement plans
Brigit offers 401K retirement plans with a wide range of options for employees.
Verified Claim: Brigit does not perform hard credit pulls for Credit Builder
Brigit does not perform a hard credit pull or inquiry when users apply for Credit Builder accounts.
Verified Claim: Brigit provides phone and wifi stipend
Brigit provides phone and wifi stipend for hybrid and remote employees.
Verified Claim: Brigit holds Nevada EWA Provider License EWA00008
Brigit holds EWA Provider License EWA00008 in Nevada
Verified Claim: Zuben Mathews immigrated from Delhi, India
Zuben Mathews is an immigrant from Delhi, India who came to Chicago for college.
Verified Claim: Brigit has 4.7+ rating with 562k reviews
Brigit maintains a 4.7+ star rating based on 562,000 reviews across App Store and Google Play.
Verified Claim: Brigit signup takes 2 minutes
Signing up for Brigit takes only 2 minutes according to their website.
Verified Claim: Brigit has 5 Employee Resource Groups
Brigit has 5 Employee Resource Groups to support diversity dimensions.
Verified Claim: Brigit offers medical, dental, vision, and wellness insurance
Brigit provides top-quality health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage with multiple plan options.
Verified Claim: Hamel Kothari is Co-founder and CTO of Brigit
Hamel Kothari holds the position of Co-founder and CTO at Brigit.
Verified Claim: Bridge It, Inc. is the legal name of Brigit
Bridge It, Inc. is the legal corporate entity that operates under the brand name Brigit and provides financial services.
Verified Claim: Brigit joined American Fintech Council in February 2024
Brigit joined the American Fintech Council in February 2024 to accelerate financial inclusion.
Verified Claim: Brigit received $75M debt financing from CIM in April 2021
Brigit announced $75 million in debt financing from Social Impact fund CIM in April 2021.
Verified Claim: Brigit has over 12 million users
Brigit has more than 12 million users according to their service claims.
Verified Claim: Average member saves over $500 annually
Brigit members save an average of over $500 each year.
Verified Claim: Payments reported to three major credit bureaus
Brigit Credit Builder reports each payment to Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion credit bureaus.
Verified Claim: Brigit has 4.7+ rating with 562k reviews on App Store and Google Play
Brigit has a 4.7+ star rating with 562,000 reviews across the App Store and Google Play platforms.
Verified Claim: Credit Builder users can cancel accounts at any time
Users can cancel their Credit Builder loan account at any time, with the loan reported as paid in full.
Verified Claim: Brigit has no hidden fees policy
Brigit operates with no hidden costs or fees for users.
Verified Claim: 72% report better job performance
72% of Brigit members report performing better at their job.