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Frate

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Frate is a Toronto-based startup whose returns automation platform helps retailers reduce overall returns volume and address return fraud. Its platform includes personalized exchange recommendations, an AI-powered virtual condition assessment, and peer-to-peer returns to lower return-associated costs. The company says these features boost retailers' bottom lines and improve customer outcomes. Frate has delivered value to partners including Arezzo&Co., Peace Collective, Honey, Canada Pooch, and Felina. The startup announced an oversubscribed seed round, signaling investor demand and supporting plans to further develop its platform and expand capabilities. With the new financing Frate aims to continue preventing unnecessary returns and improving returns management across retail brands.

Total raised
$3M
Funding rounds
1
Latest round
Seed
Latest activity
Oct 2024

Industries

  • Peer to Peer
  • Retail Technology
  • Shipping
  • Software
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Recent funding

  1. Seed

    Oct 2024

    $3M

Team