Tumblbug operates a crowdfunding platform focused on independent creators, offering a simpler payment system and tools for community building between creators and fans. The site hosts projects across web cartoons, games, publishing, music, video and illustrations and emphasizes ongoing creator–supporter relationships rather than one-off product launches. Since its 2011 founding by Jaeseung Yum, Tumblbug has grown rapidly: more than 1,800 projects have launched, the platform reports a roughly 65% success rate, and it has seen more than 4.4 billion KRW (nearly US$4M) in pledged funding. The company says platform funding has increased 2–3× year-over-year and highlights notable successes such as the Sundance-winning film Jiseul. Tumblbug plans to deepen creator integrations and community features and is working with partners to expand crowdfunding into additional media categories. Operationally the platform is positioned as a social utility for creators across Korea and Asia, connecting projects with fans and supporters.

Total raised

$2M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Series A

Latest activity

Jun 2015