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Based in Portland, Oregon, Circle Media develops parental control hardware devices and software applications designed to help families manage screen time, filter inappropriate content, and monitor internet activity across various connected devices. Operating within the consumer technology sector, the organization provides customizable digital safety solutions that target parents seeking to secure their children's online environments. Prior to its strategic exit, the company raised $33 million in total funding, generated approximately $13.4 million in revenue, and maintained a workforce of 11 to 50 employees. The corporate leadership team features executives who previously held senior roles at prominent multinational corporations, including recognizable entities such as IBM, PwC, McAfee, and Intel. In December 2021, Circle Media was officially acquired by the digital security provider Aura, integrating its specialized family safety technology into a broader suite of consumer protection services.
Circle Media has raised $30.0M across 2 funding rounds.
Circle Media has raised $30.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Circle Media has raised $30.0M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $20.0M Series B in February 2019.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 22, 2019 | $20M Series B | — | Netgear, Relay Ventures, Third Kind Venture Capital, T Mobile Ventures | Announced |
| May 1, 2017 | $10M Series A | Geoff Beattie | LOI Venture, Mark Cuban | Announced |
Circle Media has raised $30.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Circle Media's investors include Netgear, Relay Ventures, Third Kind Venture Capital, T-Mobile Ventures, Kevin Talbot, LOI Venture, Mark Cuban.
Circle Media Labs Inc. is a technology company specializing in digital parental controls and screen time management solutions designed to help families manage their online experiences healthily and safely. Their flagship product, Circle Home Plus, offers comprehensive control over content and time spent online across all Wi-Fi and mobile devices, enabling parents to set limits, filter content, and monitor usage. Circle serves families with children, addressing the growing concern of digital wellbeing and online safety. The company has demonstrated strong growth momentum, with $13.4 million in revenue and strategic partnerships with major digital communications providers like NETGEAR, T-Mobile, and Sky, and was acquired by Aura in 2021 to expand its digital security offerings[1][2][3][4].
Founded in 2014 by three fathers who wanted to create a safer and more balanced internet experience for their families, Circle Media Labs emerged from a personal need to steward children’s online activity both at home and on the go. The founders’ background is rooted in technology and family-focused innovation, which shaped the company’s mission to help families build healthy digital habits. Early traction came from the popularity of their parental control device and app, which quickly positioned Circle as a category leader in screen time management. The company’s evolution included strategic funding rounds and partnerships that expanded its reach and capabilities, culminating in its acquisition by Aura in December 2021[1][2][4].
Circle Media Labs rides the rising trend of digital wellbeing and online safety, responding to increasing parental concerns about screen time, content exposure, and children’s digital habits. The timing is critical as device proliferation and remote learning have intensified screen use among children. Market forces such as regulatory attention on child online protection and consumer demand for easy-to-use parental controls favor Circle’s growth. By partnering with major ISPs and device manufacturers, Circle influences the broader ecosystem by setting standards for family-focused digital management and contributing to safer internet practices for children worldwide[1][2][4].
Looking ahead, Circle is poised to deepen its integration with digital security platforms through Aura, expanding beyond screen time management into holistic family cybersecurity. Trends such as AI-driven content filtering, personalized digital wellbeing coaching, and expanded mobile device management will likely shape Circle’s product roadmap. As digital life becomes more complex, Circle’s influence may grow as a trusted guardian of family digital health, helping parents navigate evolving challenges. Their mission to balance technology use with family wellbeing remains highly relevant, suggesting sustained demand and innovation in this space[1][4].
