WeLoveNoCode is a technology company.
WeLoveNoCode has raised $4.1M across 3 funding rounds.
WeLoveNoCode has raised $4.1M in total across 3 funding rounds.
WeLoveNoCode (WLNC) is a technology company that provides no-code development services, connecting businesses—especially early-stage startups—with vetted no-code experts to build web apps, mobile apps, automations, and software MVPs 10x faster and cheaper than traditional coding.[1][2] It serves startups and companies seeking cost-effective IT solutions via an automated platform offering unlimited access to contractors on a monthly subscription, solving the problem of expensive, slow custom development by democratizing no-code tools.[3][7] Founded in 2020, WLNC raised $4.2M before being acquired by Toptal in October 2023, achieving strong growth including nearing $1M MRR and expanding with key hires like Head of Sales Brent Haldiman.[1][3]
WeLoveNoCode was founded in 2020 by Nick Shevchenko and initially based in London, UK, later incorporating in San Francisco, California.[1][3] The idea emerged from the rising no-code movement, aiming to make development more cost-effective for everyone by matching businesses with no-code specialists for rapid prototyping and product launches.[3] Early traction included a successful funding round in 2022 to hire sales and marketing leaders, secure US visas, and open a US office in August that year; the company hit aggressive revenue targets ahead of schedule and planned national scaling.[3] This momentum culminated in its acquisition by Toptal in October 2023.[1]
WeLoveNoCode rides the no-code/low-code revolution, a trend exploding as businesses prioritize speed-to-market amid talent shortages and rising dev costs—projected to empower non-technical users to build apps via platforms like Airtable or Kissflow.[1] Timing was ideal post-2020, when remote work and startup booms amplified demand for affordable MVPs; market forces like AI integrations and enterprise adoption (e.g., Betty Blocks for scalable solutions) favored WLNC's model.[1][3] It influenced the ecosystem by normalizing no-code for big players, expanding beyond startups to pros like Tinder, and accelerating hypothesis testing—its Toptal acquisition amplifies this by merging with a elite freelance network.[1][5]
Post-acquisition, WeLoveNoCode's services likely integrate into Toptal's platform, enhancing no-code offerings for mission-critical projects like mobile apps and automations with top-tier talent in 48 hours.[1][4] Trends like AI-driven no-code (e.g., in workflows) and hybrid low-code adoption will shape its path, positioning it to capture enterprise demand as no-code matures beyond MVPs. Its influence may evolve from startup accelerator to global standard for efficient dev, tying back to its core mission of making no-code accessible—watch for scaled US expansion and deeper tool integrations under Toptal.[3][4]
WeLoveNoCode has raised $4.1M in total across 3 funding rounds.
WeLoveNoCode's investors include General Catalyst, Active Capital, Backstage Capital, Bedrock Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, CapitalX, Color Capital, Craft Ventures, Cyphr VC, Davidovs VC, Lightspeed Venture Partners, LOI Venture.
WeLoveNoCode has raised $4.1M across 3 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $3.0M Seed in April 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2022 | $3.0M Seed | General Catalyst | |
| Oct 1, 2021 | $1.0M Seed | Active Capital, Backstage Capital, Bedrock Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, CapitalX, Color Capital, Craft Ventures, Cyphr VC, Davidovs VC, Lightspeed Venture Partners, LOI Venture, Long Journey Ventures, Paradox Capital, Prototype Capital, Rising Tide Partners, SaaSholic Fund, Shaan's All Access Fund, The Club, The Hit Forge, Vibe Capital, Weekend Fund, Abe Burns, Alex Lieberman, Anthony Pompliano, Ben Tossell, Chris Herd, Dharmesh Shah, Greg Isenberg, Immad Akhund, Jaime Schmidt, Julian Shapiro, Justin Welsh, Kyle York, Moshe Lifschitz, Musaab Hakami, Paul Yacoubian, Sahil Lavingia, Sam Parr, Zack Kanter | |
| May 1, 2021 | $100K Seed | Davidovs VC, Geek Ventures |