Fauna

Cloud-based document relational database service

San Mateo, California, United States

About Fauna

Fauna offers a document relational database that operates as a cloud API, making it accessible over the internet without the need for physical hardware. This database is designed for developers and businesses across various industries, providing a scalable and reliable solution for data management. It ensures high availability by recording data across at least three nodes, which enhances consistency and reliability. Fauna's subscription-based model charges clients based on their data storage and transaction usage, allowing them to adjust their database needs flexibly. This approach differentiates Fauna from competitors by aligning with modern business requirements for efficient data management.

San Mateo, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$106.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, & life insurance
Paid sick leave
Stock options
Unlimited PTO
The best equipment

Risks

Increased competition from new cloud database entrants like PlanetScale and Yugabyte.
Complex pricing model may lead to unexpected costs for users.
Dependence on third-party integrations poses risks if platforms change APIs or terms.

Differentiation

Fauna offers a globally distributed document-relational database via a cloud API.
Fauna's database ensures data consistency with at least three data nodes per record.
Fauna integrates seamlessly with serverless ecosystems, supporting GraphQL and custom business logic.

Upsides

Fauna's AI Assistant enhances developer productivity with AI-driven tools.
Fauna Logs provide essential visibility into application performance and cost.
Integration with Airbyte meets demand for seamless data connectivity across platforms.