Stripe, Inc.

Based in California, US, and founded in 2010, Stripe, Inc. is a financial technology company that provides comprehensive payment processing solutions and financial infrastructure for businesses globally. Stripe, Inc. specializes in online payment processing solutions, enabling businesses to accept multiple payment types seamlessly.

The company was founded by John Collison and Patrick Collison. Stripe has its headquarters in South San Francisco, California, US. In February 2026, Coatue Management, Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive Capital, the company's management and other investors, agreed to acquire a stake in Stripe, Inc. from employees.

Financial terms were not disclosed. Stripe's core offerings include a suite of financial infrastructure products that facilitate online payment processing and financial operations for diverse businesses. Their solutions allow merchants to accept various payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and digital wallets, supporting e-commerce platforms and subscription services. Stripe also offers advanced features like fraud prevention, recurring billing systems, and customizable payment solutions, which enhance transaction security and user experience.

Their client base ranges from small startups to large enterprises across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, effectively serving sectors such as retail, technology, and non-profit organizations. Stripe offers transparent, pay-as-you-go pricing for UK businesses with no setup or monthly fees. Standard UK card transactions are charged at 1. 5% + 20p, while premium UK cards incur 1.

9% + 20p. European Economic Area cards are charged 2. 5% + 20p, and international cards 3. 25% + 20p, with an additional 2% for currency conversion.

Stripe Billing is priced at 0. 7% of billing volume for pay-as-you-go users, or £450/month for up to EUR 70,000 in billing volume under a subscription plan.