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Vimeo Player

Vimeo Player

A contemporary HTML5-based video player designed for seamless web video delivery

Design·Launched Jan 2014·0 upvotes·vimeo.com
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ALIVEverified Aug 24, 2026 · HTTP 200
CohortClass of 2014

What it is

A contemporary HTML5-based video player designed for seamless web video delivery. Offers native browser compatibility and modern playback capabilities for embedded video content.

HTTP liveness

17 probes since Jun 16
Jun 16Aug 24
AliveHard-dead (404/5xx/parked)RedirectedUnverified (timeout/DNS/block)

Observed events

probes · press · GitHub
  1. Jun 16, 2026
    First probe — live
    Alive · 200 OK

Funding history

6 rounds
Total raised
$2.0B
Latest valuation
Stage
public
Lead investors: IAC · IAC · IAC · IAC · IAC
Acquired
Sep 2025
Bending Spoons
$1.4B
source
Private
Jan 2021
IAC
Valuation: $5.0B
$300.0M
source
IPO
Nov 2020
IAC
Valuation: $2.8B
$150.0M
source
Private
2020
Thrive Capital, GIC
Valuation: $2.8B
$150.0M
source
Private
Jul 2008
Gannett
$10.0M
source
Acquired
Aug 2006
IAC
$21.0M
source
Data from SEC EDGAR Form D filings and press coverage. Round labels for SEC filings are inferred from filing sequence and amount.

Moat

IP / patents
strong

Vimeo has significant technological advantages through proprietary AI tools and patents in video compression, enabling them to deliver superior video quality and production efficiency compared to competitors. These elements create high switching costs for enterprise customers, enhancing their competitive moat.

  • webProprietary technology such as Vimeo AI accelerates workflows, resulting in up to 80% production time savings for non-pro users. source
  • webPatents in compression and adaptive bitrate streaming ensure reliable 8K/HDR playback that differentiates Vimeo from mass-market competitors. source
  • webBrand equity as a curated "gallery" rather than a "billboard" attracts loyalty from high-end brands, supporting premium pricing. source
  • webIntegrated distributions with platforms like Adobe and Shopify create a streamlined experience that enhances their service offering and customer retention. source
strong · 0.80 confidence · grounded in 4 sources
Website-grounded · May 2026

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Cohort survival · Class of 2014weekly

10,235 products launched in 2014 · 99% still active

10,131 active104 sunset
Still active
99%
Median lifespan
4.9y