
Universe is a no-code website builder that allows users to create websites visually using a drag-and-drop interface. It supports building various types of sites, including online stores, portfolios, blogs, and fan sites, with hundreds of templates or the option to start from scratch. The platform also offers AI tools for generating website elements. Key features include e-commerce capabilities with discounted shipping labels, built-in analytics for tracking site traffic and growing mailing lists, and integrations with popular platforms like PayPal and YouTube. Universe offers multiple pricing plans: Free, Base, Pro, and Complete, catering to different user needs from simple personal sites to advanced e-commerce businesses. They were a winner of the 2023 Apple Design Award.

Universe is a no-code website builder that allows users to create websites visually using a drag-and-drop interface. It supports building various types of sites, including online stores, portfolios, blogs, and fan sites, with hundreds of templates or the option to start from scratch. The platform also offers AI tools for generating website elements. Key features include e-commerce capabilities with discounted shipping labels, built-in analytics for tracking site traffic and growing mailing lists, and integrations with popular platforms like PayPal and YouTube. Universe offers multiple pricing plans: Free, Base, Pro, and Complete, catering to different user needs from simple personal sites to advanced e-commerce businesses. They were a winner of the 2023 Apple Design Award.
Product: Mobile-first, no-code visual website builder with drag-and-drop blocks, hosting, commerce, analytics, and AI tools
Headquarters / Founded: Brooklyn, New York; founded 2014
Founder / CEO: Joseph Cohen
Funding (total): Approximately $47.3M (multiple rounds; latest Series B Dec 6, 2021)
Notable recognition: 2023 Apple Design Award winner
No-code website creation and basic e-commerce for mobile-first creators and small businesses
2014
No-code website builders / Web publishing / E-commerce tooling
Most recent round reported on Dec 6, 2021
“GV; Addition; Javelin Venture Partners; General Catalyst; Box Group; Eniac Ventures; Greylock Partners”