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One of the first markets in the US where non-accredited investors can publicly trade investments in startups that have raised capital via Regulation Crowdfunding and Regulation A+. StartEngine Secondary is an alternative trading system regulated by the SEC and operated by StartEngine Primary, LLC, a broker dealer registered with the SEC and FINRA.

 

At first, only one company will be trading on StartEngine Secondary, and we plan to add many more in the future. We are pioneers in this industry, and we are excited to bring the chance for liquidity to our community and hopefully to many more investors in the future.

The Future Of Investing Is Here

Discover

Look through the startups that have subscribed to StartEngine Secondary and are currently trading.

Buy

Review offers by share price and quantity. Place a buy order at your desired price and number of shares, and if a match is made, your order is executed.

Trade

Buy more shares offered on Secondary or sell your previous investments if they are eligible to trade.

Traditionally, startup investors had to wait 5-10 years in order to see a return on their investment. They often had to wait for a liquidity event, such as the startup being acquired by another business or the company going public via an IPO. 5-10 years is a long time to wait.

 

We hope to change that with StartEngine Secondary. With our platform, users can not only invest in companies on StartEngine, but also trade with other investors if they are available. Investors should be aware that the only bids for their shares may be less than what they originally paid.

The Benefits

Why Trade on StartEngine Secondary?

Buyers

Buy shares in sought-after companies that choose to trade on StartEngine Secondary.

Sellers

Offer your shares on StartEngine Secondary and convert your investments into cash, if there are buyers interested in your offer.

Your Secondary Dashboard

Market History

Discover how a company has traded over time on Secondary and see the fluctuations of the company’s share price.

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Order Book

See all of the shares offered that are available to buy and compare different offers based on the price and number of shares being sold.

Your Order History

Keep track of the trades you’ve already made on Secondary.

Ready to Get Started?

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*All funds in your Investment Account are held with StartEngine Primary, LLC.

A company which intends to apply to list its securities on the marketplace will be subject to certain requirements which it may or may not be able to satisfy in a timely manner. Even if a company is qualified to list its securities on the market, there is no guarantee that a demand for these securities will exist. Even if a company does meet the requirements for listing its securities, we do not know the extent to which investor interest will lead to the development and maintenance of a liquid trading market. You should assume that you may not be able to liquidate your investment for some time or be able to pledge these shares as collateral.

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IN MAKING AN INVESTMENT DECISION, INVESTORS MUST RELY ON THEIR OWN EXAMINATION OF THE ISSUER AND THE TERMS OF THE OFFERING, INCLUDING THE MERITS AND RISKS INVOLVED. INVESTMENTS ON STARTENGINE ARE SPECULATIVE, ILLIQUID, AND INVOLVE A HIGH DEGREE OF RISK, INCLUDING THE POSSIBLE LOSS OF YOUR ENTIRE INVESTMENT.

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Investment opportunities posted and accessible through the site are of three types:

1) Regulation A offerings (JOBS Act Title IV; known as Regulation A+), which are offered to non-accredited and accredited investors alike. These offerings are made through StartEngine Primary, LLC (unless otherwise indicated). 2) Regulation D offerings (Rule 506(c)), which are offered only to accredited investors. These offerings are made through StartEngine Primary, LLC. 3) Regulation Crowdfunding offerings (JOBS Act Title III), which are offered to non-accredited and accredited investors alike. These offerings are made through StartEngine Capital, LLC. Some of these offerings are open to the general public, however there are important differences and risks.

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All investment opportunities are based on indicated interest from sellers and will need to be confirmed.

Investing in private company securities is not suitable for all investors. An investment in private company securities is highly speculative and involves a high degree of risk. It should only be considered a long-term investment. You must be prepared to withstand a total loss of your investment. Private company securities are also highly illiquid, and there is no guarantee that a market will develop for such securities. Each investment also carries its own specific risks, and you should complete your own independent due diligence regarding the investment. This includes obtaining additional information about the company, opinions, financial projections, and legal or other investment advice. Accordingly, investing in private company securities is appropriate only for those investors who can tolerate a high degree of risk and do not require a liquid investment.

StartEngine Marketplace (“SE Marketplace”) is a website operated by StartEngine Primary, LLC (“SE Primary”), a broker-dealer that is registered with the SEC and a member of FINRA and the SIPC. StartEngine Bulletin Board ("SE BB") is a bulletin board platform that advertises interest in shares of private companies that previously executed Reg CF or Reg A offerings. SE BB enables shareholders to communicate interest in potential sales of shares in private companies and investors to discover, review, and potentially invest in private companies. As a bulletin board platform, SE BB provides a venue for investors to access information about private company offerings and connect with potential sellers. SE BB is distinct and separate from StartEngine Secondary (“SE Secondary”), which is an SEC-registered Alternative Trading System (ATS) operated by SE Primary. SE Secondary facilitates the trading of securities by matching orders between buyers and sellers and facilitating executions of trades on the platform. While a security may be displayed on the bulletin board, these securities will be subject to certain restrictions which may prevent the ability to buy and sell these securities in a timely manner, if at all. Even if a security is qualified to be displayed on the bulletin board, there is no guarantee an active trading market for the securities will ever develop, or if developed, be maintained. You should assume that you may not be able to liquidate your investment for some time or be able to pledge these shares as collateral.

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