Indonesia's startup scene is defined by a heavy focus on financial technology. Companies like DANA and Xendit have attracted major investment, raising over $554.5M and $534.7M respectively.
While fintech is dominant, other startups are addressing needs in quick commerce and specialized human resources. The full list presents the 34 key companies shaping Indonesia's current market.
Below is our list of 34 Indonesia startups worth keeping an eye on.
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| Headquarters | Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | Peter Panas, Will Ongkowidjaja |
| Funding Amount | $199.2M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Venture Round |
| Top Investors | Alumni Ventures, Village Global, Goodwater Capital, XYZ Venture Capital, Better Capital |
ASTRO runs a quick commerce platform in Indonesia, delivering groceries and essentials to customers on demand. They are focused on speed, promising to deliver orders in just 15 minutes.
| Headquarters | Grogol, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2021 |
| Founders | Jessica Jap, Marcella Moniaga, Sherlyn Gautama, Vincent Tjendra, Wandi Budianto |
| Funding Amount | $143.5M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series C |
| Top Investors | Accel, Peak XV Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, SBI Investment, Goodwater Capital |
DANA built an all-in-one digital wallet to simplify daily transactions for people across Indonesia. Their platform supports everything from QR code payments to sending money, part of a broader mission to advance the country's financial inclusion.
| Headquarters | Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2017 |
| Founders | Vincent Henry Iswaratioso |
| Funding Amount | $554.5M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Secondary Market |
| Top Investors | Lazada Group, Living Lab Ventures, Endeavor Indonesia |
Stockbit operates a social investing platform for Indonesian traders and investors to share ideas and information. They bring together market data and community discussion to help users make more informed decisions.
| Headquarters | Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2012 |
| Founders | Johny Susanto, Sigit Kouwagam, Wellson Lo |
| Funding Amount | $49M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series C |
| Top Investors | 500 Global, Peak XV Partners, Quona Capital, East Ventures, EV Growth |
Pintarnya built a job platform that connects Indonesia's blue-collar workers with new employment opportunities. The company's mobile app also provides integrated financial services to help users manage their income.
| Headquarters | Pasar Minggu, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2022 |
| Founders | Ghirish Pokardas, Henry Hendrawan, Nelly Nurmalasari |
| Funding Amount | $31.1M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | General Catalyst, Peak XV Partners, Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India, East Ventures, Square Peg Capital |
Amartha built a fintech platform that connects investors with micro-entrepreneurs seeking business capital. They specialize in providing inclusive financial services for unbanked communities, with a particular focus on supporting women in rural areas.
| Headquarters | Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2010 |
| Founders | Andi Taufan Garuda Putra |
| Funding Amount | $431.6M |
| Startup Size | Enterprise Organization (5,001+) |
| Last Funding Status | Debt Financing |
| Top Investors | International Finance Corporation, Flybridge, Finnfund, UOB Venture, MDI Ventures |
PasarPolis built an online insurance marketplace to help individuals compare and purchase policies from various providers. Their platform simplifies the insurance buying process, offering a wide selection of products in one place.
| Headquarters | Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Cleosent Randing |
| Funding Amount | $71M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Undisclosed |
| Top Investors | International Finance Corporation, SBI Investment, Alpha JWC Ventures, LeapFrog Investments, East Ventures |
Mekari builds a suite of cloud-based SaaS products designed to automate business operations for Indonesian companies. Their platform integrates tools for core functions such as human resources, accounting, and tax management.
| Headquarters | Jakarta Pusat, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Anthony Kosasih, Daniel Witono, Dirman Suharno, Suwandi Soh |
| Funding Amount | $71M |
| Startup Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series E |
| Top Investors | East Ventures, BEENEXT, Mandiri Capital Indonesia (MCI), EV Growth, Money Forward |
Xendit builds digital payment infrastructure for businesses ranging from small startups to large enterprises. Their technology allows companies to easily accept online payments and manage complex financial workflows.
| Headquarters | Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Founders | Bo Chen, Moses Lo, Tessa Wijaya |
| Funding Amount | $534.7M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series D |
| Top Investors | Insight Partners, Accel, Y Combinator, Kleiner Perkins, Coatue |
Investree runs a B2B marketplace lending platform that provides financing solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises. They focus on connecting business borrowers with lenders through their financial technology, making it easier for SMEs to access capital.
| Headquarters | Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Adrian Asharyanto Gunadi, Aida Sutanto, Amir Amiruddin, Kok Chuan Lim |
| Funding Amount | $265.3M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Series D |
| Top Investors | Endeavor Catalyst, responsAbility Investments, Bossa Invest, BRI Ventures, Accial Capital |
24 Additional Indonesia Startups Worth Following
Our top picks are just a small slice of the energy in Indonesia’s startup community. Across the country, founders are tackling big challenges in areas like finance, agriculture, and healthcare.
These companies have collectively raised over a billion dollars, with some just starting out and others scaling quickly. Here’s a look at more of the startups building what comes next for Indonesia.