Twilio Inc. is an American cloud communications company headquartered in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2008 by Jeff Lawson, Evan Cooke, and John Wolthuis, Twilio offers a platform that enables developers to integrate various communication methods into their applications through web service APIs. These services include voice calls, text messaging, video, and email, allowing businesses to create customized and scalable customer engagement solutions. Over the years, Twilio has expanded its offerings through strategic acquisitions, such as the purchase of SendGrid in 2018, which bolstered its email communication capabilities. The company has also been active in supporting the developer community and startups, fostering innovation and adoption of its platform. Twilio’s commitment to providing flexible and programmable communication tools has positioned it as a leader in the cloud communications industry, serving a diverse range of clients from startups to large enterprises.
Website: https://www.twilio.com
Highlights
Twilio provides programmable communication tools for making and receiving phone calls, sending and receiving text messages, and other communication functions via its web service APIs.
The company was founded in 2008 by Jeff Lawson, Evan Cooke, and John Wolthuis, initially based in Seattle and San Francisco.
Twilio's platform supports various communication channels, including voice, SMS, video, and email, enabling businesses to build and scale customer engagement solutions.
In 2018, Twilio acquired SendGrid, a customer communication platform for transactional and marketing email, enhancing its email capabilities.
Twilio has been recognized for its platform evangelism, supporting developers and startups through initiatives like the Twilio Fund and partnerships with companies like GroupMe.
