A bridge round is a smaller funding round designed to extend a company runway until it can raise a larger round or reach a specific milestone. Bridge rounds are typically funded by existing investors using SAFEs or convertible notes. They provide short-term capital (3-12 months of runway) to bridge the gap between the current position and the next major fundraise or revenue milestone.
Extends runway when not ready for a full round. Often from existing investors via SAFEs or notes.
Bridges without clear milestones become debt traps; terms can be unfavorable under pressure; signal risk if external investors pass.
Be transparent about bridge if raised; show milestones it enabled and path to next round.
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