Democratizing finance for all
We believe that everyone should have access to the financial markets. That's why we built Primechainx — to make investing accessible, understandable, and affordable for everyone.
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Making investing simple and accessible
When we started Primechainx, we noticed that big Wall Street firms were making billions while everyday investors were being charged significant fees just to access the markets. We thought that was wrong.
So we built a platform that eliminates the barriers to investing — no account minimums, no commission fees, and an intuitive app that makes investing feel less intimidating.
Today, millions of people use Primechainx to invest in their futures. And we're just getting started.
What we stand for
Our values guide everything we do, from the products we build to how we serve our customers.
Safety First
Your security is our top priority. We employ bank-level security measures to protect your investments and personal information.
Customer Obsessed
Everything we build starts with our customers. We listen, learn, and constantly improve to serve you better.
Radical Transparency
We believe in honest, clear communication. No hidden fees, no confusing jargon, just straightforward information.
Democratizing Finance
We're on a mission to make financial services accessible to everyone, regardless of their wealth or background.
Our journey
From a small startup to a leading fintech company, here's how we got here.
2013
Founded in Palo Alto, California
Vlad Tenev and Baiju Bhatt start Primechainx with a mission to democratize finance.
2015
Launched commission-free trading
Became the first platform to offer commission-free stock trading.
2018
Introduced cryptocurrency trading
Expanded to include commission-free crypto trading.
2020
Reached 13 million users
Rapid growth during a year of increased retail investing interest.
2021
IPO on NASDAQ
Went public, trading under the ticker symbol HOOD.
2024
23+ million customers
Continuing to grow and innovate in financial services.
Meet our team
Led by passionate individuals committed to democratizing finance.
Vlad Tenev
CEO & Co-Founder
Jason Warnick
Chief Financial Officer
Dan Gallagher
Chief Legal Officer
Steve Quirk
Chief Brokerage Officer
Join us in building the future of finance
We're always looking for talented people who share our mission. Explore career opportunities at Primechainx.