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Key Information

Launch Year

2009

Shutdown Year

2012

Acquisition Price

Undisclosed

Peak Users

1M+

Founders

  • Josh Williams
  • Scott Raymond

Gowalla

Social Media
Acquired by Facebook

Location-based check-in app that competed with Foursquare. Known for distinctive design and virtual item collection mechanics.

Key Features

  • Location check-ins
  • Virtual item collection
  • Trip creation
  • Passport stamps
  • Venue highlights