Clubmapp GmbH

What Clubmapp GmbH does

Clubmapp GmbH is a privately held German mobile-app company, headquartered in Hannover (Hindenburgstraße 38, 30175; HRB 211142) with additional offices in Berlin and Monaco, that builds and distributes a free iOS nightlife discovery application under the Clubmapp ® brand. The product is positioned as the first social application to combine club discovery, real-time chat, photo sharing, and user-generated venue content (queue length, atmosphere) on a single interactive platform, available in over 50 countries. Users register preferences (drinks, music, nightlife style), locate nearby clubs, chat with other clubbers in the same venue, and upload photos and real-time information about clubs they visit.

The company's distribution and go-to-market is product-led and event-driven: the app is delivered free through the Apple App Store, while user acquisition is pursued through experiential marketing — sponsorship of high-profile events such as the Monaco International Clubbing Show (MICS), the Monaco Yacht Show, the Cannes Yachting Festival, Formula E launch parties, and Amber Lounge's Monaco Grand Prix events, as well as proprietary parties hosted in partnership with event organizers (Inception Events, Links Enterprises) at venues in Monaco, Cannes, and the Côte d'Azur. The tech stack is iOS-centric; key partners include WKG Software GmbH (website design and implementation) and Horak law firm (trademark prosecution).

Revenue mechanics are not transparently disclosed but appear to combine a freemium consumer app with advertising and B2B promotional/sponsorship placements from nightclubs, event organizers, and lifestyle brands. Co-founders Marc Thormählen and Jochen Wunder serve as Managing Directors. The company has raised 140,000 EUR in a single early-round in February 2015 from Zurich-based private investors and reports a 1-10 employee headcount across team members located in Monaco, Germany, and Australia.

Name

Clubmapp GmbH

Legal name

Clubmapp GmbH

Website

https://clubmapp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Clubmapp GmbH is a Hannover-based mobile-app company that distributes a free iOS nightlife discovery and social networking app across 50+ countries, combining club discovery, real-time chat, and user-generated venue content for nightlife enthusiasts and partner venues.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Nightlife Mobile Application

NAICS

Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (72241)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Nightlife & Club Guest List / Table Reservations (HSACALAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Nightclubs & Dance Clubs (THAFAEAC)

Keywords

• Nightlife discovery app
• Social nightlife application
• Mobile location-based services
• Club finder application
• Event social networking

Headquarters

HQ city

Hanover

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. App Distribution: Free mobile app distributed via the App Store. Revenue model appears to be based on advertising, premium features, or partnerships with nightclubs and event organizers.
2. Event Sponsorships & Promotions: Clubmapp serves as a platform for nightclubs to promote their venues and events, potentially monetized through promotional placements and sponsored content.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Clubmapp operates a single consumer mobile application, Clubmapp 2.0, that helps users discover the hottest and most exclusive clubs in their surrounding area via location-based search and a global club database. The app combines club discovery with an integrated chat/messaging system, user-generated photo and atmosphere sharing (including queue length updates), and personalized nightlife preference profiles so that clubbers can connect with like-minded people in the same venue. It is distributed free of charge via the Apple App Store and is positioned as the first social media application to combine nightlife discovery, chatting, and photo sharing on a single interactive platform.

Product overview

Clubmapp is a single unified product - a social nightlife mobile application. The app serves as a nightlife discovery platform combined with social networking features, allowing users to locate clubs, chat with other clubbers, share photos, and indicate their nightlife preferences. The product operates across over 50 countries worldwide and was launching its Clubmapp 2.0 version in 2015.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Clubmapp Mobile App (Clubmapp 2.0) A free iOS mobile application for individual consumers that helps users find the hottest and most exclusive clubs in their surrounding area via location-based search, chat with other clubbers at the same venue, share photos and real-time atmosphere updates (including queue length), and indicate nightlife preferences such as drink and music on a personal profile. The app operates as a global social nightlife network across over 50 countries.

Quantifiable outcome

• Available in over 50 countries worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered major, support and minor.

• Links Enterprises / Links Enterprise GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 June 2015Links Enterprises is an event planning partner that worked with Clubmapp to set up events such as the summer sessions at Zelo's Beach in Beaulieu-sur-Mer. Contact: [email protected] or +33 644 16 98 56.
• Horak Law FirmsupportOthersHorak law firm supervised the Clubmapp ® trademark application and registration. They are specialists in trademark law providing IP protection services.
• WKG Software GmbHsupportTechnology or IntegrationWKG Software GmbH handled the design and technical implementation of the Clubmapp website.
• Inception EventsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInception Events collaborated with Clubmapp to host the ICE DAYS Chalet Party in Auron (Feb 28 – March 1), attracting over 1,000 attendees. Also partnered on Villa Oxygene events in Cannes.
• Monaco International Clubbing Show (MICS)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerClubmapp was an official exhibitor at MICS (November 12-14, 2014), showcasing their app to over 150 global brands, celebrities (Paris Hilton, Steve Aoki, Bob Sinclar), and nightlife industry representatives.
• Stars & Bars MonacominorGTM or Marketing PartnerStars & Bars hosted the Clubmapp 2.0 World Premiere event on September 18, 2014, at Stardeck above their iconic Monaco venue. Clubmapp thanked the Stars & Bars team for their incredible hospitality.
• One Private Day in ParadiseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerClubmapp was the official sponsor of the One Private Day in Paradise party at Villa Oxygene in Cannes and Pool Beach Cannes, featuring DJ Robin Schulz. Over 200 attendees participated.
• Princess YachtsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerClubmapp attended as special guests at Princess Yachts' exclusive preview event for the new Princess S Class at the 2014 Cannes Yachting Festival, networking with yachting industry leaders and high net worth clients.
• Amber LoungeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerClubmapp participated in Amber Lounge Monaco parties during the Monaco Grand Prix, rubbing shoulders with celebrities like Lewis Hamilton, Nico Rosberg, Justin Bieber, and Dame Shirley Bassey.
• Precious Films / A Precious ProductionsupportOthersPrecious Films and A Precious Production created video content for Clubmapp including event recaps and the 'Upgrade Your Nightlife' teaser video.
• Jéremy CondaminesupportOthersVideo producer for Clubmapp at Villa Oxygene event (www.jeremycondamine.com).
• International University of MonacominorGTM or Marketing PartnerClubmapp hosted their 2.0 World Premiere event in collaboration with the International University of Monaco, introducing new students to the app and Monaco nightlife.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Fever: Fever is a discovery and ticketing platform for experiences including nightlife events, parties, and club experiences across 40+ cities. Comparable to Clubmapp as a mobile-first platform that helps users discover and book nightlife/entertainment experiences, with a similar blend of consumer discovery and venue/event partnerships.
• Resident Advisor: Resident Advisor (RA) is a global electronic music and nightlife discovery platform with club listings, event listings, and a community of clubbers worldwide. Directly comparable to Clubmapp as a specialized social nightlife discovery and event platform targeting the same core audience of club-goers and DJs.
• DICE: DICE is a mobile events discovery and ticketing app focused on music and nightlife, with features for club and event discovery, friend activity, and ticket purchasing. Closely comparable to Clubmapp in combining venue/event discovery with social features and a mobile-first user experience for nightlife consumers.
• Discotech: Discotech is a mobile app for nightclub and bottle service reservations, guest lists, and event discovery in major cities. Directly comparable to Clubmapp in offering club discovery with table reservation and guest list features, targeting similar high-spend nightlife consumers.

Broad incumbents

• Instagram: Instagram dominates nightlife photo sharing, story posting, and venue tagging globally with billions of users. Comparable to Clubmapp in handling nightlife photo sharing and location-based social content, but operates at vastly greater scale as a horizontal platform.
• Yelp: Yelp is a massive consumer review and discovery platform that includes nightlife venue listings, reviews, and photos. While not nightlife-focused, it competes for the same venue discovery use case as Clubmapp and dwarfs it in scale and user base.
• Bumble: Bumble is a major social and dating platform with Bumble BFF and Bumble Date features that overlap with Clubmapp's social matching at nightlife venues. Comparable in the social/chat dimension for club-goers, though broader in scope and significantly larger in user base.

Emerging players

• Meetup: Meetup is a mobile platform for finding and organizing local group events with social networking features. Adjacent to Clubmapp in combining event discovery with social/community features, though focused on interest groups rather than nightlife.
• Bandsintown: Bandsintown is a mobile app for live music event discovery and concert recommendations. Comparable to Clubmapp as a consumer-facing live event discovery platform, though focused on concerts rather than nightclub nightlife specifically.

Others

• Eventbrite: Eventbrite is a large event ticketing and discovery platform serving event organizers including nightlife venues. Adjacent to Clubmapp in powering event discovery and ticketing infrastructure, though operates as a horizontal SaaS platform for organizers rather than a consumer nightlife app.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/clubmapp
• Facebookfacebook.com/clubmapp
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clubmapp-gmbh

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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