Overview
CoinGecko was founded on April 8, 2014 by TM (CEO) and Bobby (COO). CoinGecko is a comprehensive cryptocurrency data aggregator platform that offers real-time information on thousands of cryptocurrencies. It provides extensive market data, including prices, market capitalization, trading volume, and historical data. Additionally, CoinGecko features information on cryptocurrency exchanges, community engagement metrics from social media, and developer statistics from GitHub. The platform also includes on-chain data and various tools such as portfolio tracking and price alerts. Widely used by traders, investors, and enthusiasts, CoinGecko is a key resource for tracking cryptocurrency performance and market trends.
Key Features
Market Data: Real-time prices, market capitalization, trading volume, and historical data for thousands of cryptocurrencies.
Exchange Information: Data on cryptocurrency exchanges, including trading pairs, volumes, liquidity, and exchange rankings.
DeFi And NTF: Information on decentralized finance (DeFi) projects and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), including market trends, trading volumes, and key metrics.
Community Metrics: Social media statistics, such as Twitter followers, Reddit subscribers, and other community engagement indicators.
On-Chain Data: Blockchain statistics such as transaction volumes, network activity, and other on-chain metrics.
Portfolio Tracking: Tools for users to create and manage their cryptocurrency portfolios, tracking performance and changes in value over time.
API Access: A robust API for developers and businesses to access CoinGecko’s data for integration into their own applications and services.
Developer Statistic: GitHub activity tracking, including the number of commits, contributors, and repository activity for various cryptocurrency projects.
Trust Score: A rating system to evaluate cryptocurrency exchanges based on factors like liquidity, scale, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
Accessibility
CoinGecko is accessible worldwide via its website, which can be accessed from any internet-connected device. Additionally, CoinGecko offers mobile apps for both Android and iOS platforms, allowing users to access cryptocurrency market data, portfolio tracking, price alerts, and other features on their smartphones and tablets. This ensures users can stay informed and manage their investments conveniently whether they are at home or on the go.
Timeline
2014: CoinGecko is founded by TM Lee and Bobby Ong, aiming to provide comprehensive cryptocurrency market data.
2017: Significant growth in users and data coverage as cryptocurrencies gain mainstream attention.
2018: Introduction of additional metrics like community and developer statistics.
2019: Launch of the “Trust Score” system to assess cryptocurrency exchange reliability.
2020: Release of the first annual cryptocurrency report and introduction of new features like portfolio tracking and price alerts.
2021: Expansion into DeFi and NFT data, reflecting market trends.
2022: Continual innovation with enhancements to the mobile app and broader data coverage.
2023: Surpassing 10 million monthly active users milestone.
2024: Continued growth and development in providing comprehensive cryptocurrency market insights and tools.
