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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
            
    QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024
OR
    TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from to
Commission file number: 001-40276
Semrush Holdings, Inc.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
Delaware84-4053265
(State or Other Jurisdiction of
Incorporation or Organization)
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification Number)
800 Boylston Street, Suite 2475
Boston, MA 02199
(Address of principal executive offices including zip code)

(800) 851-9959
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:        
Title of each classTrading symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Stock, $0.00001 par value per shareSEMRThe New York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. ☒ Yes or ☐ No.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files). ☒ Yes or ☐ No.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, smaller reporting company or an emerging growth company. See definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer”, “smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filerAccelerated filer
Non-accelerated filerSmaller reporting company
Emerging growth company
                                    
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). ☐ Yes or No
As of October 31, 2024, there were 123,629,504 shares of the registrant’s Class A Common Stock and 23,072,256 shares of the registrant’s Class B Common Stock, $0.00001 par value per share, outstanding.




TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page
Part I. Financial Information
Item 1.
Item 2.
Item 3.
Item 4.
Part II. Other Information
Item 1.
Item 1A.
Item 2.
Item 5.
Item 6.








SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q contains forward-looking statements about us and our industry that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including statements regarding our future results of operations, financial condition, business strategy, plans and objectives of management for future operations, our market opportunity and the potential growth of that market, our liquidity and capital needs and other similar matters, are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements because they contain words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “target,” “will,” or “would,” or the negative of these words or other similar terms or expressions. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions about future events, which are inherently subject to uncertainties, risks, and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q include, but are not limited to, statements concerning the following:
•    our future financial performance, including our revenue, annual recurring revenue (“ARR”), dollar-based net revenue retention rate, costs of revenue, gross profit or gross margin and operating expenses;
•    the sufficiency of our cash and cash equivalents to meet our liquidity needs;
•    anticipated trends and growth rates in our business and in the markets in which we operate;
•    our ability to maintain the security and availability of our internal networks and platform;
•    our ability to attract new paying customers and convert free customers into paying customers;
•    our ability to retain and expand sales to our existing paying customers, including upgrades to premium subscriptions and purchases of add-on offerings;
•    our ability to access, collect, and analyze data;
•    our ability to successfully expand in our existing markets and into new markets;
•    our ability to effectively manage our growth and future expenses;
•    our ability to continue to innovate and develop new products and features, improve our data assets, and enhance our technological capabilities;
•    our ability to maintain, protect, and enhance our intellectual property;
•    our ability to build, maintain, and enhance our brand, including through informational resources, advertisements, and referrals;
•    our ability to comply with modified or new laws and regulations applying to our business, including in any new jurisdictions in which we operate;
•    the attraction and retention of qualified employees and key personnel;
•    our anticipated investments in sales and marketing, and research and development;




•    our ability to successfully defend litigation brought against us;
•    our expectations regarding identifying, evaluating, executing, and integrating strategic acquisitions and related financial considerations such as purchase price allocation; and
•    the impact of global financial, economic, and political events on our business, industry and supply chain, including health epidemics, rising inflation, fluctuating interest rates, and market uncertainty and volatility.
You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. We have based the forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q primarily on our current expectations and projections about future events and trends that we believe may affect our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects. The outcome of the events described in these forward-looking statements is subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors described in the section titled “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 and elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Moreover, we operate in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New risks and uncertainties emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all risks and uncertainties that could have an impact on the forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. The results, events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements may not be achieved or occur, and actual results, events, or circumstances could differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements.
The forward-looking statements made in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q or to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law. We may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in our forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. Our forward-looking statements do not reflect the potential impact of any future acquisitions, mergers, dispositions, joint ventures, or investments we may make.
In addition, statements that “we believe” and similar statements reflect our beliefs and opinions on the relevant subject. Unless stated otherwise, these statements are based upon information available to us as of the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. While we believe such information provides a reasonable basis for such statements, such information may be limited or incomplete. Our statements should not be read to indicate that we have conducted an exhaustive inquiry into, or review of, all potentially available relevant information. These statements are inherently uncertain and you are cautioned not to unduly rely upon these statements.




PART 1 - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements
SEMRUSH HOLDINGS, INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands, except per share data)
As of
September 30, 2024December 31, 2023
Assets
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents$45,083 $58,848 
Short-term investments187,796 179,721 
Accounts receivable9,344 7,897 
Deferred contract costs, current portion9,755 9,074 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets20,429 10,014 
Total current assets272,407 265,554 
Property and equipment, net7,220 6,686 
Operating lease right-of-use assets11,048 14,069 
Intangible assets, net30,746 16,083 
Goodwill54,299 24,879 
Deferred contract costs, net of current portion2,722 3,586 
Other long-term assets5,355 633 
Total assets$383,797 $331,490 
Liabilities, noncontrolling interest, and stockholders' equity
Current liabilities
Accounts payable$11,541 $9,187 
Accrued expenses20,284 19,891 
Deferred revenue68,996 58,310 
Current portion of operating lease liabilities4,768 4,274 
Other current liabilities7,462 2,817 
Total current liabilities113,051 94,479 
Deferred revenue, net of current portion210 331 
Deferred tax liability1,965 839 
Operating lease liabilities, net of current portion7,315 10,331 
Other long-term liabilities2,261 1,195 
Total liabilities124,802 107,175 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 15)
Stockholders' equity
Class A common stock, $0.00001 par value - 1,000,000 shares authorized, and 123,500 shares issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2024; 120,629 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2023
1 1 
Class B common stock, $0.00001 par value - 160,000 shares authorized, and 23,072 shares issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2024; 23,482 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2023
  
Additional paid-in capital313,924 291,898 
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)1,700 (752)
Accumulated deficit(67,107)(71,998)
Total stockholders' equity attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc.248,518 219,149 
Noncontrolling interest in consolidated subsidiaries10,477 5,166 
Total stockholders’ equity258,995 224,315 
Total liabilities, noncontrolling interest and stockholders' equity$383,797 $331,490 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.
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SEMRUSH HOLDINGS, INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
(in thousands, except per share data)
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Revenue$97,410 $78,718 $274,173 $224,281 
Cost of revenue17,063 13,032 46,665 38,643 
Gross profit80,347 65,686 227,508 185,638 
Operating expenses
Sales and marketing35,689 30,094 104,610 95,827 
Research and development22,183 14,075 58,775 42,071 
General and administrative20,770 18,769 57,556 56,797 
Exit costs   1,292 
Total operating expenses78,642 62,938 220,941 195,987 
Income (loss) from operations1,705 2,748 6,567 (10,349)
Other income, net2,912 2,104 9,167 6,728 
Income (loss) before income taxes4,617 4,852 15,734 (3,621)
Provision for income taxes3,899 637 11,652 2,303 
Net income (loss)718 4,215 4,082 (5,924)
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest in consolidated subsidiaries(376) (809) 
Net income (loss) attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc.$1,094 $4,215 $4,891 $(5,924)
Net income (loss) attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. per share attributable to common stockholders—basic:$0.01 $0.03 $0.03 $(0.04)
Net income (loss) attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. per share attributable to common stockholders—diluted:$0.01 $0.03 $0.03 $(0.04)
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—basic:146,436 142,837 145,563 142,247 
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—diluted:149,427 146,271 148,653 142,247 
Net income (loss)$718 $4,215 $4,082 $(5,924)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustments1,358 (51)754 193 
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments2,626 64 1,698 (1,179)
Comprehensive income (loss)$4,702 $4,228 $6,534 $(6,910)
Comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interest in consolidated subsidiaries(376) (809) 
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc.$5,078 $4,228 $7,343 $(6,910)
    
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.
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SEMRUSH HOLDINGS, INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF REDEEMABLE NONCONTROLLING INTEREST AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(in thousands, except share data)
Class A Common StockClass B Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
Accumulated
Deficit
Total
Stockholders’
Equity
SharesAmountSharesAmount
Balances at December 31, 202243,743,174 $ 97,843,570 $1 $274,057 $(1,206)$(72,948)$199,904 
Conversion of Class B Common Stock to Class A Common Stock74,239,844 1 (74,239,844)(1)— — —  
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options88,957 — — — 67 — — 67 
Issuance of common stock in connection with employee stock purchase plan38,879 — — — 264 — — 264 
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units71,557 — — — — — — — 
Stock-based compensation expense— — — — 2,796 — — 2,796 
Cumulative translation adjustment— — — — — 365 — 365 
Unrealized loss on investments— — — — — (83)— (83)
Net loss— — — — — — (9,860)(9,860)
Balances at March 31, 2023118,182,411 1 23,603,726  277,184 (924)(82,808)193,453 
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options583,137 — — — 235 — — 235 
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units264,920 — — — — — — — 
Stock-based compensation expense— — — — 3,765 — — 3,765 
Cumulative translation adjustment— — — — — (120)— (120)
Unrealized loss on investments— — — — — (1,160)— (1,160)
Net loss— — — — — — (279)(279)
Balances at June 30, 2023119,030,468 $1 23,603,726 $ $281,184 $(2,204)$(83,087)$195,894 
Conversion of Class B Common Stock to Class A Common Stock175,000 — (175,000)— — — — — 
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options325,870 — — — 444 — — 444 
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units79,395 — 53,331 — — — — — 
Stock-based compensation expense— — — — 4,203 — — 4,203 
Cumulative translation adjustment— — — — — (51)— (51)
Unrealized gain on investments— — — — — 64 — 64 
Net Income— — — — — — 4,215 4,215 
Balances at September 30, 2023119,610,733 $1 23,482,057 $ $285,831 $(2,191)$(78,872)$204,769 



The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.
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SEMRUSH HOLDINGS, INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF REDEEMABLE NONCONTROLLING INTEREST AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(in thousands, except share data)
Redeemable Noncontrolling InterestClass A Common StockClass B Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Accumulated
Deficit
Total Stockholders’ Equity Attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc.Noncontrolling InterestTotal Stockholders’ Equity
SharesAmountSharesAmount
Balances at December 31, 2023$— 120,629,147 $1 23,482,057 $ $291,898 $(752)$(71,998)$219,149 $5,166 $224,315 
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options— 469,879 — — — 844 — — 844 — 844 
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units— 145,844 — — — — — — — — — 
Stock-based compensation expense— — — — — 5,115 — — 5,115 — 5,115 
Cumulative translation adjustment— — — — — — (485)— (485)— (485)
Unrealized loss on investments— — — — — — (744)— (744)— (744)
Net income— — — — — — — 2,138 2,138 — 2,138 
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest— — — — — — — — — (135)(135)
Balances at March 31, 2024$ 121,244,870 $1 23,482,057 $ $297,857 $(1,981)$(69,860)$226,017 $5,031 $231,048 
Conversion of Class B Common Stock to Class A Common Stock— 409,801 — (409,801)— — — — — — — 
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options— 720,880 — — — 2,209 — — 2,209 — 2,209 
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units— 685,891 — — — — — — — — — 
Stock-based compensation expense— — — — — 7,015 — — 7,015 — 7,015 
Cumulative translation adjustment— — — — — — (119)— (119)— (119)
Unrealized loss on investments— — — — — — (184)— (184)— (184)
Net income— — — — — — — 1,659 1,659 — 1,659 
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest— — — — — — — — — (228)(228)
Acquisition of redeemable noncontrolling interest (See Note 9)9,846 — — — — — — — — — — 
Net loss attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interest(70)— — — — — — — — — — 
Reclassification for Tender Offer obligations (See Note 9)(2,021)— — — — — — — — — — 
Recording of redeemable noncontrolling interest at redemption value (See Note 9)978 — — — — (978)— — (978)— (978)
Balances at June 30, 2024$8,733 123,061,442 $1 23,072,256 $ $306,103 $(2,284)$(68,201)$235,619 $4,803 $240,422 
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options— 273,882 — — — 647 — — 647 — 647 
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units— 165,102 — — — — — — — — — 
Stock-based compensation expense— — — — — 7,174 — — 7,174 — 7,174 
Cumulative translation adjustment— — — — — — 1,358 — 1,358 — 1,358 
Unrealized gain on investments— — — — — — 2,626 — 2,626 — 2,626 
Net loss— — — — — — — 1,094 1,094 — 1,094 
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest— — — — — — — — — (376)(376)
Reclassification for Tender Offer obligations (See Note 9)(1,615)— — — — — — — — — — 
Reclassification of redeemable noncontrolling interest to noncontrolling interest(7,118)— — — — — — — — 7,118 7,118 
Acquisition of additional noncontrolling shares— — — — — — — — — (1,068)(1,068)
Balances at September 30, 2024$ 123,500,426 $1 23,072,256 $ $313,924 $1,700 $(67,107)$248,518 $10,477 $258,995 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.
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SEMRUSH HOLDINGS, INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Operating Activities20242023
Net income (loss)$4,082 $(5,924)
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
Depreciation and amortization expense7,094 4,807 
Amortization of deferred contract costs9,163 7,510 
Amortization (accretion) of premiums and discounts on investments(2,551)(4,667)
Non-cash lease expense3,431 2,828 
Stock-based compensation expense19,856 10,764 
Non-cash interest expense 158 
Change in fair value included in other income, net(633)(335)
Deferred taxes(286)12 
Other non-cash items1,457 771 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities
Accounts receivable(301)(2,261)
Deferred contract costs(8,980)(9,835)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets(3,495)(5,411)
Accounts payable1,939 (5,570)
Accrued expenses1,296 174 
Other current liabilities(527) 
Deferred revenue6,852 6,198 
Other long-term liabilities84  
Change in operating lease liability(3,418)(2,786)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities35,063 (3,567)
Investing Activities
Purchases of property and equipment(3,411)(1,065)
Capitalization of internal-use software costs(5,842)(3,913)
Purchases of short-term investments(136,768)(182,381)
Proceeds from sales and maturities of short-term investments132,500 154,741 
Purchases of convertible debt securities(3,650)(319)
Funding of investment loan receivable(7,757) 
Cash paid for acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired(21,082)(1,232)
Purchase of noncontrolling interest(4,870) 
Purchases of other investments(196)(150)
Net cash used in investing activities(51,076)(34,319)
Financing Activities
Proceeds from exercise of stock options3,700 746 
Proceeds from issuance of shares in connection with employee stock purchase plan 264 
Payment of acquired debt(1,114) 
Payment of finance leases(577)(1,938)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities2,009 (928)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents424 238 
Increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash(13,580)(38,576)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period58,848 79,765 
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period$45,268 $41,189 
Supplemental cash flow disclosures
Cash paid for interest$ $154 
Cash paid for income taxes$11,383 $1,896 
Property and equipment purchases not paid$48 $3 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease liabilities$924 $ 
Accrued purchase consideration$5,101 $ 
Unrealized gain (loss) on short-term investments$1,698 $(1,179)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements.
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SEMRUSH HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024 and 2023
(in thousands, except share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)
1.Overview and Basis of Presentation
Description of Business
Semrush Holdings, Inc. (“Semrush Holdings”) and its subsidiaries (together the “Company”, or “Semrush”) provide an online visibility management software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) platform. The Company’s platform enables its subscribers to improve their online visibility and drive traffic, including on their websites and social media pages, and distribute highly relevant content to their customers on a targeted basis across various channels to drive high-quality traffic and measure the effectiveness of their digital marketing campaigns. The Company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and as of September 30, 2024 has wholly owned subsidiaries in the United States, Spain, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Cyprus, Serbia, Poland, Germany, Armenia, Canada, France, and Vietnam.
The Company is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties common to companies in similar industries and stages of development that could affect future operations and financial performance. These risks include, but are not limited to, rapid technological change, competitive pressure from substitute products or larger companies, protection of proprietary technology, management of international activities, and dependence on third parties and key individuals.
Basis of Presentation
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) and applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) regarding interim financial reporting. Accordingly, certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. Any reference in these notes to applicable guidance is meant to refer to the authoritative United States generally accepted accounting principles as found in the Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) and Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”).
The unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements have been prepared on the same basis as the audited annual consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023, and, in the opinion of management, reflect all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, necessary for the fair presentation of the Company’s financial position as of September 30, 2024, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. The consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2023 included herein was derived from the audited consolidated financial statements as of that date.
The results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the year ending December 31, 2024, any other interim periods, or any future year or period.
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and notes included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the SEC on March 7, 2024.
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The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements reflect the application of certain significant accounting policies as described below and elsewhere in these notes to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements. As of September 30, 2024, there have been no material changes in the Company's significant accounting policies from those that were disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K, except as discussed below.
2.Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Principles of Consolidation
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, its wholly owned subsidiaries, and subsidiaries in which it holds a controlling interest. All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. Ownership interests in subsidiaries represented by other parties that do not control the entity are presented in the consolidated financial statements as activities and balances attributable to noncontrolling interests.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. Significant estimates relied upon in preparing these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include, but are not limited to, revenue recognition, expected future cash flows used to evaluate the recoverability of long-lived assets, contingent liabilities, expensing and capitalization of research and development costs for internal-use software, the average period of benefit associated with costs capitalized to obtain revenue contracts, the determination of the fair value of stock-based awards issued, stock-based compensation expense, the determination of the estimated fair value of loan receivables and convertible notes held by the Company, the valuations of the intangible assets acquired through acquisitions, the estimation of the Company’s incremental borrowing rate, and the recoverability of the Company’s net deferred tax assets and related valuation allowance.
Although the Company regularly assesses these estimates, actual results could differ materially from these estimates. Changes in estimates are recorded in the period in which they become known. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and various other assumptions that it believes to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from management’s estimates if these results differ from historical experience, or other assumptions do not turn out to be substantially accurate, even if such assumptions are reasonable when made.
Subsequent Events Considerations
The Company considers events or transactions that occur after the balance sheet date but prior to the issuance of the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements to provide additional evidence for certain estimates or to identify matters that require additional disclosure. Subsequent events have been evaluated as required. See Note 18 for additional information regarding the Company’s subsequent events.
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Emerging Growth Company Status
The Company is an "emerging growth company" (“EGC”), as defined in the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (the “JOBS Act”). Based on the market value of our common equity held by non-affiliates as of June 28, 2024 (the last business day of our most recently completed second fiscal quarter), we will cease to qualify as an emerging growth company as of the end of the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. As a result, beginning with our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ending December 31, 2024, we will be subject to certain requirements that apply to other public companies but did not previously apply to us due to our status as an emerging growth company, including the provisions of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which require that our independent registered public accounting firm provide an attestation report on the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting.
Revenue Recognition
The Company primarily derives revenue from subscriptions to the Company’s SaaS services and related customer support. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, subscription revenue accounted for nearly all of the Company’s revenue. Revenue related to other revenue was not material for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023.
The Company offers subscriptions to its platform primarily on a monthly or annual basis. The Company sells its products and services primarily through a self-service model and also directly through its sales force. The Company’s subscription arrangements provide customers the right to access the Company’s hosted software applications. Customers do not have the right to take possession of the Company’s software during the hosting arrangement. Subscriptions are generally non-cancellable during the contractual subscription term; however, some subscription contracts contain a right to a refund if requested within seven days of purchase.
The Company recognizes revenue in accordance with ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (“ASC 606”). Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised products or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration it expects to receive in exchange for those products or services. There were no changes to the Company’s revenue recognition policies since the filing of its Annual Report on Form 10-K with the SEC on March 7, 2024.
Amounts that have been invoiced are recorded in accounts receivable and in deferred revenue or revenue, depending on whether the revenue recognition criteria have been met. The Company primarily invoices and collects payments from customers for its services in advance on a monthly or annual basis.
Deferred revenue represents amounts billed for which revenue has not yet been recognized. Deferred revenue that will be recognized during the succeeding 12-month period is recorded as deferred revenue, and the remaining portion is recorded as deferred revenue, net of current portion. Deferred revenue increased by $10,565 as of September 30, 2024 compared to December 31, 2023. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, $33,911 and $53,716 of revenue was recognized that was included in deferred revenue at the beginning of each respective period. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, $28,933 and $45,829 of revenue was recognized that was included in deferred revenue at the beginning of each respective period.
The Company has elected to exclude amounts charged to customers for sales tax from the transaction price. Accordingly, revenue is presented net of any sales tax collected from customers.
Transaction Price Allocated to Future Performance Obligations`
ASC 606 requires that the Company disclose the aggregate amount of the transaction price that is allocated to performance obligations that have not yet been satisfied as of the balance sheet dates reported.
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For contracts with an original expected duration greater than one year, the aggregate amount of the transaction price allocated to the performance obligations that were unsatisfied as of September 30, 2024 was $1,179, of which the Company expects to recognize $969 over the next 12 months.
For contracts with an original expected duration of one year or less, the Company has applied the practical expedient available under ASC 606 to not disclose the amount of transaction price allocated to unsatisfied performance obligations as of September 30, 2024. For performance obligations not satisfied as of September 30, 2024, and to which this expedient applies, the nature of the performance obligations is consistent with performance obligations satisfied as of December 31, 2023.
Costs to Obtain a Contract
The incremental direct costs of obtaining a contract, which primarily consist of sales commissions paid for new subscription contracts, are deferred and recorded as deferred contract costs in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets and are amortized over a period of approximately 24 months on a systematic basis, consistent with the pattern of transfer of the goods or services to which the asset relates. The 24-month period represents the estimated benefit period of the customer relationship and has been determined by taking into consideration the type of product sold, the commitment term of the customer contract, the nature of the Company’s technology development life-cycle, and an estimated customer relationship period based on historical experience and future expectations. Deferred contract costs that will be recorded as expense during the succeeding 12-month period are recorded as deferred contract costs, current portion, and the remaining portion is recorded as deferred contract costs, net of current portion. Amortization of deferred contract costs is included in sales and marketing expense in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).
Concentrations of Credit Risk and Significant Customers
The Company has no off-balance sheet risk, such as foreign exchange contracts, option contracts, or other hedging arrangements. Credit losses historically have not been significant and the Company generally has not experienced any material losses related to receivables from individual customers, or groups of customers. Due to these factors, no additional credit risk beyond amounts provided for collection losses is believed by management to be probable in the Company's accounts receivable.
Credit risk with respect to accounts receivable is dispersed due to the large number of customers of the Company. The Company routinely assesses the creditworthiness of its customers and generally does not require its customers to provide collateral or other security to support accounts receivable. Credit losses historically have not been significant and the Company generally has not experienced any material losses related to receivables from individual customers, or groups of customers. Due to these factors, no additional credit risk beyond amounts provided for collection losses is believed by management to be probable in the Company's accounts receivable.
As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, no individual customer represented more than 10% of the Company’s accounts receivable. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, no individual customer represented more than 10% of the Company’s revenue.
Disclosure of Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The Company’s financial instruments include cash, cash equivalents, investments, accounts receivable, loan receivables, convertible notes, accounts payable, and accrued expenses. The Company’s investments are classified as available-for-sale and reported at fair value in accordance with the market approach utilizing quoted prices that were directly or indirectly observable. The Company has elected the fair value option in respect to the accounting for its loan receivable investment, resulting in increases and decreases in the fair value of such investments being recorded to other income, net for
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each reporting period. The carrying amount of the remainder of the Company’s financial instruments approximated their fair values as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, due to the short-term nature of these instruments.
The Company has evaluated the estimated fair value of financial instruments using available market information. The use of different market assumptions and/or estimation methodologies could have a significant effect on the estimated fair value amounts. See below for further discussion.
Foreign Currency Translation
The Company operates in a multi-currency environment having transactions in such currencies as the U.S. dollar, zloty, Czech koruna, euro, and others. The reporting currency of the Company is the U.S. dollar.
The foreign currency exchange gain (loss) included in other income, net for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 was $(236) and $(291), respectively. The foreign currency exchange gain (loss) included in other income, net for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 was $337 and $(929), respectively.
Comprehensive income (loss)
Comprehensive income (loss) is comprised of two components: net income (loss) and other comprehensive income (loss), which includes other changes in stockholders’ equity that result from transactions and economic events other than those with stockholders. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, comprehensive income (loss) consists of net income (loss), the change in the cumulative foreign currency translation adjustment, and unrealized gain (loss) on investments. The tax effect of the cumulative foreign currency translation adjustment and unrealized gain (loss) on investments was not significant for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted
In November 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures (“ASU 2023-07”). ASU 2023-07 expands public entities’ segment disclosures by requiring disclosure of significant segment expenses that are regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker and included within each reported measure of segment profit or loss, an amount and description of its composition for other segment items, and interim disclosures of a reportable segment’s profit or loss and assets. ASU 2023-07 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023 and for interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-07 on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740)-Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (“ASU 2023-09”). ASU 2023-09 requires that an entity disclose specific categories in the effective tax rate reconciliation as well as provide additional information for reconciling items that meet a quantitative threshold. Further, ASU 2023-09 requires certain disclosures of state versus federal income tax expense and taxes paid. The amendments in ASU 2023-09 are required to be adopted for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The amendments should be applied on a prospective basis although retrospective application is permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-09 on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
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3.    Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Investments
The Company considers all highly liquid instruments purchased with an original maturity date of 90 days or less from the date of purchase to be cash equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash on deposit with banks and amounts held in interest-bearing money market funds. Cash equivalents are carried at cost, which approximates their fair market value. Short‑term investments consist of investments with original maturities greater than 90 days, as of the date of purchase. The Company considers its investment portfolio available-for-sale. The Company adjusts the cost of investments for amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts to maturity. The Company includes such amortization and accretion in interest income in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.
When the Company holds debt investments classified as available-for-sale pursuant to ASC 320, Investments — Debt Securities, it records available-for-sale securities at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses included in accumulated other comprehensive loss in stockholders’ equity. The Company has classified its investments with maturities beyond one year as short term, based on their highly liquid nature and because such marketable securities represent the investment of cash that is available for current operations. The Company includes interest and dividends on securities classified as available-for-sale in interest income in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss). Realized gains and losses are recorded in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) based on the specific-identification method. There was no material realized gains or losses on investments for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 or 2023. The Company did not hold any investments in an unrealized loss position for less than twelve months as of September 30, 2024. As of December 31, 2023, the aggregate fair value of investments held by the Company in an unrealized loss position for less than twelve months was $89,381. As of September 30, 2024, the aggregate fair value of investments held by the Company in a continuous unrealized loss position for greater than twelve months was $9,920. The Company did not hold any investments in an unrealized loss position for greater than twelve months as of December 31, 2023.
On January 1, 2023, the Company adopted ASU 2016-13, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326) and ASU 2019-04, Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses, Topic 815 Derivatives and Hedging and Topic 825, Financial Instruments. Under these standards, the Company reviews available-for-sale securities for impairment whenever the fair value of the security is less than its amortized cost. If impairment exists and the Company intends to sell the security or it is more likely than not that the Company will be required to sell the security before recovery of the amortized cost basis, the Company will write down the amortized cost basis to its fair value at the reporting date, recognizing the difference as a loss within other income, net in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations. If the Company does not intend to sell the security nor is it more likely than not that the Company will be required to sell the security before recovery of the amortized cost basis, the Company will determine if any portion of the unrealized loss on the security is due to credit loss. If the impairment is entirely or partially due to credit loss, the Company will measure the credit loss up to the amount of the difference between fair value and amortized cost, and recognize an allowance for credit losses along with the related charge against earnings as a loss within other income, net in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations. The remaining impairment amount due to all other factors is recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets. Subsequent changes to the Company’s estimate of credit losses will be recorded as adjustments to the allowance for credit losses and other income, net. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company determined that no impairments were required to be recognized in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.
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The following is a summary of cash, cash equivalents, and investments as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023:
Amortized
 Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Estimated
Fair Value
September 30, 2024
Cash and cash equivalents$45,087 $— $(4)$45,083 
Investments:
     U.S. treasury securities186,214 1,585 (3)187,796 
           Total investments186,214 1,585 (3)187,796 
                Total cash, cash equivalents, and investments$231,301 $1,585 $(7)$232,879 
Amortized
 Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Estimated
Fair Value
December 31, 2023
Cash and cash equivalents$58,848 $— $— $58,848 
Investments:
     U.S. treasury securities due in one year or less179,843 265 (387)179,721 
           Total investments179,843 265 (387)179,721 
                Total cash, cash equivalents and investments$238,691 $265 $(387)$238,569 
The Company considered the extent to which any unrealized losses on its marketable securities were driven by credit risk and other factors, including market risk, and if it is more-likely-than-not that the Company would have to sell the security before the recovery of the amortized cost basis. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the unrealized losses related to its marketable securities were due to rising market interest rates compared to when the investments were initiated. The Company does not believe the unrealized losses represent credit risk, and the Company does not intend to sell any of the securities in an unrealized loss position and it is not likely that the Company would be required to sell these securities before recovery of their amortized cost basis, which may be at maturity. Thus, no credit loss was recognized for the Company's marketable securities for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023.
As of September 30, 2024, the Company held $45,621 in U.S. treasury securities with maturities within one year and held $142,175 in U.S. treasury securities with maturities after one year and within three years.
Restricted Cash
As of September 30, 2024, restricted cash totaled $185 related to cash held as collateral for a letter of credit related to the contractual provisions for one of the Company’s office leases.
The following table is a reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets that sum to the total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows:
As of September 30,
20242023
Cash and cash equivalents$45,083 $41,189 
Restricted cash included in "other long-term assets"185  
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash$45,268 $41,189 
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4.    Leases
The components of lease expense were as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20242024
Operating lease cost$1,415 $4,061 
Short-term lease cost218 629 
Variable lease cost1,120 3,485 
Total lease cost$2,753 $8,175 
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20242024
Amortization of lease assets$82 $734 
Interest on lease liabilities5 20 
Total finance lease cost$87 $754 
Weighted-average remaining lease term and discount rate were as follows:
As of September 30,
2024
Weighted-average remaining lease term (in years)
     Operating leases2.9
     Finance leases1.2
Weighted-average discount rate
     Operating leases5.7 %
     Finance leases6.8 %
Future minimum amounts payable as of September 30, 2024 were as follows:
As of September 30, 2024
Operating LeasesFinance
Leases
Remainder of 2024$1,280 $89 
20254,638 194 
20263,797  
20272,154  
2028884  
Thereafter  
Total lease payments12,753 283 
Less: imputed interest(670)(53)
Total lease liabilities$12,083 $230 
As of September 30, 2024, the Company had no finance or operating leases that had not yet commenced.
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Rent expense related to the Company’s office facilities was $1,634 and $4,690 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively. Rent expense related to the Company’s office facilities was $1,293 and $3,762 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.

5.    Fair Value Measurement
The following tables summarize financial assets and liabilities measured and recorded at fair value on a recurring basis in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, segregated by the level of the valuation inputs within the fair value hierarchy utilized to measure fair value:
September 30, 2024
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs)Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs)Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3 Inputs)
Total
Assets:
     Money market funds$1,509 $ $ $1,509 
     U.S. treasury securities 187,796  187,796 
     Commercial paper 9,920  9,920 
     Convertible debt securities (See Note 7)  3,112 3,112 
     Investment loan receivable (See Note 7)  7,676 7,676 
Total assets$1,509 $197,716 $10,788 $210,013 
Liabilities:
Contingent consideration$ $ $ $ 
Total liabilities$ $ $ $ 
December 31, 2023
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs)Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs)Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3 Inputs)
Total
Assets:
     Money market funds$54,269 $ $ $54,269 
     U.S. treasury securities 179,721  179,721 
Total assets$54,269 $179,721 $ $233,990 
Liabilities:
     Contingent consideration$ $ $597 $597 
Total liabilities$ $ $597 $597 

Cash equivalents include money market funds with original maturities of 90 days or less from the date of purchase. The fair value measurement of these assets is based on quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets and, therefore, these assets are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis and classified as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy. The Company’s investments primarily consist of U.S. treasury securities. The fair value measurement of these assets is based on significant other observable inputs and, therefore, these assets are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis and classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy.
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As of September 30, 2024, the Company measured its investment loan receivables (see Note 7), its convertible debt securities (See Note 7) and its contingent consideration associated with the acquisition of Datos Inc. on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3). As of December 31, 2023, the Company measured its contingent consideration associated with the acquisition of Datos Inc. on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3).
Convertible Debt Securities
The Company records its convertible debt securities at fair value on the purchase date. The Company determines the fair value of these investments using the Black-Scholes Merton model. Each reporting period thereafter, these investments are revalued and increases or decreases in their fair values are recorded as adjustments to other income, net within the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) to reflect the gains and losses. Changes in the fair value of these investments can result from changes in the estimated enterprise value of the issuers, the likelihoods and methods of such conversions, and other market factors. Significant judgment is employed in determining the appropriateness of these assumptions as of the purchase date and for each subsequent period. Accordingly, changes in any of the assumptions described above can materially impact the amount of gain or loss the Company records in any given period.
A rollforward of the fair value measurements of the convertible debt securities for the three months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Balance as of June 30, 2024$ 
Investment in convertible debt security3,000 
Change in fair value included in other income, net112 
Balance as of September 30, 2024$3,112 
Investment Loan Receivables
The Company elected to account for this investment by utilizing the fair value option. The Company records investment loan receivables at their fair value on the agreement date. Each reporting period thereafter, these receivables are revalued and increases or decreases in their fair values are recorded as an adjustment to other income, net within the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss). The Company generally determines the fair value using the discounted cash flow method. The significant assumptions used to estimate the fair value include the interest rate, risk-free rate, expected repayment date, equity value, equity volatility, expected timing of exercise, and the credit spread assumption specific to the investment loan. Significant judgment is employed in determining the appropriateness of these assumptions as of the acquisition date and for each subsequent period.
A rollforward of the fair value measurements of the investment loan receivable for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Balance as of December 31, 2023$ 
Initial funding of investment loan receivable7,000 
Balance as of March 31, 20247,000 
Change in fair value included in other income, net83 
Balance as of June 30, 20247,083 
Additional funding of investment loan receivable757 
Change in fair value included in other income, net(164)
Balance as of September 30, 2024$7,676 
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Contingent consideration
The Company records contingent consideration resulting from a business combination at its fair value on the acquisition date. The Company generally determines the fair value of the contingent consideration using the Monte Carlo simulation model. Each reporting period thereafter, these obligations are revalued and increases or decreases in their fair values are recorded as an adjustment to other income, net within the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss). Changes in the fair value of the contingent consideration can result from changes in assumed discount periods and rates, and from changes pertaining to the estimated or actual achievement of the defined milestones. Significant judgment is employed in determining the appropriateness of these assumptions as of the acquisition date and for each subsequent period. Accordingly, future business and economic conditions, as well as changes in any of the assumptions described above, can materially impact the amount of contingent consideration expense the Company records in any given period.
The total estimated fair value of the contingent consideration payable was $0 and $597 as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. As of December 31, 2023, the primary inputs to the fair value of the contingent consideration were the risk free rate, the discount rate, and the revenue volatility. As of September 30, 2024, it was not probable that the payment would be earned.
Changes in the estimated fair value of the Datos contingent consideration payable will be recognized in other income, net. A rollforward of the fair value measurements of the contingent consideration liability for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Balance as of December 31, 2023$597 
Change in fair value included in other income, net21 
Balance as of March 31, 2024618 
Change in fair value included in other income, net133 
Balance as of June 30, 2024751 
Change in fair value included in other income, net(751)
Balance as of September 30, 2024$ 

6.    Property and Equipment, Net
Property and equipment consists of the following:
As of
September 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
Computer equipment$13,583 $11,084 
Furniture and office equipment2,018 1,965 
Leasehold improvements2,906 2,469 
Total property and equipment18,507 15,518 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(11,287)(8,832)
Property and equipment, net$7,220 $6,686 
Depreciation and amortization expense related to property and equipment was $858 and $2,641 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively. Depreciation and amortization expense related to property and equipment was $961 and $2,755 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
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7.    Other Assets
Investment Loan Receivable
In March 2024, the Company entered into a loan agreement in which it loaned $7,000 to the borrower with a repayment date in March 2025. During September 2024, the Company entered into an amended and restated loan agreement in which it loaned an additional $757 to the borrower with a repayment date in March 2025. In addition to the loan facility, the Company entered into an option agreement with the borrower in which the Company had the right, but not the obligation, to acquire a majority of the outstanding common stock of the borrower during the period beginning July 1, 2024 and ending August 31, 2024. The Company accounts for the loan agreement and option agreement as a single financial instrument (together, the “Investment Loan Receivable”). The Company recorded the Investment Loan Receivable at its fair value of $7,000 on the agreement date. The Company did not exercise the option agreement. As of September 30, 2024, the fair value of the Investment Loan Receivable was $7,676 and was included in prepaid expenses and other current assets in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet.
With respect to the Investment Loan Receivable, the Company held a variable interest in the borrower, which is a variable interest entity. After evaluation of the relationship between the Company and this variable interest entity, the Company determined not to consolidate this variable interest entity’s results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024. Significant judgments included the determination that the Company was not the primary beneficiary of the variable interest entity given the Company’s variable interests did not constitute a controlling financial interest.
Investments in Convertible Debt
In July 2024, the Company purchased a convertible debt security for a total aggregate investment of $3,000 with a maturity date of July 22, 2027 and annual interest rate of 10%. Interest accrues on the note and becomes payable upon conversion or maturity of the note. This convertible debt security is classified as an available-for-sale security. As of September 30, 2024, the note was included in other long-term assets in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet. The Company accounts for the investment by utilizing the fair value option within ASC 825, Financial Instruments (“ASC 825”), and accounting for the entire hybrid instrument at fair value through other income (expense). The Company recorded an increase in the fair value of the convertible note of $112 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024.
8.    Net Income (Loss) Per Share
For the three months ended September 30, 2024, the net loss attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. is divided by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period to calculate both basic and diluted earnings per share. The dilutive effect of common stock equivalents has been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share for this period as its effect would have been anti-dilutive due to the net loss incurred for the period. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, diluted net income per share was calculated by dividing net income attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period, including the dilutive impact of stock options and shares of common stock issuable upon the vesting of Restricted Stock Units (“RSUs”).
For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the net loss attributable to common stockholders is divided by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period to calculate both basic and diluted earnings per share. The dilutive effect of common stock equivalents has been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share for these periods as its effect would have been anti-dilutive due to the net losses incurred for the periods.
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The following table presents a reconciliation of weighted-average shares outstanding used in the calculation of basic and diluted net income (loss) per share:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024202320242023
Weighted-average shares outstanding:
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—basic146,436,167 142,837,120 145,563,220 142,246,586 
Dilutive effect of share equivalents resulting from stock options1,641,946 3,207,854 1,925,296  
Dilutive effect of share equivalents resulting from restricted stock units1,348,552 225,654 1,164,507  
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—diluted149,426,665 146,270,628 148,653,023 142,246,586 
The following potentially dilutive common stock equivalents, including stock options and restricted stock units, have been excluded from the calculation of diluted weighted-average shares outstanding for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 because to do so would have been anti-dilutive for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024202320242023
Stock options outstanding1,535,122 4,452,615 2,457,405 8,175,646 
Unvested RSUs and PSUs28,094 1,779,298 606,029 2,635,840 
1,563,216 6,231,913 3,063,434 10,811,486 
For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, 1,128,021 and 1,128,021 shares of Class A common stock potentially issuable under Performance Stock Units (“PSUs”) were excluded from the table above, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, 1,076,538 and 1,077,726 shares of Class A common stock potentially issuable under PSUs were excluded from the table above, respectively. The performance-based conditions had not been met and were deemed improbable of achievement as of the reporting period end date. See Note 14 for additional information regarding the Company’s PSUs.
9.    Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill
Acquisitions
Exploding Topics
On August 15, 2024, the Company completed an asset purchase agreement with Backlinko, LLC, doing business as Exploding Topics, to acquire substantially all of the assets of Exploding Topics. The Company has accounted for this transaction as a business combination under the acquisition method. The purpose of this asset acquisition was to acquire the traffic generating content of Exploding Topics. The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred totaled $2,950 which includes a holdback
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of $531 to be paid on August 15, 2025. This holdback amount is included in other current liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024.
The Company assigned a value of $1,062 to the acquired identifiable intangible assets consisted of content, customer relationships, and developed technology, which are amortized over the assets’ useful lives using a straight-line amortization method. The Company assigned useful lives to the acquired content, customer relationships, and developed technology, of four years, three years, and three years, respectively. The Company used the guideline public company method to value the identifiable intangible assets. After allocating the purchase price to identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed, the remaining purchase price of $1,888 was allocated to goodwill, which primarily relates to expected future site traffic generation and is deductible for tax purposes. The allocation of the purchase price is preliminary as of September 30, 2024 as the Company continues to gather information supporting the acquired assets and liabilities to finalize the purchase price allocation.
The Company recorded $119 and $128 in transaction costs related to the transaction during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, which are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) in its income from continuing operations under the line item, General and administrative.
As of August 15, 2024, the results of Exploding Topics’ operations are included within the Company’s consolidated financial statements. This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.
Ryte
On July 11, 2024, the Company acquired 100% of the outstanding shares of Ryte GmbH ("Ryte"). The Company has accounted for this transaction as a business combination under the acquisition method. The purpose of this business combination was to expand the Company’s enterprise offerings by adding enterprise site audit and website performance monitoring. The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred consisted of the following:
Acquisition Date
Consideration transferredFair Value
Cash paid at close$8,910 
Fair value of deferred purchase payments1,572 
Total purchase consideration$10,482 
The Company determined that the fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed was $10,482, including the cash paid at close and the fair value of the deferred purchase payments as of September 30, 2024. The fair value of deferred purchase payments represents the fair value of two payments of $786 each, the first of which will be paid July 11, 2025 and is included within other current liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024. The second payment is due January 11, 2026 and is included in other long term liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024.
The table below summarizes the Company’s preliminary purchase price allocation. The allocation of the purchase price is preliminary as of September 30, 2024 as the Company continues to gather information supporting the acquired assets and liabilities to finalize the purchase price allocation.
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Purchase Price
Assets acquiredAllocation
Fair value of tangible assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$1,550 
Accounts Receivable742 
Prepaid Expenses463 
Other current assets676 
Other assets100 
Identifiable intangible assets2,630 
Goodwill10,489 
Total assets acquired$16,650 
Liabilities assumed
Accounts payable$194 
Short-term debt2,529 
Accrued liabilities457 
Deferred revenue2,708 
Other liabilities280 
Total Liabilities Assumed$6,168 
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net$10,482 
The Company allocated $2,630 of the purchase price to identifiable intangible assets consisting of developed technology, customer relationships, and trade names, which it amortizes over the assets’ useful lives using a straight-line amortization method. The Company assigned useful lives to acquired developed technology, customer relationships, and trade names, of five years, six years, and five years, respectively. The Company used the multi-period excess earnings method to value the developed technology. The Company used the distributor method, a variation of the multi-period excess earnings method to value the customer relationships. The Company used the relief from royalty method to value the trade names. Trade names primarily relate to the Ryte brand. The significant assumptions used to estimate the value of the intangible assets included the discount rate, revenue growth rates, adjusted operating margin, and obsolescence. After allocating the purchase price to identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed, the remaining purchase price was allocated to goodwill, which primarily relates to expected synergies with our existing product offerings and is not deductible for tax purposes.
The Company recorded $494 and $721 in transaction costs related to the transaction during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, which are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) in its income from continuing operations under the line item, General and administrative.
As of July 11, 2024, the results of Ryte’s operations are included within the Company’s consolidated financial statements. This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.
Brand 24
On April 29, 2024, the Company completed a stock purchase agreement to acquire approximately 58% of the voting equity interests in Brand 24 S.A. (“Brand 24”). The Company has accounted for this transaction as a business combination under the acquisition method. The purpose of the business
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combination was to expand our public relations business and customer base. The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred consisted of the following:
Acquisition Date
Consideration transferredFair Value
Cash paid at close$10,650 
Fair value of deferred purchase payments2,878 
Consideration transferred$13,528 
The Company determined that the fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed was $23,374, including the fair value of the noncontrolling interest in Brand 24 of $9,846, which is reflected in the stockholders’ equity section of the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024. The fair value of the noncontrolling interest on the closing date was estimated considering the implied enterprise value and the acquired percentage of Brand 24. The fair value of deferred purchase payments represents the fair value of two payments of $1,500 each, the first of which will be paid December 31, 2024 and is included within other current liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024. The second payment is due November 12, 2025 and is included in other long term liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024. The deferred purchase payments will accrue interest of 2.5% per year.
The table below summarizes the Company’s preliminary purchase price allocation. The allocation of the purchase price is preliminary as of September 30, 2024 as the Company continues to gather information supporting the acquired assets and liabilities to finalize the purchase price allocation.
Purchase Price
Assets acquiredAllocation
Fair value of tangible assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$1,502 
Accounts Receivable139 
Other assets686 
Identifiable intangible assets9,350 
Goodwill15,846 
Total assets acquired$27,523 
Liabilities assumed
Deferred revenue, current847 
Deferred tax liabilities1,411 
Other liabilities1,891 
Total Liabilities Assumed$4,149 
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net$23,374 
Fair value of noncontrolling interest$9,846 
Fair value of controlling interest acquired$13,528 
The Company allocated $9,350 of the purchase price to identifiable intangible assets consisting of customer relationships, developed technology, and trade names, which it amortizes over the assets’ useful lives using a straight-line amortization method. The Company assigned useful lives to acquired customer relationships, developed technology, and trade names, of six years, five years, and five years, respectively. The Company used the multi-period excess earnings method to value the customer relationships. Customer relationships represent the underlying relationships with certain customers to provide ongoing services for products sold. To value the developed technology and trade names assets, the Company utilized the relief from royalty method. Trade names primarily relate to the Brand 24 brand. The significant assumptions used to estimate the value of the intangible assets included the discount rate,
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revenue growth rates, and customer attrition rates. After allocating the purchase price to identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed, the remaining purchase price was allocated to goodwill, which primarily relates to expected synergies from combining operations and is not deductible for tax purposes.
The Company recorded $215 and $605 in transaction costs related to the transaction during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, which are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) in its income from continuing operations under the line item, General and administrative.
As of April 29, 2024, the results of Brand 24’s operations are included within the Company’s consolidated financial statements. This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.
In April 2024 the Company entered into award agreements with certain members of Brand 24 Management. These awards are accounted for as liability-classified awards under ASC 718, Compensation - Stock Compensation. The fair value of the awards were estimated using a Monte Carlo Simulation. The Company recorded $227 and $377 in post-acquisition compensation expense related to these awards during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively.
In May 2024, the Company announced a tender offer to purchase up to 944,616 shares of Brand 24 (the “Tender Offer”) at a price equal to PLN47.0 per share with an opening date for subscriptions of May 31, 2024 and a closing date for subscriptions of July 2, 2024. In July 2024, the Company completed the Tender Offer for outstanding shares of Brand 24 and purchased 135,500 incremental shares for an aggregate cost of $3,684 paid during the three months ended September 30, 2024 using cash on hand. The Tender Offer increased the Company’s ownership to 312,974 shares representing approximately 72% of the shares of Brand 24.
Datos
On December 1, 2023, the Company completed a stock purchase agreement to acquire approximately 60% of the voting equity interests in Datos Inc. (“Datos”). The Company has accounted for this transaction as a business combination under the acquisition method. The primary purpose of this business combination is to acquire Datos’ valuable clickstream data software. The Company performed acquisition accounting as of December 1, 2023. The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred consisted of the following:
Acquisition Date
Consideration transferredFair Value
Fair value of the January 2021 and February 2022 Convertible Notes$7,530 
Cash paid at close4,255 
Other consideration2,070 
Total purchase consideration$13,855 

The Company determined that the fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed was $19,021, including the fair value of the noncontrolling interest in Datos of $5,166. The fair value of the noncontrolling interest is inclusive of the fair value of the acquired call option, which gives the Company the right, but not the obligation, to purchase the remaining shares in Datos during the period beginning January 1, 2026 and ending on January 1, 2027 (the “Call Option”). The Company estimated the fair value of the noncontrolling interest, inclusive of the Call Option, using an option pricing method (a special case of the income approach), considering the initial transaction price and based on Level 3 significant unobservable inputs such as the total equity value of Datos, forecasted revenues, volatility, and risk-adjusted discount rates. Other consideration includes the deferred purchase payments, the contingent
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payment, and additional consideration due to the seller. A payment of $501 was made during March 2024 related to other consideration. The remaining fair value of other consideration has been recorded to other current liabilities in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024.

The table below summarizes the Company’s purchase price allocation. The allocation of the purchase price is final as of September 30, 2024.
Purchase Price
Assets acquiredAllocation
Fair value of tangible assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$549 
Accounts receivable518 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets320 
Property and equipment, net8 
Other long-term assets3 
Identifiable intangible assets2,780 
Goodwill16,791 
Total assets acquired$20,969 
Liabilities assumed
Accounts payable342 
Deferred revenue367 
Accrued expenses213 
Other current liabilities609 
Other long-term liabilities417 
Total Liabilities Assumed$1,948 
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net$19,021 
Fair value of noncontrolling interest, including call option$5,166 
Fair value of controlling interest acquired$13,855 
The Company did not record any transaction costs related to the transaction during the three months ended September 30, 2024. The Company recorded $100 in transaction costs related to the transaction during the nine months ended September 30, 2024, which are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) in its income from continuing operations under the line item, General and administrative.
As of December 1, 2023, the results of Datos’ operations are included within the Company’s consolidated financial statements. This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.
Traffic Think Tank
On February 23, 2023, the Company completed a purchase agreement with Rank, LLC (“Traffic Think Tank”), acquiring certain intangible assets of Traffic Think Tank for total cash consideration of $1,800, of which $360 was paid during February 2024 (the “12-month holdback amount”) and $360 was paid during August 2024 (the “18-month holdback amount”). The remaining consideration was paid upon closing. The primary purpose of the acquisition was to acquire valuable brand and content related to Traffic Think Tank’s SEO community and courses.
This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.

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Intangible Assets
Intangible assets consist of intangible assets resulting from the Company’s acquisitions and its capitalized internal-use software development costs. Intangible assets consist of the following:

As of September 30, 2024
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated AmortizationNet Carrying Amount
Developed technology4.1$8,799 $(2,447)$6,352 
Trade name3.55,176 (2,069)3,107 
Content2.73,142 (1,497)1,645 
Customer relationships5.410,814 (1,300)9,514 
Capitalized internal-use software2.713,784 (3,656)10,128 
Total as of September 30, 2024
$41,715 $(10,969)$30,746 

As of December 31, 2023
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated AmortizationNet Carrying Amount
Developed technology4.1$5,604 $(1,518)$4,086 
Trade name3.74,451 (1,404)3,047 
Content2.32,387 (1,021)1,366 
Customer relationships4.41,694 (396)1,298 
Capitalized internal-use software2.88,460 (2,174)6,286 
Total as of December 31, 2023
$22,596 $(6,513)$16,083 

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company capitalized $1,474 and $5,842, respectively, of software development costs, which are classified as intangible assets on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets, and recorded amortization expense associated with its capitalized software development costs of $588 and $1,491, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company capitalized $1,283 and $3,913, respectively, of software development costs, and recorded amortization expense associated with its capitalized software development costs of $151 and $421, respectively.
Amortization expense for acquired intangible assets was $1,380 and $2,962 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively. Amortization expense for acquired intangible assets was $557 and $1,631 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
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As of September 30, 2024, future amortization expense is expected to be as follows:
Amount
Remainder of 2024$2,015 
20257,808 
20266,869 
20274,599 
20283,037 
Thereafter6,418 
Total$30,746 

Goodwill
The changes in the carrying value of goodwill during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 were as follows:
Amount
Balance as of January 1, 2024$24,879 
Datos purchase price allocation adjustment(104)
Brand 24 acquisition15,846 
Ryte acquisition10,489 
Exploding Topics acquisition1,888 
Foreign currency translation adjustment1,301 
Balance as of September 30, 2024
$54,299 
10.    Exit Costs
Commencing in March 2022, the Company began to exit its operations in Russia and relocate employees. As of June 30, 2023, the Company had substantially completed its relocation efforts. All costs associated with the Company’s exit activities are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations in its income from continuing operations under the line item, Exit Costs.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company did not incur exit costs. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company incurred exit costs of $0 and $1,292, respectively, related to relocation efforts.
11.    Accrued expenses
Accrued expenses consist of the following:
As of
September 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
Employee compensation$7,664 $7,742 
Income taxes payable2,436 1,810 
Other taxes payable9,230 9,695 
Vacation reserves871 549 
Other83 95 
Total accrued expenses$20,284 $19,891 
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12.    Income Taxes
The Company is subject to income taxes in U.S. federal, state, and foreign jurisdictions. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company recorded provisions for income taxes of $3,899 and $11,652, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company recorded provisions for income taxes of $637 and $2,303, respectively. The Company’s effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 differs from the U.S. statutory rate due primarily to the impact of earnings in foreign jurisdictions and the impact of the requirement to capitalize and amortize certain research and development costs which results in a current U.S. tax provision but no deferred tax benefit as a result of the valuation allowance maintained against our net deferred tax assets. The Company’s income tax expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively, primarily relates to income earned in certain foreign jurisdictions.
The Company recognizes deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities. These differences are measured using the enacted statutory tax rates that are expected to be in effect for the years in which differences are expected to reverse. On a periodic basis, the Company reassesses any valuation allowances it maintains on its deferred tax assets, weighing positive and negative evidence to assess the recoverability of the deferred tax assets. The Company maintains a valuation allowance on its net deferred tax assets.
13.    Stockholders’ Equity
Common Stock Reserved for Future Issuance
As of September 30, 2024, the Company had reserved the following shares of common stock for future issuance:
Options outstanding5,371,516 
Common stock reserved for future issuance12,233,256 
Restricted stock units and performance stock units outstanding5,802,292 
Total authorized shares of common stock reserved for future issuance23,407,064 
The Company has two classes of authorized common stock: Class A common stock and Class B common stock. Each share of Class B common stock is convertible into one share of Class A common stock at the option of the holder at any time and upon certain other events. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, a total of 409,801 shares of Class B Common Stock were converted to Class A Common Stock.
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14.    Stock-Based Compensation
The Company recorded stock-based compensation expense of $7,575 and $19,856 during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, and recorded $4,203 and $10,764 during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively. The following table shows stock-based compensation expense by where the stock-based compensation expense is recorded in the Company’s unaudited condensed consolidated statement of operations:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Cost of revenue$71 $33 $169 $82 
Sales and marketing1,228 822 3,207 2,190 
Research and development1,707 579 3,714 1,464 
General and administrative4,569 2,769 12,766 7,028 
Total stock-based compensation$7,575 $4,203 $19,856 $10,764 
As of September 30, 2024, there was $12,119 of unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested common stock option arrangements, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.21 years. As of September 30, 2024, there was $41,236 of unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested restricted stock unit awards, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.34 years. As of September 30, 2024, there was $10,014 of unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested performance stock unit awards, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.32 years.
The fair value of each option award was estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model. As there was no public market for its common stock prior to March 25, 2021, which was the first day of trading, and as the trading history of the Company’s common stock is limited, the Company determined the expected volatility for options granted based on an analysis of reported data for a peer group of companies that issued options with substantially similar terms. The expected volatility of options granted has been determined using an average of the historical volatility measures of this peer group of companies. The expected life of options granted to employees was calculated using the simplified method, which represents the average of the contractual term of the option and the weighted-average vesting period of the option. The Company uses the simplified method because it does not have sufficient historical option exercise data to provide a reasonable basis upon which to estimate expected term. The risk-free interest rate is based on a treasury instrument whose term is consistent with the expected life of the share option. The Company has not paid, nor anticipates paying, cash dividends on its ordinary shares; therefore, the expected dividend yield is assumed to be zero.
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The weighted-average assumptions utilized to determine the fair value of options granted to employees are presented in the following table:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024202320242023
Expected volatilityN/A62.6 %61.8 %63.2 %
Weighted-average risk-free interest rateN/A4.03 %4.28 %3.71 %
Expected dividend yieldN/A   
Expected life – in yearsN/A666
A summary of the Company’s option activity as of September 30, 2024, and changes during the nine months then ended are as follows:
Number of OptionsWeighted-Average Exercise Price (per share)Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Term (in years)
Outstanding at January 1, 20247,175,494 $7.02 7.78
Granted15,888 12.62 
Exercised(1,464,641)2.53 
Forfeited(355,225)8.94 
Outstanding at September 30, 2024
5,371,516 8.14 7.34
Options exercisable at September 30, 2024
3,220,402 6.766.71
The Company did not grant option awards during the three months ended September 30, 2024. The weighted-average grant-date fair value of options granted during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 was $7.71 per share. The weighted-average grant-date fair value of options granted during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $6.15 and $5.58 per share, respectively. Tax benefits of $13 and $712 were realized from options during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively. Tax benefits of $653 and $696 were realized from options during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
The aggregate intrinsic value of options outstanding as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 was $41,886 and $49,221, respectively.
The aggregate intrinsic value for options exercised during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 was $3,249 and $16,913, respectively. The aggregate intrinsic value for options exercised during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $2,521 and $7,923, respectively.
The aggregate intrinsic value for options exercisable as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 was $29,705 and $34,471, respectively.
The aggregate intrinsic value was calculated based on the positive difference, if any, between the estimated fair value of the Company’s common stock on September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, or the date of exercise, as appropriate, and the exercise price of the underlying options.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company granted to employees RSUs for 66,720 and 2,857,598 shares of Class A common stock, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company granted to employees RSUs for 68,463 and 1,908,880 shares of Class A common stock, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense related to the RSUs of $4,802 and
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$12,234, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense related to the RSUs of $2,461 and $5,702, respectively.
A summary of RSU activity for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Number of SharesWeighted-Average Grant Date Fair ValueAggregate Fair Value
Unvested balance at January 1, 20242,571,318$9.88 $25,405 
Granted2,857,59812.6036,006
Vested(996,837)9.739,699 
Forfeited(280,756)9.772,743 
Unvested balance as of September 30, 2024
4,151,323$11.79 $48,944 
The Company did not grant PSU awards during the three months ended September 30, 2024. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company granted to employees PSU awards for 1,146,491 shares of Class A common stock. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, $1,187 and $2,753 of stock-based compensation expense has been recognized in connection with PSU awards, respectively. The Company did not grant PSU awards during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, an insignificant amount of stock-based compensation expense has been recognized in connection with PSU awards, respectively.
A summary of PSU activity for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Number of SharesWeighted-Average Grant Date Fair ValueAggregate Fair Value
Unvested balance at January 1, 20241,077,726$11.61 $12,512 
Granted1,146,49112.5614,400
Vested  
Forfeited  
Unvested balance at September 30, 2024
2,224,217$12.10 $26,913 
15.    Commitments and Contingencies
Data Providers
The Company has multi-year commitments with certain data providers through March 31, 2026. As of September 30, 2024, future commitments for data services are as follows:
As of September 30, 2024
Remainder of 20243,039 
202514,388 
20263,233 
2027 and thereafter 
      Total$20,660 
Litigation
From time to time the Company may become involved in legal proceedings or be subject to claims arising in the ordinary course of its business. Although the results of litigation and claims cannot be predicted with certainty, the Company currently believes that the final outcome of these ordinary course
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matters will not have a material adverse effect on its business, operating results, financial condition or cash flows. Regardless of the outcome, litigation can have an adverse impact on the Company because of defense and settlement costs, diversion of management resources and other factors.
Indemnification
The Company typically enters into indemnification agreements with customers in the ordinary course of business. Pursuant to these agreements, the Company indemnifies and agrees to reimburse the indemnified party for losses suffered or incurred as a result of claims of intellectual property infringement. These indemnification agreements are provisions of the applicable customer agreement. Based on when clients first sign an agreement for the Company’s service, the maximum potential amount of future payments the Company could be required to make under certain of these indemnification agreements is unlimited. Based on historical experience and information known as of September 30, 2024, the Company has not incurred any costs for the above guarantees and indemnities.
In certain circumstances, the Company warrants that its services will perform in all material respects in accordance with its standard published specification documentation in effect at the time of delivery of the services to the customer for the term of the agreement. To date, the Company has not incurred significant expense under its warranties and, as a result, the Company believes the estimated fair value of these agreements is immaterial.
16.    Components of Other Income, Net
The components of other income, net, for the three months ended three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 are as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Foreign currency exchange gain (loss)$(236)$(291)337 (929)
Interest income, net2,419 2,449 7,705 6,881 
Other income, net729 (54)1,125 776 
Total other income, net$2,912 $2,104 $9,167 $6,728 
17.    Segment and Geographic Information
Disclosure requirements about segments of an enterprise and related information establishes standards for reporting information regarding operating segments in annual financial statements and requires selected information of those segments to be presented in interim financial reports issued to shareholders. Operating segments are defined as components of an enterprise about which separate discrete financial information is available that is evaluated regularly by the chief operating decision maker, or decision-making group, in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing performance. The Company’s chief operating decision maker is the chief executive officer. The Company and the chief executive officer view the Company’s operations and manage its business as one operating segment.
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Geographic Data
The Company allocates, for the purpose of geographic data reporting, its revenue based upon the location of the customer. Total revenue by geographic area was as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Revenue:
United States$44,525 $37,557 $127,867 $107,101 
United Kingdom9,003 7,687 25,901 21,972 
Other43,882 33,474 120,405 95,208 
Total revenue$97,410 $78,718 $274,173 $224,281 
Property and equipment, net by geographic location consists of the following:
As of
September 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
Property and equipment, net:
United States$3,279 $3,231 
Netherlands2,008 1,781 
Spain888 807 
Czech Republic203 278 
Other842 589 
Total assets$7,220 $6,686 

18.     Subsequent Events
In October 2024, the Company acquired all of the outstanding shares of Third Door Media (“TDM”), a marketing and leads generation company located and based in the United States. The purchase price for the TDM acquisition totaled $6.1 million. The acquisition will be accounted for as a business combination under ASC 805, Business Combinations. The Company is in the process of finalizing the accounting for this transaction and will complete the preliminary allocation of the purchase consideration to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed by the end of the fourth quarter of 2024.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
You should read the following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations together with the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements, and related notes that are included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, along with the financial information included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on March 7, 2024. Some of the information contained in this discussion and analysis, including information with respect to our planned investments in our research and development, sales and marketing, and general and administrative functions, contains forward-looking statements based upon current plans, beliefs, and expectations that involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Our actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including those set forth under the section titled “Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” and Item 1A. Risk Factors in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023. Our historical results are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any period in the future.
Company Overview
We are a leading online visibility management SaaS platform, enabling companies globally to identify and reach the right audience in the right context and through the right channels. Online visibility represents how effectively companies connect with consumers across a variety of digital channels, including search, social and digital media, digital public relations, and review websites. Our proprietary SaaS platform enables us to aggregate and enrich trillions of data points collected from hundreds of millions of unique domains, social media platforms, online ads, and web traffic. This allows our customers to understand trends, derive unique and actionable insights to improve their websites and social media pages, and distribute highly relevant content to their targeted customers across channels to drive high quality traffic.
We generate substantially all of our revenue from monthly and annual subscriptions to our online visibility management platform under a SaaS model. Subscription revenue is recognized ratably over the contract term beginning on the date the product is made available to customers.
We currently operate subsidiaries in the United States, Spain, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Cyprus, Serbia, Poland, Germany, Armenia, Canada, Vietnam, and France.
Our revenue is primarily generated through sales of our products around the globe. The largest portion of our revenue continues to be driven by customers based in the U.S. and UK, generating combined revenues of $53.5 million and $153.8 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, and $45.2 million and $129.1 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
We have one reportable segment. See Note 17 to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for more information.
Key Factors Affecting Our Performance
We regularly review a number of factors that have impacted, and we believe will continue to impact, our results of operations and growth. These factors include:
Acquiring New Paying Customers
We expect increasing demand for third-party online visibility software to accelerate adoption of our platform. Our recurring subscription model provides significant visibility into our future results and we
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believe Annual Recurring Revenue (“ARR”) is the best indicator of the scale of our platform, while mitigating fluctuations due to seasonality and contract term. We define ARR as of a given date as the monthly recurring revenue that we expect to contractually receive from all paid subscription agreements that are actively generating revenue as of that date multiplied by 12. We include both monthly recurring paid subscriptions, which renew automatically unless canceled, as well as annual recurring paid subscriptions so long as we do not have any indication that a customer has canceled or intends to cancel its subscription and we continue to generate revenue from them. As of September 30, 2024, we had over 117,000 paying customers, accounting for $400.7 million in ARR, an increase from more than 106,000 paying customers accounting for $322.8 million in ARR as of September 30, 2023.
Retaining and Expanding Sales to Our Existing Customers
We serve a diverse customer base across a variety of sizes and industries that is focused on maximizing their online visibility. We believe there is significant opportunity to expand within our existing customer base as customers often initially purchase our entry-level subscription, which offers lower usage limits and limited user licenses, as well as fewer features. We have demonstrated the ability to expand contract values with our existing customers as they use our products and recognize the critical nature of our platform and often seek premium offerings through incremental usage, features, add-ons, and additional user licenses.
Our dollar-based net revenue retention rate enables us to evaluate our ability to retain and expand subscription revenue generated from our existing customers. Our dollar-based net revenue retention rate as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 was approximately 107%.
We calculate our dollar-based net revenue retention rate as of the end of a period by using (a) the revenue from our customers during the twelve month period ending one year prior to such period as the denominator and (b) the revenue from those same customers during the twelve months ending as of the end of such period as the numerator. This calculation excludes revenue from new customers and any non-recurring revenue.
We have successfully increased ARR per paying customer over time and believe this metric is an indicator of our ability to grow the long-term value of our platform. We expect ARR per paying customer to continue to increase as customers adopt our premium offerings and we continue to introduce new products and functionality. Our ARR per paying customer as of September 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023 was $3,414 and $3,022, respectively, in absolute unrounded amounts. We define ARR per paying customer as of a given date as ARR from our paying customers as of that date divided by the number of paying customers as of that date. We define the number of paying customers as the number of unique business and individual customers as of a given date. We define a business customer as all accounts that contain a common non-individual business email domain (e.g., all subscriptions with an email domain of @XYZ.com will be considered to be one customer), and an individual customer as an account that uses an individual non-business email domain.
Sustaining Product and Technology Innovation
We have a strong track record of developing new products that have high adoption rates among our paying customers. Our product development organization plays a critical role in continuing to enhance the effectiveness and differentiation of our technology in an evolving landscape and maximizing retention of our existing customers. We intend to continue investing in product development to improve our data assets, expand our products and enhance our technological capabilities.
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Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In addition to our financial results determined in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), we believe that non-GAAP income (loss) from operations, non-GAAP income (loss) from operations margin, free cash flow and free cash flow margin, each a non-GAAP financial measure, are useful in evaluating the performance of our business.
Non-GAAP income (loss) from operations, non-GAAP income (loss) from operations margin, free cash flow and free cash flow margin
We define non-GAAP income (loss) from operations as GAAP income (loss) from operations, excluding stock-based compensation, amortization of acquired intangible assets, acquisition related costs, restructuring costs and other one-time expenses outside the ordinary course of business (for example, our Exit Costs incurred primarily in 2022). We define non-GAAP operating margin as non-GAAP income (loss) from operations divided by GAAP revenue. We believe investors may want to consider our results with and without the effects of these items in order to compare our financial performance with that of other companies that exclude such items and to compare our results to prior periods. We monitor non-GAAP income (loss) from operations and non-GAAP income (loss) from operations margin as two measures of our overall business performance, which enables us to analyze our future performance and allows us to better understand the operating results of our business. We define free cash flow, a non-GAAP financial measure, as net cash provided by (used in) operating activities less purchases of property and equipment and capitalized software development costs. We define free cash flow margin as free cash flow divided by GAAP revenue. We monitor free cash flow and free cash flow margin as two measures of our overall business performance, which enables us to analyze our future performance without the effects of non-cash items and allows us to better understand the cash needs of our business. While we believe that non-GAAP income (loss) from operations, non-GAAP income (loss) from operations margin, free cash flow and free cash flow margin are useful in evaluating our business, non-GAAP income (loss) from operations and non-GAAP income (loss) from operations margin, free cash flow and free cash flow margin are each non-GAAP financial measures that have limitations as an analytical tool, and non-GAAP income (loss) from operations and non-GAAP income (loss) from operations margin should not be considered as an alternative to, or substitute for, income (loss) from operations in accordance with GAAP and free cash flow and free cash flow margin should not be considered as an alternative to, or substitute for, net cash provided by (used in) operating activities in accordance with GAAP. The utility of free cash flow and free cash flow margin as a measure of our liquidity is further limited as each measure does not represent the total increase or decrease in our cash balance for any given period. In addition, other companies, including companies in our industry, may calculate free cash flow and free cash flow margin differently or not at all, which reduces the usefulness of free cash flow and free cash flow margin as a tool for comparison. A summary of our cash flows from operating, investing, and financing activities is provided below. We recommend that you review the reconciliation of GAAP income (loss) from operations to non-GAAP income (loss) from operations, the reconciliation of GAAP income (loss) from operations margin to non-GAAP income (loss) from operations margin, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, provided below, the reconciliation of free cash flow to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, and the reconciliation of free cash flow margin to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities (as a percentage of revenue), the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, and that you not rely on non-GAAP income (loss) from
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operations, non-GAAP income (loss) from operations margin, free cash flow, free cash flow margin or any single financial measure to evaluate our business.
Nine Months Ended September 30,
(in thousands)
2024
2023
Income (loss) from operations$6,567 $(10,349)
Stock-based compensation expense19,856 10,764 
Amortization of acquired intangibles2,962 1,631 
Restructuring and other costs2,331 1,292 
Acquisition-related costs, net2,265 — 
Non-GAAP income from operations
$33,981 $3,338 
Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024
2023
Income (loss) from operations (as a percentage of revenue)2.4 %(4.6)%
Stock-based compensation expense (as a percentage of revenue)7.2 %4.8 %
Amortization of acquired intangibles (as a percentage of revenue)1.1 %0.7 %
Restructuring and other costs (as a percentage of revenue)0.9 %0.6 %
Acquisition-related costs, net (as a percentage of revenue)0.8 %— %
Non-GAAP income from operations margin
12.4 %1.5 %
Nine Months Ended September 30,
(in thousands)
20242023
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities$35,063 $(3,567)
Net cash used in investing activities(51,076)(34,319)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities2,009 (928)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents424 238 
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash$(13,580)$(38,576)
Nine Months Ended September 30,
(in thousands)
20242023
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities$35,063 $(3,567)
Purchases of property and equipment(3,411)(1,065)
Capitalization of internal-use software costs(5,842)(3,913)
Free cash flow$25,810 $(8,545)
Nine Months Ended September 30,
20242023
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities (as a percentage of revenue)12.8 %(1.6)%
Purchases of property and equipment (as a percentage of revenue)(1.2)%(0.5)%
Capitalization of internal-use software costs (as a percentage of revenue)(2.1)%(1.7)%
Free cash flow margin9.5 %(3.8)%
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Components of our Results of Operations
Revenue
We generate nearly all of our revenue from subscriptions to our online visibility management platform under a SaaS model. Subscription revenue is recognized ratably over the contract term beginning on the date on which we provide the customer access to our platform. Our customers do not have the right to take possession of our software. Our subscriptions are generally non-cancellable during the contractual subscription term, however our subscription contracts contain a right to a refund if requested within seven days of purchase.
We offer our paid products to customers via monthly or annual subscription plans, as well as one-time and ongoing add-ons. Our subscription-based model enables customers to select a plan based on their needs and license our platform on a per user per month basis.
As of September 30, 2024, we served over 117,000 paying customers in various industries, and our revenue is not concentrated with any single customer or industry. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, no single customer accounted for more than 10% of our revenue.
Cost of Revenue
Cost of revenue primarily consists of expenses related to hosting our platform, acquiring data, merchant account fees, and providing support to our customers. These expenses are comprised of personnel and related costs, including salaries, benefits, incentive compensation, and stock-based compensation expenses related to the management of our data centers, our customer support team, and our customer success team. In addition to these expenses, we incur third-party service provider costs, such as data center and networking expenses, data acquisition costs, allocated overhead costs, depreciation and amortization expense associated with our property and equipment, and amortization of capitalized software development costs and intangible assets acquired through business combinations and asset acquisitions. We allocate overhead costs, such as rent and facility costs, certain information technology and data analytics costs, and employee benefit costs to all departments based primarily on headcount. As such, general overhead expenses are reflected in cost of revenue and each operating expense category.
We expect our cost of revenue to increase in absolute dollars due to expenditures related to the purchase of hardware, data, expansion, and support of our data center operations and customer support/success teams. We have seen improvement in our cost of revenue as a percentage of revenue, and expect it to remain near current levels. It may fluctuate from period to period depending on the timing of significant expenditures. To the extent that our customer base grows, we intend to continue to invest additional resources in expanding the delivery capability of our products and other services. The timing of these additional expenses could affect our cost of revenue, both in terms of absolute dollars and as a percentage of revenue in any particular quarterly or annual period.
Operating Expenses
Sales and Marketing
Sales and marketing expenses primarily consist of personnel and related costs directly associated with our sales and marketing department, including salaries, benefits, incentive compensation, and stock-based compensation, online advertising expenses, and marketing and promotional expenses, as well as allocated overhead costs. We expense all costs as they are incurred, excluding sales commissions identified as incremental costs to obtain a contract, which are capitalized and amortized on a straight-line basis over the average period of benefit, which we estimate to be two years. We expect that our sales and marketing expenses will fluctuate as a percentage of revenue based on the timing of related costs.
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New sales personnel require training and may take several months or more to achieve productivity; as such, the costs we incur in connection with the hiring of new sales personnel in a given period are not typically offset by increased revenue in that period and may not result in new revenue if these sales personnel fail to become productive.
Research and Development
Research and development expenses primarily consist of personnel and related costs, including salaries, benefits, incentive compensation, stock-based compensation, and allocated overhead costs. Research and development expenses also include depreciation expense and other expenses associated with product development. Other than internal-use software costs that qualify for capitalization, research and development costs are expensed as incurred. We plan to increase the dollar amount of our investment in research and development for the foreseeable future as we focus on developing new products, features, and enhancements to our platform. We believe that investing in the development of new products, features, and enhancements improves customer experience, makes our platform more attractive to new paying customers, and provides us with opportunities to expand sales to existing paying customers and convert free customers to paying customers.
General and Administrative
General and administrative expenses primarily consist of personnel and related expenses, including salaries, benefits, incentive compensation, and stock-based compensation, associated with our finance, legal, human resources, IT, and other administrative employees. Our general and administrative expenses also include professional fees for external legal, accounting, and other consulting services, insurance, depreciation and amortization expense, as well as allocated overhead. We expect to increase the size of our general and administrative functions to support the growth of our business. We expect to continue to incur additional expenses as a result of operating as a public company, including costs to comply with rules and regulations applicable to companies listed on a U.S. securities exchange, costs related to compliance and reporting obligations pursuant to the rules and regulations of the SEC, increases in insurance premiums, investor relations and professional services. We expect our general and administrative expenses to decrease as a percentage of revenue over time.
Exit Costs
All costs associated with our relocation efforts are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statement of operations in our income from continuing operations under the line item, Exit Costs. Exit costs in connection with our relocation efforts include employee severance and fringe benefit costs and other associated relocation costs. We do not expect to incur exit costs associated with relocation efforts in future periods.
Other Income, Net
Included in other income, net are foreign currency transaction gains and losses. In accordance with ASC 830, Foreign Currency Matters, we redetermined our functional currencies of our international locations as of January 1, 2022, when it was determined the local currencies for these regions were most appropriate. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the functional currencies of our international locations were the local currencies for these regions. Any differences resulting from the re-measurement of assets and liabilities denominated in a currency other than the functional currency are recorded within other income, net. We expect our foreign currency exchange gains and losses to continue to fluctuate in the future as foreign currency exchange rates change.
Other income, net also includes amounts for interest income and expense, other miscellaneous income and expense, and gains and losses unrelated to our core operations. We have elected the fair value option in respect to the accounting for our convertible note investments, allowing for increases and
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decreases in the fair value of such investments to be recorded to other income, net for each reporting period. Interest expense is related to our finance leases.
Income Tax Provision
We operate in several tax jurisdictions and are subject to taxes in each country or jurisdiction in which we conduct business. We account for income taxes in accordance with the asset and liability method. Under this method, deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized based on temporary differences between the financial reporting and income tax bases of assets and liabilities using statutory rates. In addition, this method requires a valuation allowance against net deferred tax assets if, based upon the available evidence, it is more likely than not that some or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. To date, we have incurred cumulative net losses and maintain a full valuation allowance on our net deferred tax assets. Our tax expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 primarily relates to the tax provision recorded on the earnings of our profitable foreign subsidiaries and the requirement to capitalize and amortize certain research and development costs which results in a current U.S. tax provision but no deferred tax benefit as a result of the valuation allowance maintained against our net deferred tax assets. Our tax expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 primarily relates to income earned in certain foreign jurisdictions.
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Results of Operations
The following tables set forth information comparing our results of operations in dollars and as a percentage of total revenue for the periods presented. The period-to-period comparison of results is not necessarily indicative of results for future periods.
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
(in thousands)(in thousands)
Revenue$97,410 $78,718 $274,173 $224,281 
Cost of revenue (1)17,063 13,032 46,665 38,643 
Gross profit80,347 65,686 227,508 185,638 
Operating expenses
Sales and marketing (1)35,689 30,094 104,610 95,827 
Research and development (1)22,183 14,075 58,775 42,071 
General and administrative (1)20,770 18,769 57,556 56,797 
Exit costs— — — 1,292 
Total operating expenses78,642 62,938 220,941 195,987 
Income (loss) from operations1,705 2,748 6,567 (10,349)
Other income, net2,912 2,104 9,167 6,728 
Income (loss) before income taxes4,617 4,852 15,734 (3,621)
Provision for income taxes3,899 637 11,652 2,303 
Net income (loss)718 4,215 4,082 (5,924)
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest in consolidated subsidiaries(376)— (809)— 
Net income (loss) attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc.$1,094 $4,215 $4,891 $(5,924)
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(1)Includes stock-based compensation expense as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
(in thousands)(in thousands)
Cost of revenue$71 $33 $169 $82 
Sales and marketing1,228 822 3,207 2,190 
Research and development1,707 579 3,714 1,464 
General and administrative4,569 2,769 12,766 7,028 
Total stock-based compensation$7,575 $4,203 $19,856 $10,764 

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The following table sets forth our unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations data expressed as a percentage of revenue for the periods indicated (amounts may not sum due to rounding):
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
(as a percentage of total revenue)
Revenue100 %100 %100 %100 %
Cost of revenue18 %17 %17 %17 %
Gross profit82 %83 %83 %83 %
Operating expenses
Sales and marketing37 %38 %38 %43 %
Research and development23 %18 %21 %19 %
General and administrative21 %24 %21 %25 %
Exit costs— %— %— %%
Total operating expenses81 %80 %80 %87 %
Income (loss) from operations%%%(5)%
Other income, net%%%%
Income (loss) before income taxes%%%(2)%
Provision for income taxes%%%%
Net income (loss)%%%(3)%

Comparison of the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024 and 2023
Revenue
Our revenue during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 was as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
ChangeNine Months Ended
September 30,
Change
20242023Amount%20242023Amount%
(dollars in thousands)(dollars in thousands)
Revenue$97,410 $78,718 $18,692 24 %$274,173 $224,281 $49,892 22 %

Revenue increased in all regions. The majority of this increase was driven by an increase in the number of paying customers from over 106,000 as of September 30, 2023 to over 117,000 as of September 30, 2024. The increases in revenue for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 were also driven by growth in user licenses per customer, attach rates, and increased revenue per customer related to larger customers. We define attach rates as the ratio of the number of paying customers who purchase specific add-ons to the number of total paying customers.
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Revenue based upon the locations of our paying customers during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 was as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
(in thousands)(in thousands)
Revenue:
United States$44,525 $37,557 $127,867 $107,101 
United Kingdom9,003 7,687 25,901 21,972 
Other43,882 33,474 120,405 95,208 
Total revenue$97,410 $78,718 $274,173 $224,281 

Cost of Revenue, Gross Profit and Gross Margin
Three Months Ended
September 30,
ChangeNine Months Ended
September 30,
Change
20242023Amount%20242023Amount%
(dollars in thousands)(dollars in thousands)
Revenue$97,410 $78,718 $18,692 24 %$274,173 $224,281 $49,892 22 %
Cost of revenue$17,063 $13,032 $4,031 31 %$46,665 $38,643 $8,022 21 %
Gross profit$80,347 $65,686 $14,661 22 %$227,508 $185,638 $41,870 23 %
Gross margin82 %83 %83 %83 %

For the three months ended September 30, 2024, cost of revenue increased by $4.0 million compared to the corresponding period of the prior year. This increase is primarily driven by a $1.2 million increase in depreciation and amortization costs related to increased capitalized software and intangible asset amortization, a $0.8 million increase in integration and data costs, a $0.8 million increase in personnel costs, a $0.5 million increase from the allocation of IT and other costs, and a $0.4 million increase in merchant fees.
For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, cost of revenue increased by $8.0 million compared to the corresponding period of the prior year. This increase is primarily driven by a $2.4 million increase in depreciation and amortization costs related to increased capitalized software and intangible asset amortization, a $2.0 million increase in integration and data costs, a $1.5 million increase from the allocation of IT and other costs, a $1.1 million increase in merchant fees, and a $0.9 million increase in personnel costs.
Operating Expenses
Sales and Marketing
Three Months Ended
September 30,
ChangeNine Months Ended
September 30,
Change
20242023Amount%20242023Amount%
(dollars in thousands)(dollars in thousands)
Sales and marketing$35,689 $30,094 $5,595 19 %$104,610 $95,827 $8,783 %
Percentage of total revenue37 %38 %38 %43 %
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For the three months ended September 30, 2024, sales and marketing expense increased by $5.6 million compared to the corresponding period of the prior year. This increase was primarily driven by a $4.2 million increase in personnel costs as a result of higher wage and contractor costs, a $0.6 million increase in marketing and advertising expense due to increased online advertising, a $0.4 million increase from the allocation of other costs, and a $0.3 million increase from the allocation of IT costs.
For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, sales and marketing expense increased by $8.8 million compared to the corresponding period of the prior year. This increase was primarily driven by a $10.4 million increase in personnel costs primarily driven by increased contractor, stock-based compensation, and commission costs, a $2.1 million increase from the allocation of IT costs, and a $1.4 million increase from the allocation of other costs. These increases were partially offset by a $5.0 million decrease in marketing and advertising expense primarily due to lower paid search costs.
Research and Development
Three Months Ended
September 30,
ChangeNine Months Ended
September 30,
Change
20242023Amount%20242023Amount%
(dollars in thousands)(dollars in thousands)
Research and development$22,183 $14,075 $8,108 58 %$58,775 $42,071 $16,704 40 %
Percentage of total revenue23 %18 %21 %19 %

For the three months ended September 30, 2024, research and development costs increased by $8.1 million compared to the corresponding period of the prior year, primarily as a result of a $4.7 million increase in personnel costs driven by a 12% increase in headcount compared to the corresponding period of the prior year and increased stock-based compensation costs, a $1.5 million increase related to IT and other allocations, a $0.7 million increase to other costs, a $0.5 million increase to professional service costs, and a $0.4 million increase from the allocation of rent and office costs.
For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, research and development costs increased by $16.7 million compared to the corresponding period of the prior year, primarily as a result of a $8.3 million increase in personnel costs driven by a 10% increase in headcount compared to the corresponding period of the prior year, a $3.1 million increase related to IT and other allocations, a $2.2 million increase to other costs, primarily related to an increase in costs allocated to research and development, a $1.5 million increase to professional service costs, and a $1.2 million increase from the allocation of rent and office costs.
General and Administrative
Three Months Ended
September 30,
ChangeNine Months Ended
September 30,
Change
20242023Amount%20242023Amount%
(dollars in thousands)(dollars in thousands)
General and administrative$20,770 $18,769 $2,001 11 %$57,556 $56,797 $759 %
Percentage of total revenue21 %24 %21 %25 %

For the three months ended September 30, 2024, general and administrative expense increased by $2.0 million compared to the corresponding period of the prior year. This increase was primarily driven by a $3.8 million increase in personnel costs, which includes a $1.8 million increase in stock-based
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compensation and a $1.5 million increase to professional services primarily related to acquisition costs. These increases were partially offset by a decrease of $2.4 million decrease from the allocation of IT costs and a $0.9 million decrease driven by the allocation of other costs.
For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, general and administrative expense increased by $0.8 million compared to the corresponding period of the prior year. This increase was primarily driven by a $9.3 million increase in personnel costs, which includes a $5.7 million increase in stock-based compensation and a $0.7 million increase to professional services primarily related to acquisition costs. This increase was partially offset by a decrease of $6.6 million from the allocation of IT costs and a $2.6 million from the allocation of other costs.
Exit Costs
All costs associated with our relocation efforts are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statement of operations in our income from continuing operations under the line item, Exit Costs. Exit costs in connection with our relocation efforts include employee severance and fringe benefit costs, and other associated relocation costs.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, exit costs were not incurred. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 exit costs totaled $0.0 million and $1.3 million, respectively, related to our relocation efforts.

Other Income, Net
Three Months Ended
September 30,
ChangeNine Months Ended
September 30,
Change
20242023Amount%20242023Amount%
(dollars in thousands)(dollars in thousands)
Other income, net$2,912 $2,104 $808 38%$9,167 $6,728 $2,439 36%
Percentage of total revenue%%%%

The increase in other income for the three months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the corresponding period of the prior year was primarily due to an increase in fair value adjustments relating to contingent consideration (See Note 5). The increase in other income for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the corresponding period of the prior year was primarily due to an increase in foreign currency exchange gain (loss) and an increase in interest income as compared to the prior year period.
Provision for Income Taxes
Three Months Ended
September 30,
ChangeNine Months Ended
September 30,
Change
20242023Amount%20242023Amount%
(dollars in thousands)(dollars in thousands)
Provision for income taxes$3,899 $637 $3,262 512 %$11,652 $2,303 $9,349 406 %
Percentage of total revenue%%%%
The increase in the provision for income taxes for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the corresponding periods of the prior year was primarily due to the effects of changes in the tax provision recorded on the earnings of our profitable foreign subsidiaries and the impact of the requirement to capitalize and amortize certain research and development costs which results in a current
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provision for U.S. taxes but no deferred tax benefit as a result of the valuation allowance maintained against our net deferred tax assets.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Our principal sources of liquidity have been the net proceeds of our initial public offering in March 2021 and our follow-on offering in November 2021, which totaled $213.8 million, after deducting underwriting discounts and offering expenses paid or payable by us, and the net proceeds we received through private sales of equity securities, as well as sales of premium subscriptions to our platform.
As of September 30, 2024, we had cash and cash equivalents of $45.1 million, short-term investments of $187.8 million, and accounts receivable of $9.3 million.
Our principal uses of cash in recent periods have been to fund operations, invest in capital expenditures and short-term investments, and strategically acquire new businesses. This cash is held in deposits and money market funds.
We believe our existing cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments will be sufficient to meet our operating and capital needs for at least the next 12 months. Our future capital requirements will depend on many factors, including those set forth under Item 1A. Risk Factors in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023.
In the event that additional financing is required from outside sources, we may not be able to raise it on terms acceptable to us, or at all. If we are unable to raise additional capital or generate cash flows necessary to expand our operations, our business, results of operations, and financial condition could be adversely affected.
Operating Activities
Our largest source of operating cash is cash collections from our customers for subscription services. Our primary uses of cash from operating activities are for online advertising, personnel costs across the sales and marketing, product and development, and general and administrative departments, and hosting costs.
Net cash provided by operating activities during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 was $35.1 million. The activity resulted from a net income of $4.1 million adjusted for non-cash add backs of $37.5 million and a net cash outflow of $6.6 million from changes in operating assets and liabilities during the nine months ended September 30, 2024. Non-cash charges primarily consisted of $19.9 million of stock-based compensation expense, $9.2 million for amortization of deferred contract acquisition costs related to capitalized commissions, and $7.1 million for depreciation and amortization expense. The changes in operating assets and liabilities were primarily the result of a $9.0 million increase in deferred contract costs, a $3.5 million increase in prepaid expenses and other current assets, and a $3.4 million decrease in operating lease liability. These outflows were partially offset by a $6.9 million increase in deferred revenue, a $1.9 million increase in accounts payable, and a $1.3 million increase in accrued expenses.
Net cash used in operating activities during the nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $3.6 million. The activity resulted from a net loss of $5.9 million adjusted for non-cash add backs of $21.8 million and a net cash outflow of $19.5 million from changes in operating assets and liabilities during the nine months ended September 30, 2023. Non-cash charges primarily consisted of $10.8 million of stock-based compensation expense and $7.5 million for amortization of deferred contract acquisition costs related to capitalized commissions. The changes in operating assets and liabilities were primarily the result of a $9.8 million increase in deferred contract costs, a $5.6 million decrease in accounts payable, a $5.4 million increase in prepaid expenses and other current assets, a $2.8 million decrease in operating
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lease liability, and a $2.3 million increase in accounts receivable. These outflows were partially offset by a $6.2 million increase in deferred revenue due to the addition of new customers and expansion of the business.
Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 was $51.1 million and primarily consisted of $136.8 million in purchases of short-term investments, $21.1 million in cash paid for businesses, net of cash acquired, $7.8 million in funding of the investment loan receivables, $5.8 million in capitalization of internal-use software costs, $4.9 million related to the purchase of noncontrolling interest, $3.7 million in purchases of convertible debt securities, and $3.4 million in purchases of property and equipment. This activity was partially offset by $132.5 million in proceeds from sales and maturities of short-term investments.
Net cash used in investing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $34.3 million and primarily consisted of $182.4 million in purchases of short-term investments. This activity was partially offset by $154.7 million in proceeds from sales and maturities of short-term investments.
Financing Activities
Net cash provided by financing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 was $2.0 million and consisted of $3.7 million relating to the exercise of stock options partially offset by $1.1 million in payment of acquired debt, and $0.6 million of cash outflows related to the payment of finance leases.
Net cash used in financing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $0.9 million and consisted of $1.9 million of cash outflows related to the payment of finance leases partially offset by inflows of $0.7 million relating to the exercise of stock options as well as $0.3 million related to proceeds from shares issued in connection with the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments
Our principal commitments consist of obligations under leases for office space and leases for data center facilities. For more information regarding our lease obligations, see Note 4 to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. In addition to our leases, we also have multi-year commitments with certain data providers expiring at various dates through 2026. For more information regarding our commitments with data providers, see Note 15 to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. We expect to fund these obligations with cash flows from operations and cash on our balance sheet.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See the section titled “Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted” in Note 2 to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for more information.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
Our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. The preparation of unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates, judgments, and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting periods. On an
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ongoing basis, we evaluate our estimates and assumptions. Our actual results may differ from these estimates.
Our critical accounting policies and estimates are described under the heading Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 and in Note 2 to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
We are exposed to market risk in the ordinary course of our business. Market risk represents the risk of loss that may impact our financial position due to adverse changes in financial market prices and rates. Our market risk exposure is primarily a result of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates, and inflation. We do not hold or issue financial instruments for trading purposes.
Interest Rate Risk
We are exposed to market risk related to changes in interest rates. Our investments primarily consist of short-term investments and money market funds. As of September 30, 2024 we had cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments of $232.9 million. The carrying amount of our cash and cash equivalents reasonably approximates fair value, due to the short maturities of these investments. The primary objectives of our investment activities are the preservation of capital, the fulfillment of liquidity needs and the fiduciary control of cash and investments. We are obligated by our investment policy to invest the majority of our portfolio into U.S. government securities. We do not enter into investments for trading or speculative purposes. Our short-term investments are exposed to market risk due to a fluctuation in interest rates, which may affect our interest income and the fair market value of our investments. Due to the short-term nature of our investment portfolio, we believe only dramatic fluctuations in interest rates would have a material effect on our investments. We do not believe that an immediate 10% increase in interest rates would have a material effect on the fair market value of our portfolio. As such we do not expect our operating results or cash flows to be materially affected by a sudden change in market interest rates.

Foreign Currency Exchange Risk
We are not currently subject to significant foreign currency exchange risk with respect to revenue as our U.S. and international sales are predominantly denominated in U.S. dollars. However, we have some foreign currency risk related to a small amount of sales denominated in euros, and expenses denominated in euros and other currencies. Sales denominated in euros reflect the prevailing U.S. dollar exchange rate on the date of invoice for such sales. Increases in the relative value of the U.S. dollar to the euro may negatively affect revenue and other operating results as expressed in U.S. dollars. We incur significant expenses outside the United States denominated in foreign currencies, primarily the euro. In connection with our operations in Europe with expenses in euros and other currencies, we are exposed to some increased foreign currency exchange risk related to additional expenses denominated in euros. If the average exchange rates of any of these foreign currencies strengthen against the dollar, the dollar value of our expenses outside the United States will increase. For example, an immediate 10% decrease or increase in the relative value of the U.S. dollar to the euro would result in a $7.7 million gain or loss on our unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and cash flows.
We have not engaged in the hedging of foreign currency transactions to date. However, as our international operations expand, our foreign currency exchange risk may increase. If our foreign currency exchange risk increases in the future, we may evaluate the costs and benefits of initiating a foreign currency hedge program in connection with non-U.S. dollar denominated transactions.
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Item 4. Controls and Procedures
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
Our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”) as of the end of the period covered by this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Based on management’s evaluation as of the quarter ended September 30, 2024, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of September 30, 2024.
Our management believes the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q fairly present, in all material respects, our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows as of and for the periods presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There were no changes to our internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2024, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
Inherent Limitations on Effectiveness of Controls
Our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, does not expect that our disclosure controls and procedures or our internal control over financial reporting will prevent or detect all errors and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the objectives of the control system are met. Further, the design of a control system must reflect the fact that there are resource constraints, and the benefits of controls must be considered relative to their costs. Because of the inherent limitation in all control systems, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud, if any, within our company have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty, and that breakdowns can occur because of a simple error or mistake. Additionally, controls can be circumvented by the individual acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people or by management override of the controls. The design of any system of controls is also based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions; over time, controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or the degree of compliance with policies or procedures may deteriorate. Due to inherent limitations in a cost-effective control system, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected.

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PART II — OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1. Legal Proceedings
From time to time we may become involved in legal proceedings or be subject to claims arising in the ordinary course of our business. Although the results of litigation and claims cannot be predicted with certainty, we currently believe that the ultimate costs to resolve any pending matter will not have a material adverse effect on our business, operating results, financial condition, or cash flows. Regardless of the outcome, litigation can have an adverse impact on us because of defense and settlement costs, diversion of management resources and other factors.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
We have included in Part I, Item 1A, “Risk Factors” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, a description of certain risks and uncertainties associated with our business (the “Risk Factors”). You should carefully consider the Risk Factors before making a decision to invest in our securities.
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities
None.
Use of Proceeds From the IPO
On March 24, 2021, our Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-253730) was declared effective by the SEC for our IPO. There has been no material change in the use of proceeds from our IPO as described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 as filed with the SEC on March 7, 2024.
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
None.
Item 5. Other Information
(c) Securities Trading Plans of Directors and Executive Officers

On August 8, 2024, Eugene Levin, our President, adopted a trading arrangement for the sale of our Class A common stock that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Exchange Act Rule 10b5-1(c) (a “Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan”). Mr. Levin’s Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan, which commences on December 2, 2024 and ends on December 22, 2025, provides for the sale of up to 1,080,000 shares of our Class A common stock pursuant to the terms of the plan.

On September 9, 2024, the Vranesh Family Trust U/A DTD 03/26/2007, a trust for the benefit of Mark Vranesh, a member of our Board of Directors, and his spouse, and of which Mr. Vranesh and his spouse are trustees, adopted a Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan. Mr. Vranesh’s Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan, which commences on January 2, 2025 and ends on December 31, 2026, provides for the sale of up to 80,000 shares of our Class A common stock pursuant to the terms of the plan.

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Item 6. Exhibits
The exhibits listed below are filed or incorporated by reference in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
Exhibit NumberExhibit Title
3.1(1)
Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Registrant
3.2(2)
Third Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Registrant
3.3 (3)
Amendment of the Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Registrant
4.1(4)
Form of Class A common stock certificate of the Registrant
Certification of Principal Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or Rule 15d-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended
Certification of Principal Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) or Rule 15d-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended
Certification of Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act
101.INS*XBRL Instance Document - the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document
101.SCH*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CAL*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.DEF*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document
101.LAB*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
101.PRE*XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
104*Cover Page with Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL with applicable taxonomy extension information contained in Exhibit 101)
(1) Filed as Exhibit 3.2 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 16, 2021, and incorporated herein by reference.

(2) Filed as Exhibit 3.2 to the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 7, 2024, and incorporated herein by reference.

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(3) Filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 10, 2024, and incorporated herein by reference.

(4) Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1/A filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 16, 2021, and incorporated herein by reference.

* Filed herewith.
# Indicates management contract or compensatory plan, contract, or agreement.
+ The certifications furnished in Exhibit 32.1 hereto are deemed to accompany this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and will not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, except to the extent that the Registrant specifically incorporates it by reference. Such certifications will not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filings under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, except to the extent that the Registrant specifically incorporates it by reference.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
SEMRUSH HOLDINGS, INC.
November 12, 2024By:/s/ Oleg Shchegolev
Oleg Shchegolev
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
November 12, 2024By:/s/ Brian Mulroy
Brian Mulroy
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer)

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Exhibit 31.1

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-14(a) OR 15d-14(a) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934,
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, Oleg Shchegolev, certify that:
1.    I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Semrush Holdings, Inc.;
2.    Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
3.    Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4.    The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) for the registrant and have:
a.    designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
b.    designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
c.    evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
d.    disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and
5.    The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a.    all significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
b.    any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.
Date:November 12, 2024Semrush Holdings, Inc.
By:/s/ Oleg Shchegolev
Oleg Shchegolev
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)


Exhibit 31.2

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-14(a) OR 15d-14(a) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934,
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, Brian Mulroy, certify that:
1.    I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Semrush Holdings, Inc.;
2.    Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
3.    Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4.    The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) for the registrant and have:
a.    designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
b.    designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;;
c.    evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
d.    disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and
5.    The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a.    all significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
b.    any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.
Date:November 12, 2024Semrush Holdings, Inc.
By:
/s/ Brian Mulroy
Brian Mulroy
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial Officer)


Exhibit 32.1

CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,
AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Semrush Holdings, Inc. for the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Oleg Shchegolev, as Chief Executive Officer of Semrush Holdings, Inc., hereby certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that, to my knowledge, the Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of Semrush Holdings, Inc.

Date:November 12, 2024By:/s/ Oleg Shchegolev
Oleg Shchegolev
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)

The foregoing certification is being furnished pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350. It is not being filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and it is not to be incorporated by reference into any filing of Semrush Holdings, Inc., regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing.


In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Semrush Holdings, Inc. for the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Brian Mulroy, as Chief Financial Officer of Semrush Holdings, Inc., hereby certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that, to my knowledge, the Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of Semrush Holdings, Inc.

Date:November 12, 2024By:
/s/ Brian Mulroy
Brian Mulroy
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial Officer)

The foregoing certification is being furnished pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350. It is not being filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and it is not to be incorporated by reference into any filing of Semrush Holdings, Inc., regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing.

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Cover - shares
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Oct. 31, 2024
Document Information [Line Items]    
Document Type 10-Q  
Document Quarterly Report true  
Document Period End Date Sep. 30, 2024  
Document Transition Report false  
Entity File Number 001-40276  
Entity Registrant Name Semrush Holdings, Inc.  
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code DE  
Entity Tax Identification Number 84-4053265  
Entity Address, Address Line One 800 Boylston Street, Suite 2475  
Entity Address, City or Town Boston  
Entity Address, State or Province MA  
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code 02199  
City Area Code (800)  
Local Phone Number 851-9959  
Title of 12(b) Security Class A Common Stock, $0.00001 par value per share  
Trading Symbol SEMR  
Security Exchange Name NYSE  
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes  
Entity Interactive Data Current Yes  
Entity Filer Category Accelerated Filer  
Entity Small Business false  
Entity Emerging Growth Company true  
Entity Ex Transition Period false  
Entity Shell Company false  
Amendment Flag false  
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2024  
Document Fiscal Period Focus Q3  
Entity Central Index Key 0001831840  
Current Fiscal Year End Date --12-31  
Class A Common Stock    
Document Information [Line Items]    
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   123,629,504
Class B Common Stock    
Document Information [Line Items]    
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   23,072,256
v3.24.3
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Current assets    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 45,083 $ 58,848
Short-term investments 187,796 179,721
Accounts receivable 9,344 7,897
Deferred contract costs, current portion 9,755 9,074
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 20,429 10,014
Total current assets 272,407 265,554
Property and equipment, net 7,220 6,686
Operating lease right-of-use assets 11,048 14,069
Intangible assets, net 30,746 16,083
Goodwill 54,299 24,879
Deferred contract costs, net of current portion 2,722 3,586
Other long-term assets 5,355 633
Total assets 383,797 331,490
Current liabilities    
Accounts payable 11,541 9,187
Accrued expenses 20,284 19,891
Deferred revenue 68,996 58,310
Current portion of operating lease liabilities 4,768 4,274
Other current liabilities 7,462 2,817
Total current liabilities 113,051 94,479
Noncurrent liabilities    
Deferred revenue, net of current portion 210 331
Deferred tax liability 1,965 839
Operating lease liabilities, net of current portion 7,315 10,331
Other long-term liabilities 2,261 1,195
Total liabilities 124,802 107,175
Commitments and contingencies (Note 15)
Stockholders' equity    
Additional paid-in capital 313,924 291,898
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 1,700 (752)
Accumulated deficit (67,107) (71,998)
Total stockholders' equity attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. 248,518 219,149
Noncontrolling interest in consolidated subsidiaries 10,477 5,166
Total stockholders’ equity 258,995 224,315
Total liabilities, noncontrolling interest and stockholders' equity 383,797 331,490
Class A Common Stock    
Stockholders' equity    
Common stock 1 1
Class B Common Stock    
Stockholders' equity    
Common stock $ 0 $ 0
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) - $ / shares
shares in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Class A Common Stock    
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) $ 0.00001 $ 0.00001
Common stock, authorized (in shares) 1,000,000 1,000,000
Common stock, issued (in shares) 123,500 120,629
Common stock, outstanding (in shares) 123,500 120,629
Class B Common Stock    
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) $ 0.00001 $ 0.00001
Common stock, authorized (in shares) 160,000 160,000
Common stock, issued (in shares) 23,072 23,482
Common stock, outstanding (in shares) 23,072 23,482
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) - USD ($)
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Income Statement [Abstract]        
Revenue $ 97,410,000 $ 78,718,000 $ 274,173,000 $ 224,281,000
Cost of revenue 17,063,000 13,032,000 46,665,000 38,643,000
Gross profit 80,347,000 65,686,000 227,508,000 185,638,000
Operating expenses        
Sales and marketing 35,689,000 30,094,000 104,610,000 95,827,000
Research and development 22,183,000 14,075,000 58,775,000 42,071,000
General and administrative 20,770,000 18,769,000 57,556,000 56,797,000
Exit costs 0 0 0 1,292,000
Total operating expenses 78,642,000 62,938,000 220,941,000 195,987,000
Income (loss) from operations 1,705,000 2,748,000 6,567,000 (10,349,000)
Other income, net 2,912,000 2,104,000 9,167,000 6,728,000
Income (loss) before income taxes 4,617,000 4,852,000 15,734,000 (3,621,000)
Provision for income taxes 3,899,000 637,000 11,652,000 2,303,000
Net income (loss) 718,000 4,215,000 4,082,000 (5,924,000)
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest in consolidated subsidiaries (376,000) 0 (809,000) 0
Net income (loss) attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. $ 1,094,000 $ 4,215,000 $ 4,891,000 $ (5,924,000)
Net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders        
Net income (loss) attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. per share attributable to common stockholders—basic (in dollars per share) $ 0.01 $ 0.03 $ 0.03 $ (0.04)
Net income (loss) attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. per share attributable to common stockholders—diluted (in dollars per share) $ 0.01 $ 0.03 $ 0.03 $ (0.04)
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders        
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—basic (in shares) 146,436,167 142,837,120 145,563,220 142,246,586
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—diluted (in shares) 149,426,665 146,270,628 148,653,023 142,246,586
Comprehensive income (loss)        
Net income (loss) $ 718,000 $ 4,215,000 $ 4,082,000 $ (5,924,000)
Other comprehensive income (loss):        
Foreign currency translation adjustments 1,358,000 (51,000) 754,000 193,000
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments 2,626,000 64,000 1,698,000 (1,179,000)
Comprehensive income (loss) 4,702,000 4,228,000 6,534,000 (6,910,000)
Comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interest in consolidated subsidiaries (376,000) 0 (809,000) 0
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. $ 5,078,000 $ 4,228,000 $ 7,343,000 $ (6,910,000)
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF REDEEMABLE NONCONTROLLING INTEREST AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Total
Class A Common Stock
Class B Common Stock
Total Stockholders’ Equity Attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc.
Common Stock
Class A Common Stock
Common Stock
Class B Common Stock
Additional Paid-in Capital
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Accumulated Deficit
Noncontrolling Interest
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2022         43,743,174 97,843,570        
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2022 $ 199,904       $ 0 $ 1 $ 274,057 $ (1,206) $ (72,948)  
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Conversion of Class B Common Stock to Class A Common Stock (in shares)         74,239,844 74,239,844        
Conversion of Class B Common Stock to Class A Common Stock 0       $ 1 $ (1)        
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options (in shares)         88,957          
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options 67           67      
Issuance of common stock in connection with employee stock purchase plan (in shares)         38,879          
Issuance of common stock in connection with employee stock purchase plan 264           264      
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units (in shares)         71,557          
Stock-based compensation expense 2,796           2,796      
Cumulative translation adjustment 365             365    
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments (83)             (83)    
Net income (loss) (9,860)               (9,860)  
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2023         118,182,411 23,603,726        
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2023 193,453       $ 1 $ 0 277,184 (924) (82,808)  
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2022         43,743,174 97,843,570        
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2022 199,904       $ 0 $ 1 274,057 (1,206) (72,948)  
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Cumulative translation adjustment 193                  
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments (1,179)                  
Net income (loss) (5,924)                  
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2023         119,610,733 23,482,057        
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2023 204,769       $ 1 $ 0 285,831 (2,191) (78,872)  
Beginning balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2023         118,182,411 23,603,726        
Beginning balance at Mar. 31, 2023 193,453       $ 1 $ 0 277,184 (924) (82,808)  
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options (in shares)         583,137          
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options 235           235      
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units (in shares)         264,920          
Stock-based compensation expense 3,765           3,765      
Cumulative translation adjustment (120)             (120)    
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments (1,160)             (1,160)    
Net income (loss) (279)               (279)  
Ending balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2023         119,030,468 23,603,726        
Ending balance at Jun. 30, 2023 195,894       $ 1 $ 0 281,184 (2,204) (83,087)  
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Conversion of Class B Common Stock to Class A Common Stock (in shares)         175,000 175,000        
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options (in shares)         325,870          
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options 444           444      
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units (in shares)         79,395 53,331        
Stock-based compensation expense 4,203           4,203      
Cumulative translation adjustment (51)             (51)    
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments 64             64    
Net income (loss) 4,215               4,215  
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2023         119,610,733 23,482,057        
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2023 204,769       $ 1 $ 0 285,831 (2,191) (78,872)  
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2024 0                  
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2023   120,629,000 23,482,000   120,629,147 23,482,057        
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2023 224,315     $ 219,149 $ 1 $ 0 291,898 (752) (71,998) $ 5,166
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options (in shares)         469,879          
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options 844     844     844      
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units (in shares)         145,844          
Stock-based compensation expense 5,115     5,115     5,115      
Cumulative translation adjustment (485)     (485)       (485)    
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments (744)     (744)       (744)    
Net income (loss) 2,138     2,138         2,138  
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest (135)                 (135)
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2024         121,244,870 23,482,057        
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2024 231,048     226,017 $ 1 $ 0 297,857 (1,981) (69,860) 5,031
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2024 0                  
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2023   120,629,000 23,482,000   120,629,147 23,482,057        
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2023 $ 224,315     219,149 $ 1 $ 0 291,898 (752) (71,998) 5,166
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Conversion of Class B Common Stock to Class A Common Stock (in shares)         409,801          
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options (in shares) 1,464,641                  
Cumulative translation adjustment $ 754                  
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments 1,698                  
Net income (loss) 4,891                  
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2024   123,500,000 23,072,000   123,500,426 23,072,256        
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2024 258,995     248,518 $ 1 $ 0 313,924 1,700 (67,107) 10,477
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Beginning balance at Mar. 31, 2024 0                  
Increase (Decrease) in Temporary Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Acquisition of redeemable noncontrolling interest (See Note 9) 9,846                  
Net loss attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interest (70)                  
Reclassification for Tender Offer obligations (See Note 9) (2,021)                  
Recording of redeemable noncontrolling interest at redemption value (See Note 9) 978                  
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Ending balance at Jun. 30, 2024 8,733                  
Beginning balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2024         121,244,870 23,482,057        
Beginning balance at Mar. 31, 2024 231,048     226,017 $ 1 $ 0 297,857 (1,981) (69,860) 5,031
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Conversion of Class B Common Stock to Class A Common Stock (in shares)         409,801 409,801        
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options (in shares)         720,880          
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options 2,209     2,209     2,209      
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units (in shares)         685,891          
Stock-based compensation expense 7,015     7,015     7,015      
Cumulative translation adjustment (119)     (119)       (119)    
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments (184)     (184)       (184)    
Net income (loss) 1,659     1,659         1,659  
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest (228)                 (228)
Recording of redeemable noncontrolling interest at redemption value (See Note 9) (978)     (978)     (978)      
Ending balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2024         123,061,442 23,072,256        
Ending balance at Jun. 30, 2024 240,422     235,619 $ 1 $ 0 306,103 (2,284) (68,201) 4,803
Increase (Decrease) in Temporary Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Reclassification for Tender Offer obligations (See Note 9) (1,615)                  
Reclassification of redeemable noncontrolling interest to noncontrolling interest 7,118                 7,118
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest, Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2024 0                  
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Conversion of Class B Common Stock to Class A Common Stock (in shares)         409,801          
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options (in shares)         273,882          
Issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options 647     647     647      
Issuance of common stock upon vesting of restricted stock units (in shares)         165,102          
Stock-based compensation expense 7,174     7,174     7,174      
Cumulative translation adjustment 1,358     1,358       1,358    
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments 2,626     2,626       2,626    
Net income (loss) 1,094     1,094         1,094  
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest (376)                 (376)
Reclassification of redeemable noncontrolling interest to noncontrolling interest 7,118                 7,118
Acquisition of additional noncontrolling shares (1,068)                 (1,068)
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2024   123,500,000 23,072,000   123,500,426 23,072,256        
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2024 $ 258,995     $ 248,518 $ 1 $ 0 $ 313,924 $ 1,700 $ (67,107) $ 10,477
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UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Operating Activities    
Net income (loss) $ 4,082 $ (5,924)
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities    
Depreciation and amortization expense 7,094 4,807
Amortization of deferred contract costs 9,163 7,510
Amortization (accretion) of premiums and discounts on investments (2,551) (4,667)
Non-cash lease expense 3,431 2,828
Stock-based compensation expense 19,856 10,764
Non-cash interest expense 0 158
Change in fair value included in other income, net (633) (335)
Deferred taxes (286) 12
Other non-cash items 1,457 771
Changes in operating assets and liabilities    
Accounts receivable (301) (2,261)
Deferred contract costs (8,980) (9,835)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets (3,495) (5,411)
Accounts payable 1,939 (5,570)
Accrued expenses 1,296 174
Other current liabilities (527) 0
Deferred revenue 6,852 6,198
Other long-term liabilities 84 0
Change in operating lease liability (3,418) (2,786)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 35,063 (3,567)
Investing Activities    
Purchases of property and equipment (3,411) (1,065)
Capitalization of internal-use software costs (5,842) (3,913)
Purchases of short-term investments (136,768) (182,381)
Proceeds from sales and maturities of short-term investments 132,500 154,741
Purchases of convertible debt securities (3,650) (319)
Funding of investment loan receivable (7,757) 0
Cash paid for acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired (21,082) (1,232)
Purchase of noncontrolling interest (4,870) 0
Purchases of other investments (196) (150)
Net cash used in investing activities (51,076) (34,319)
Financing Activities    
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 3,700 746
Proceeds from issuance of shares in connection with employee stock purchase plan 0 264
Payment of acquired debt (1,114) 0
Payment of finance leases (577) (1,938)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 2,009 (928)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 424 238
Increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (13,580) (38,576)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period 58,848 79,765
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period 45,268 41,189
Supplemental cash flow disclosures    
Cash paid for interest 0 154
Cash paid for income taxes 11,383 1,896
Property and equipment purchases not paid 48 3
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease liabilities 924 0
Accrued purchase consideration 5,101 0
Unrealized gain (loss) on short-term investments $ 1,698 $ (1,179)
v3.24.3
Overview and Basis of Presentation
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Overview and Basis of Presentation Overview and Basis of Presentation
Description of Business
Semrush Holdings, Inc. (“Semrush Holdings”) and its subsidiaries (together the “Company”, or “Semrush”) provide an online visibility management software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) platform. The Company’s platform enables its subscribers to improve their online visibility and drive traffic, including on their websites and social media pages, and distribute highly relevant content to their customers on a targeted basis across various channels to drive high-quality traffic and measure the effectiveness of their digital marketing campaigns. The Company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and as of September 30, 2024 has wholly owned subsidiaries in the United States, Spain, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Cyprus, Serbia, Poland, Germany, Armenia, Canada, France, and Vietnam.
The Company is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties common to companies in similar industries and stages of development that could affect future operations and financial performance. These risks include, but are not limited to, rapid technological change, competitive pressure from substitute products or larger companies, protection of proprietary technology, management of international activities, and dependence on third parties and key individuals.
Basis of Presentation
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) and applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) regarding interim financial reporting. Accordingly, certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. Any reference in these notes to applicable guidance is meant to refer to the authoritative United States generally accepted accounting principles as found in the Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) and Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”).
The unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements have been prepared on the same basis as the audited annual consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023, and, in the opinion of management, reflect all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, necessary for the fair presentation of the Company’s financial position as of September 30, 2024, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. The consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2023 included herein was derived from the audited consolidated financial statements as of that date.
The results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the year ending December 31, 2024, any other interim periods, or any future year or period.
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and notes included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the SEC on March 7, 2024.
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements reflect the application of certain significant accounting policies as described below and elsewhere in these notes to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements. As of September 30, 2024, there have been no material changes in the Company's significant accounting policies from those that were disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K, except as discussed below.
v3.24.3
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Principles of Consolidation
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, its wholly owned subsidiaries, and subsidiaries in which it holds a controlling interest. All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. Ownership interests in subsidiaries represented by other parties that do not control the entity are presented in the consolidated financial statements as activities and balances attributable to noncontrolling interests.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. Significant estimates relied upon in preparing these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include, but are not limited to, revenue recognition, expected future cash flows used to evaluate the recoverability of long-lived assets, contingent liabilities, expensing and capitalization of research and development costs for internal-use software, the average period of benefit associated with costs capitalized to obtain revenue contracts, the determination of the fair value of stock-based awards issued, stock-based compensation expense, the determination of the estimated fair value of loan receivables and convertible notes held by the Company, the valuations of the intangible assets acquired through acquisitions, the estimation of the Company’s incremental borrowing rate, and the recoverability of the Company’s net deferred tax assets and related valuation allowance.
Although the Company regularly assesses these estimates, actual results could differ materially from these estimates. Changes in estimates are recorded in the period in which they become known. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and various other assumptions that it believes to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from management’s estimates if these results differ from historical experience, or other assumptions do not turn out to be substantially accurate, even if such assumptions are reasonable when made.
Subsequent Events Considerations
The Company considers events or transactions that occur after the balance sheet date but prior to the issuance of the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements to provide additional evidence for certain estimates or to identify matters that require additional disclosure. Subsequent events have been evaluated as required. See Note 18 for additional information regarding the Company’s subsequent events.
Emerging Growth Company Status
The Company is an "emerging growth company" (“EGC”), as defined in the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (the “JOBS Act”). Based on the market value of our common equity held by non-affiliates as of June 28, 2024 (the last business day of our most recently completed second fiscal quarter), we will cease to qualify as an emerging growth company as of the end of the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. As a result, beginning with our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ending December 31, 2024, we will be subject to certain requirements that apply to other public companies but did not previously apply to us due to our status as an emerging growth company, including the provisions of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which require that our independent registered public accounting firm provide an attestation report on the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting.
Revenue Recognition
The Company primarily derives revenue from subscriptions to the Company’s SaaS services and related customer support. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, subscription revenue accounted for nearly all of the Company’s revenue. Revenue related to other revenue was not material for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023.
The Company offers subscriptions to its platform primarily on a monthly or annual basis. The Company sells its products and services primarily through a self-service model and also directly through its sales force. The Company’s subscription arrangements provide customers the right to access the Company’s hosted software applications. Customers do not have the right to take possession of the Company’s software during the hosting arrangement. Subscriptions are generally non-cancellable during the contractual subscription term; however, some subscription contracts contain a right to a refund if requested within seven days of purchase.
The Company recognizes revenue in accordance with ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (“ASC 606”). Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised products or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration it expects to receive in exchange for those products or services. There were no changes to the Company’s revenue recognition policies since the filing of its Annual Report on Form 10-K with the SEC on March 7, 2024.
Amounts that have been invoiced are recorded in accounts receivable and in deferred revenue or revenue, depending on whether the revenue recognition criteria have been met. The Company primarily invoices and collects payments from customers for its services in advance on a monthly or annual basis.
Deferred revenue represents amounts billed for which revenue has not yet been recognized. Deferred revenue that will be recognized during the succeeding 12-month period is recorded as deferred revenue, and the remaining portion is recorded as deferred revenue, net of current portion. Deferred revenue increased by $10,565 as of September 30, 2024 compared to December 31, 2023. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, $33,911 and $53,716 of revenue was recognized that was included in deferred revenue at the beginning of each respective period. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, $28,933 and $45,829 of revenue was recognized that was included in deferred revenue at the beginning of each respective period.
The Company has elected to exclude amounts charged to customers for sales tax from the transaction price. Accordingly, revenue is presented net of any sales tax collected from customers.
Transaction Price Allocated to Future Performance Obligations`
ASC 606 requires that the Company disclose the aggregate amount of the transaction price that is allocated to performance obligations that have not yet been satisfied as of the balance sheet dates reported.
For contracts with an original expected duration greater than one year, the aggregate amount of the transaction price allocated to the performance obligations that were unsatisfied as of September 30, 2024 was $1,179, of which the Company expects to recognize $969 over the next 12 months.
For contracts with an original expected duration of one year or less, the Company has applied the practical expedient available under ASC 606 to not disclose the amount of transaction price allocated to unsatisfied performance obligations as of September 30, 2024. For performance obligations not satisfied as of September 30, 2024, and to which this expedient applies, the nature of the performance obligations is consistent with performance obligations satisfied as of December 31, 2023.
Costs to Obtain a Contract
The incremental direct costs of obtaining a contract, which primarily consist of sales commissions paid for new subscription contracts, are deferred and recorded as deferred contract costs in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets and are amortized over a period of approximately 24 months on a systematic basis, consistent with the pattern of transfer of the goods or services to which the asset relates. The 24-month period represents the estimated benefit period of the customer relationship and has been determined by taking into consideration the type of product sold, the commitment term of the customer contract, the nature of the Company’s technology development life-cycle, and an estimated customer relationship period based on historical experience and future expectations. Deferred contract costs that will be recorded as expense during the succeeding 12-month period are recorded as deferred contract costs, current portion, and the remaining portion is recorded as deferred contract costs, net of current portion. Amortization of deferred contract costs is included in sales and marketing expense in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).
Concentrations of Credit Risk and Significant Customers
The Company has no off-balance sheet risk, such as foreign exchange contracts, option contracts, or other hedging arrangements. Credit losses historically have not been significant and the Company generally has not experienced any material losses related to receivables from individual customers, or groups of customers. Due to these factors, no additional credit risk beyond amounts provided for collection losses is believed by management to be probable in the Company's accounts receivable.
Credit risk with respect to accounts receivable is dispersed due to the large number of customers of the Company. The Company routinely assesses the creditworthiness of its customers and generally does not require its customers to provide collateral or other security to support accounts receivable. Credit losses historically have not been significant and the Company generally has not experienced any material losses related to receivables from individual customers, or groups of customers. Due to these factors, no additional credit risk beyond amounts provided for collection losses is believed by management to be probable in the Company's accounts receivable.
As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, no individual customer represented more than 10% of the Company’s accounts receivable. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, no individual customer represented more than 10% of the Company’s revenue.
Disclosure of Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The Company’s financial instruments include cash, cash equivalents, investments, accounts receivable, loan receivables, convertible notes, accounts payable, and accrued expenses. The Company’s investments are classified as available-for-sale and reported at fair value in accordance with the market approach utilizing quoted prices that were directly or indirectly observable. The Company has elected the fair value option in respect to the accounting for its loan receivable investment, resulting in increases and decreases in the fair value of such investments being recorded to other income, net for
each reporting period. The carrying amount of the remainder of the Company’s financial instruments approximated their fair values as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, due to the short-term nature of these instruments.
The Company has evaluated the estimated fair value of financial instruments using available market information. The use of different market assumptions and/or estimation methodologies could have a significant effect on the estimated fair value amounts. See below for further discussion.
Foreign Currency Translation
The Company operates in a multi-currency environment having transactions in such currencies as the U.S. dollar, zloty, Czech koruna, euro, and others. The reporting currency of the Company is the U.S. dollar.
The foreign currency exchange gain (loss) included in other income, net for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 was $(236) and $(291), respectively. The foreign currency exchange gain (loss) included in other income, net for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 was $337 and $(929), respectively.
Comprehensive income (loss)
Comprehensive income (loss) is comprised of two components: net income (loss) and other comprehensive income (loss), which includes other changes in stockholders’ equity that result from transactions and economic events other than those with stockholders. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, comprehensive income (loss) consists of net income (loss), the change in the cumulative foreign currency translation adjustment, and unrealized gain (loss) on investments. The tax effect of the cumulative foreign currency translation adjustment and unrealized gain (loss) on investments was not significant for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted
In November 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures (“ASU 2023-07”). ASU 2023-07 expands public entities’ segment disclosures by requiring disclosure of significant segment expenses that are regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker and included within each reported measure of segment profit or loss, an amount and description of its composition for other segment items, and interim disclosures of a reportable segment’s profit or loss and assets. ASU 2023-07 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023 and for interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-07 on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740)-Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (“ASU 2023-09”). ASU 2023-09 requires that an entity disclose specific categories in the effective tax rate reconciliation as well as provide additional information for reconciling items that meet a quantitative threshold. Further, ASU 2023-09 requires certain disclosures of state versus federal income tax expense and taxes paid. The amendments in ASU 2023-09 are required to be adopted for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The amendments should be applied on a prospective basis although retrospective application is permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-09 on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
v3.24.3
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Investments
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Abstract]  
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Investments Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Investments
The Company considers all highly liquid instruments purchased with an original maturity date of 90 days or less from the date of purchase to be cash equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash on deposit with banks and amounts held in interest-bearing money market funds. Cash equivalents are carried at cost, which approximates their fair market value. Short‑term investments consist of investments with original maturities greater than 90 days, as of the date of purchase. The Company considers its investment portfolio available-for-sale. The Company adjusts the cost of investments for amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts to maturity. The Company includes such amortization and accretion in interest income in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.
When the Company holds debt investments classified as available-for-sale pursuant to ASC 320, Investments — Debt Securities, it records available-for-sale securities at fair value, with unrealized gains and losses included in accumulated other comprehensive loss in stockholders’ equity. The Company has classified its investments with maturities beyond one year as short term, based on their highly liquid nature and because such marketable securities represent the investment of cash that is available for current operations. The Company includes interest and dividends on securities classified as available-for-sale in interest income in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss). Realized gains and losses are recorded in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) based on the specific-identification method. There was no material realized gains or losses on investments for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 or 2023. The Company did not hold any investments in an unrealized loss position for less than twelve months as of September 30, 2024. As of December 31, 2023, the aggregate fair value of investments held by the Company in an unrealized loss position for less than twelve months was $89,381. As of September 30, 2024, the aggregate fair value of investments held by the Company in a continuous unrealized loss position for greater than twelve months was $9,920. The Company did not hold any investments in an unrealized loss position for greater than twelve months as of December 31, 2023.
On January 1, 2023, the Company adopted ASU 2016-13, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326) and ASU 2019-04, Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses, Topic 815 Derivatives and Hedging and Topic 825, Financial Instruments. Under these standards, the Company reviews available-for-sale securities for impairment whenever the fair value of the security is less than its amortized cost. If impairment exists and the Company intends to sell the security or it is more likely than not that the Company will be required to sell the security before recovery of the amortized cost basis, the Company will write down the amortized cost basis to its fair value at the reporting date, recognizing the difference as a loss within other income, net in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations. If the Company does not intend to sell the security nor is it more likely than not that the Company will be required to sell the security before recovery of the amortized cost basis, the Company will determine if any portion of the unrealized loss on the security is due to credit loss. If the impairment is entirely or partially due to credit loss, the Company will measure the credit loss up to the amount of the difference between fair value and amortized cost, and recognize an allowance for credit losses along with the related charge against earnings as a loss within other income, net in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations. The remaining impairment amount due to all other factors is recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets. Subsequent changes to the Company’s estimate of credit losses will be recorded as adjustments to the allowance for credit losses and other income, net. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company determined that no impairments were required to be recognized in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations.
The following is a summary of cash, cash equivalents, and investments as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023:
Amortized
 Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Estimated
Fair Value
September 30, 2024
Cash and cash equivalents$45,087 $— $(4)$45,083 
Investments:
     U.S. treasury securities186,214 1,585 (3)187,796 
           Total investments186,214 1,585 (3)187,796 
                Total cash, cash equivalents, and investments$231,301 $1,585 $(7)$232,879 
Amortized
 Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Estimated
Fair Value
December 31, 2023
Cash and cash equivalents$58,848 $— $— $58,848 
Investments:
     U.S. treasury securities due in one year or less179,843 265 (387)179,721 
           Total investments179,843 265 (387)179,721 
                Total cash, cash equivalents and investments$238,691 $265 $(387)$238,569 
The Company considered the extent to which any unrealized losses on its marketable securities were driven by credit risk and other factors, including market risk, and if it is more-likely-than-not that the Company would have to sell the security before the recovery of the amortized cost basis. As of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the unrealized losses related to its marketable securities were due to rising market interest rates compared to when the investments were initiated. The Company does not believe the unrealized losses represent credit risk, and the Company does not intend to sell any of the securities in an unrealized loss position and it is not likely that the Company would be required to sell these securities before recovery of their amortized cost basis, which may be at maturity. Thus, no credit loss was recognized for the Company's marketable securities for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023.
As of September 30, 2024, the Company held $45,621 in U.S. treasury securities with maturities within one year and held $142,175 in U.S. treasury securities with maturities after one year and within three years.
Restricted Cash
As of September 30, 2024, restricted cash totaled $185 related to cash held as collateral for a letter of credit related to the contractual provisions for one of the Company’s office leases.
The following table is a reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets that sum to the total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows:
As of September 30,
20242023
Cash and cash equivalents$45,083 $41,189 
Restricted cash included in "other long-term assets"185 — 
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash$45,268 $41,189 
v3.24.3
Leases
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Leases [Abstract]  
Leases Leases
The components of lease expense were as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20242024
Operating lease cost$1,415 $4,061 
Short-term lease cost218 629 
Variable lease cost1,120 3,485 
Total lease cost$2,753 $8,175 
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20242024
Amortization of lease assets$82 $734 
Interest on lease liabilities20 
Total finance lease cost$87 $754 
Weighted-average remaining lease term and discount rate were as follows:
As of September 30,
2024
Weighted-average remaining lease term (in years)
     Operating leases2.9
     Finance leases1.2
Weighted-average discount rate
     Operating leases5.7 %
     Finance leases6.8 %
Future minimum amounts payable as of September 30, 2024 were as follows:
As of September 30, 2024
Operating LeasesFinance
Leases
Remainder of 2024$1,280 $89 
20254,638 194 
20263,797 — 
20272,154 — 
2028884 — 
Thereafter— — 
Total lease payments12,753 283 
Less: imputed interest(670)(53)
Total lease liabilities$12,083 $230 
As of September 30, 2024, the Company had no finance or operating leases that had not yet commenced.
Rent expense related to the Company’s office facilities was $1,634 and $4,690 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively. Rent expense related to the Company’s office facilities was $1,293 and $3,762 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
Leases Leases
The components of lease expense were as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20242024
Operating lease cost$1,415 $4,061 
Short-term lease cost218 629 
Variable lease cost1,120 3,485 
Total lease cost$2,753 $8,175 
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20242024
Amortization of lease assets$82 $734 
Interest on lease liabilities20 
Total finance lease cost$87 $754 
Weighted-average remaining lease term and discount rate were as follows:
As of September 30,
2024
Weighted-average remaining lease term (in years)
     Operating leases2.9
     Finance leases1.2
Weighted-average discount rate
     Operating leases5.7 %
     Finance leases6.8 %
Future minimum amounts payable as of September 30, 2024 were as follows:
As of September 30, 2024
Operating LeasesFinance
Leases
Remainder of 2024$1,280 $89 
20254,638 194 
20263,797 — 
20272,154 — 
2028884 — 
Thereafter— — 
Total lease payments12,753 283 
Less: imputed interest(670)(53)
Total lease liabilities$12,083 $230 
As of September 30, 2024, the Company had no finance or operating leases that had not yet commenced.
Rent expense related to the Company’s office facilities was $1,634 and $4,690 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively. Rent expense related to the Company’s office facilities was $1,293 and $3,762 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
v3.24.3
Fair Value Measurement
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Measurement Fair Value Measurement
The following tables summarize financial assets and liabilities measured and recorded at fair value on a recurring basis in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, segregated by the level of the valuation inputs within the fair value hierarchy utilized to measure fair value:
September 30, 2024
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs)Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs)Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3 Inputs)
Total
Assets:
     Money market funds$1,509 $— $— $1,509 
     U.S. treasury securities— 187,796 — 187,796 
     Commercial paper— 9,920 — 9,920 
     Convertible debt securities (See Note 7)— — 3,112 3,112 
     Investment loan receivable (See Note 7)— — 7,676 7,676 
Total assets$1,509 $197,716 $10,788 $210,013 
Liabilities:
Contingent consideration$— $— $— $— 
Total liabilities$— $— $— $— 
December 31, 2023
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs)Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs)Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3 Inputs)
Total
Assets:
     Money market funds$54,269 $— $— $54,269 
     U.S. treasury securities— 179,721 — 179,721 
Total assets$54,269 $179,721 $— $233,990 
Liabilities:
     Contingent consideration$— $— $597 $597 
Total liabilities$— $— $597 $597 

Cash equivalents include money market funds with original maturities of 90 days or less from the date of purchase. The fair value measurement of these assets is based on quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets and, therefore, these assets are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis and classified as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy. The Company’s investments primarily consist of U.S. treasury securities. The fair value measurement of these assets is based on significant other observable inputs and, therefore, these assets are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis and classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy.
As of September 30, 2024, the Company measured its investment loan receivables (see Note 7), its convertible debt securities (See Note 7) and its contingent consideration associated with the acquisition of Datos Inc. on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3). As of December 31, 2023, the Company measured its contingent consideration associated with the acquisition of Datos Inc. on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3).
Convertible Debt Securities
The Company records its convertible debt securities at fair value on the purchase date. The Company determines the fair value of these investments using the Black-Scholes Merton model. Each reporting period thereafter, these investments are revalued and increases or decreases in their fair values are recorded as adjustments to other income, net within the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) to reflect the gains and losses. Changes in the fair value of these investments can result from changes in the estimated enterprise value of the issuers, the likelihoods and methods of such conversions, and other market factors. Significant judgment is employed in determining the appropriateness of these assumptions as of the purchase date and for each subsequent period. Accordingly, changes in any of the assumptions described above can materially impact the amount of gain or loss the Company records in any given period.
A rollforward of the fair value measurements of the convertible debt securities for the three months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Balance as of June 30, 2024$— 
Investment in convertible debt security3,000 
Change in fair value included in other income, net112 
Balance as of September 30, 2024$3,112 
Investment Loan Receivables
The Company elected to account for this investment by utilizing the fair value option. The Company records investment loan receivables at their fair value on the agreement date. Each reporting period thereafter, these receivables are revalued and increases or decreases in their fair values are recorded as an adjustment to other income, net within the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss). The Company generally determines the fair value using the discounted cash flow method. The significant assumptions used to estimate the fair value include the interest rate, risk-free rate, expected repayment date, equity value, equity volatility, expected timing of exercise, and the credit spread assumption specific to the investment loan. Significant judgment is employed in determining the appropriateness of these assumptions as of the acquisition date and for each subsequent period.
A rollforward of the fair value measurements of the investment loan receivable for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Balance as of December 31, 2023$— 
Initial funding of investment loan receivable7,000 
Balance as of March 31, 20247,000 
Change in fair value included in other income, net83 
Balance as of June 30, 20247,083 
Additional funding of investment loan receivable757 
Change in fair value included in other income, net(164)
Balance as of September 30, 2024$7,676 
Contingent consideration
The Company records contingent consideration resulting from a business combination at its fair value on the acquisition date. The Company generally determines the fair value of the contingent consideration using the Monte Carlo simulation model. Each reporting period thereafter, these obligations are revalued and increases or decreases in their fair values are recorded as an adjustment to other income, net within the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss). Changes in the fair value of the contingent consideration can result from changes in assumed discount periods and rates, and from changes pertaining to the estimated or actual achievement of the defined milestones. Significant judgment is employed in determining the appropriateness of these assumptions as of the acquisition date and for each subsequent period. Accordingly, future business and economic conditions, as well as changes in any of the assumptions described above, can materially impact the amount of contingent consideration expense the Company records in any given period.
The total estimated fair value of the contingent consideration payable was $0 and $597 as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. As of December 31, 2023, the primary inputs to the fair value of the contingent consideration were the risk free rate, the discount rate, and the revenue volatility. As of September 30, 2024, it was not probable that the payment would be earned.
Changes in the estimated fair value of the Datos contingent consideration payable will be recognized in other income, net. A rollforward of the fair value measurements of the contingent consideration liability for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Balance as of December 31, 2023$597 
Change in fair value included in other income, net21 
Balance as of March 31, 2024618 
Change in fair value included in other income, net133 
Balance as of June 30, 2024751 
Change in fair value included in other income, net(751)
Balance as of September 30, 2024$— 
v3.24.3
Property and Equipment, Net
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]  
Property and Equipment, Net Property and Equipment, Net
Property and equipment consists of the following:
As of
September 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
Computer equipment$13,583 $11,084 
Furniture and office equipment2,018 1,965 
Leasehold improvements2,906 2,469 
Total property and equipment18,507 15,518 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(11,287)(8,832)
Property and equipment, net$7,220 $6,686 
Depreciation and amortization expense related to property and equipment was $858 and $2,641 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively. Depreciation and amortization expense related to property and equipment was $961 and $2,755 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
v3.24.3
Other Assets
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Deferred Costs, Capitalized, Prepaid, and Other Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Other Assets Other Assets
Investment Loan Receivable
In March 2024, the Company entered into a loan agreement in which it loaned $7,000 to the borrower with a repayment date in March 2025. During September 2024, the Company entered into an amended and restated loan agreement in which it loaned an additional $757 to the borrower with a repayment date in March 2025. In addition to the loan facility, the Company entered into an option agreement with the borrower in which the Company had the right, but not the obligation, to acquire a majority of the outstanding common stock of the borrower during the period beginning July 1, 2024 and ending August 31, 2024. The Company accounts for the loan agreement and option agreement as a single financial instrument (together, the “Investment Loan Receivable”). The Company recorded the Investment Loan Receivable at its fair value of $7,000 on the agreement date. The Company did not exercise the option agreement. As of September 30, 2024, the fair value of the Investment Loan Receivable was $7,676 and was included in prepaid expenses and other current assets in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet.
With respect to the Investment Loan Receivable, the Company held a variable interest in the borrower, which is a variable interest entity. After evaluation of the relationship between the Company and this variable interest entity, the Company determined not to consolidate this variable interest entity’s results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024. Significant judgments included the determination that the Company was not the primary beneficiary of the variable interest entity given the Company’s variable interests did not constitute a controlling financial interest.
Investments in Convertible Debt
In July 2024, the Company purchased a convertible debt security for a total aggregate investment of $3,000 with a maturity date of July 22, 2027 and annual interest rate of 10%. Interest accrues on the note and becomes payable upon conversion or maturity of the note. This convertible debt security is classified as an available-for-sale security. As of September 30, 2024, the note was included in other long-term assets in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet. The Company accounts for the investment by utilizing the fair value option within ASC 825, Financial Instruments (“ASC 825”), and accounting for the entire hybrid instrument at fair value through other income (expense). The Company recorded an increase in the fair value of the convertible note of $112 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024.
v3.24.3
Net Income (Loss) Per Share
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Net Income (Loss) Per Share
For the three months ended September 30, 2024, the net loss attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. is divided by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period to calculate both basic and diluted earnings per share. The dilutive effect of common stock equivalents has been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share for this period as its effect would have been anti-dilutive due to the net loss incurred for the period. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, diluted net income per share was calculated by dividing net income attributable to Semrush Holdings, Inc. by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period, including the dilutive impact of stock options and shares of common stock issuable upon the vesting of Restricted Stock Units (“RSUs”).
For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the net loss attributable to common stockholders is divided by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period to calculate both basic and diluted earnings per share. The dilutive effect of common stock equivalents has been excluded from the calculation of diluted net loss per share for these periods as its effect would have been anti-dilutive due to the net losses incurred for the periods.
The following table presents a reconciliation of weighted-average shares outstanding used in the calculation of basic and diluted net income (loss) per share:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024202320242023
Weighted-average shares outstanding:
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—basic146,436,167 142,837,120 145,563,220 142,246,586 
Dilutive effect of share equivalents resulting from stock options1,641,946 3,207,854 1,925,296 — 
Dilutive effect of share equivalents resulting from restricted stock units1,348,552 225,654 1,164,507 — 
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—diluted149,426,665 146,270,628 148,653,023 142,246,586 
The following potentially dilutive common stock equivalents, including stock options and restricted stock units, have been excluded from the calculation of diluted weighted-average shares outstanding for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 because to do so would have been anti-dilutive for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024202320242023
Stock options outstanding1,535,122 4,452,615 2,457,405 8,175,646 
Unvested RSUs and PSUs28,094 1,779,298 606,029 2,635,840 
1,563,216 6,231,913 3,063,434 10,811,486 
For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, 1,128,021 and 1,128,021 shares of Class A common stock potentially issuable under Performance Stock Units (“PSUs”) were excluded from the table above, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, 1,076,538 and 1,077,726 shares of Class A common stock potentially issuable under PSUs were excluded from the table above, respectively. The performance-based conditions had not been met and were deemed improbable of achievement as of the reporting period end date. See Note 14 for additional information regarding the Company’s PSUs.
v3.24.3
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Business Combination, Asset Acquisition, and Joint Venture Formation [Abstract]  
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill
Acquisitions
Exploding Topics
On August 15, 2024, the Company completed an asset purchase agreement with Backlinko, LLC, doing business as Exploding Topics, to acquire substantially all of the assets of Exploding Topics. The Company has accounted for this transaction as a business combination under the acquisition method. The purpose of this asset acquisition was to acquire the traffic generating content of Exploding Topics. The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred totaled $2,950 which includes a holdback
of $531 to be paid on August 15, 2025. This holdback amount is included in other current liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024.
The Company assigned a value of $1,062 to the acquired identifiable intangible assets consisted of content, customer relationships, and developed technology, which are amortized over the assets’ useful lives using a straight-line amortization method. The Company assigned useful lives to the acquired content, customer relationships, and developed technology, of four years, three years, and three years, respectively. The Company used the guideline public company method to value the identifiable intangible assets. After allocating the purchase price to identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed, the remaining purchase price of $1,888 was allocated to goodwill, which primarily relates to expected future site traffic generation and is deductible for tax purposes. The allocation of the purchase price is preliminary as of September 30, 2024 as the Company continues to gather information supporting the acquired assets and liabilities to finalize the purchase price allocation.
The Company recorded $119 and $128 in transaction costs related to the transaction during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, which are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) in its income from continuing operations under the line item, General and administrative.
As of August 15, 2024, the results of Exploding Topics’ operations are included within the Company’s consolidated financial statements. This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.
Ryte
On July 11, 2024, the Company acquired 100% of the outstanding shares of Ryte GmbH ("Ryte"). The Company has accounted for this transaction as a business combination under the acquisition method. The purpose of this business combination was to expand the Company’s enterprise offerings by adding enterprise site audit and website performance monitoring. The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred consisted of the following:
Acquisition Date
Consideration transferredFair Value
Cash paid at close$8,910 
Fair value of deferred purchase payments1,572 
Total purchase consideration$10,482 
The Company determined that the fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed was $10,482, including the cash paid at close and the fair value of the deferred purchase payments as of September 30, 2024. The fair value of deferred purchase payments represents the fair value of two payments of $786 each, the first of which will be paid July 11, 2025 and is included within other current liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024. The second payment is due January 11, 2026 and is included in other long term liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024.
The table below summarizes the Company’s preliminary purchase price allocation. The allocation of the purchase price is preliminary as of September 30, 2024 as the Company continues to gather information supporting the acquired assets and liabilities to finalize the purchase price allocation.
Purchase Price
Assets acquiredAllocation
Fair value of tangible assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$1,550 
Accounts Receivable742 
Prepaid Expenses463 
Other current assets676 
Other assets100 
Identifiable intangible assets2,630 
Goodwill10,489 
Total assets acquired$16,650 
Liabilities assumed
Accounts payable$194 
Short-term debt2,529 
Accrued liabilities457 
Deferred revenue2,708 
Other liabilities280 
Total Liabilities Assumed$6,168 
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net$10,482 
The Company allocated $2,630 of the purchase price to identifiable intangible assets consisting of developed technology, customer relationships, and trade names, which it amortizes over the assets’ useful lives using a straight-line amortization method. The Company assigned useful lives to acquired developed technology, customer relationships, and trade names, of five years, six years, and five years, respectively. The Company used the multi-period excess earnings method to value the developed technology. The Company used the distributor method, a variation of the multi-period excess earnings method to value the customer relationships. The Company used the relief from royalty method to value the trade names. Trade names primarily relate to the Ryte brand. The significant assumptions used to estimate the value of the intangible assets included the discount rate, revenue growth rates, adjusted operating margin, and obsolescence. After allocating the purchase price to identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed, the remaining purchase price was allocated to goodwill, which primarily relates to expected synergies with our existing product offerings and is not deductible for tax purposes.
The Company recorded $494 and $721 in transaction costs related to the transaction during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, which are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) in its income from continuing operations under the line item, General and administrative.
As of July 11, 2024, the results of Ryte’s operations are included within the Company’s consolidated financial statements. This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.
Brand 24
On April 29, 2024, the Company completed a stock purchase agreement to acquire approximately 58% of the voting equity interests in Brand 24 S.A. (“Brand 24”). The Company has accounted for this transaction as a business combination under the acquisition method. The purpose of the business
combination was to expand our public relations business and customer base. The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred consisted of the following:
Acquisition Date
Consideration transferredFair Value
Cash paid at close$10,650 
Fair value of deferred purchase payments2,878 
Consideration transferred$13,528 
The Company determined that the fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed was $23,374, including the fair value of the noncontrolling interest in Brand 24 of $9,846, which is reflected in the stockholders’ equity section of the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024. The fair value of the noncontrolling interest on the closing date was estimated considering the implied enterprise value and the acquired percentage of Brand 24. The fair value of deferred purchase payments represents the fair value of two payments of $1,500 each, the first of which will be paid December 31, 2024 and is included within other current liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024. The second payment is due November 12, 2025 and is included in other long term liabilities within the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024. The deferred purchase payments will accrue interest of 2.5% per year.
The table below summarizes the Company’s preliminary purchase price allocation. The allocation of the purchase price is preliminary as of September 30, 2024 as the Company continues to gather information supporting the acquired assets and liabilities to finalize the purchase price allocation.
Purchase Price
Assets acquiredAllocation
Fair value of tangible assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$1,502 
Accounts Receivable139 
Other assets686 
Identifiable intangible assets9,350 
Goodwill15,846 
Total assets acquired$27,523 
Liabilities assumed
Deferred revenue, current847 
Deferred tax liabilities1,411 
Other liabilities1,891 
Total Liabilities Assumed$4,149 
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net$23,374 
Fair value of noncontrolling interest$9,846 
Fair value of controlling interest acquired$13,528 
The Company allocated $9,350 of the purchase price to identifiable intangible assets consisting of customer relationships, developed technology, and trade names, which it amortizes over the assets’ useful lives using a straight-line amortization method. The Company assigned useful lives to acquired customer relationships, developed technology, and trade names, of six years, five years, and five years, respectively. The Company used the multi-period excess earnings method to value the customer relationships. Customer relationships represent the underlying relationships with certain customers to provide ongoing services for products sold. To value the developed technology and trade names assets, the Company utilized the relief from royalty method. Trade names primarily relate to the Brand 24 brand. The significant assumptions used to estimate the value of the intangible assets included the discount rate,
revenue growth rates, and customer attrition rates. After allocating the purchase price to identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed, the remaining purchase price was allocated to goodwill, which primarily relates to expected synergies from combining operations and is not deductible for tax purposes.
The Company recorded $215 and $605 in transaction costs related to the transaction during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, which are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) in its income from continuing operations under the line item, General and administrative.
As of April 29, 2024, the results of Brand 24’s operations are included within the Company’s consolidated financial statements. This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.
In April 2024 the Company entered into award agreements with certain members of Brand 24 Management. These awards are accounted for as liability-classified awards under ASC 718, Compensation - Stock Compensation. The fair value of the awards were estimated using a Monte Carlo Simulation. The Company recorded $227 and $377 in post-acquisition compensation expense related to these awards during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively.
In May 2024, the Company announced a tender offer to purchase up to 944,616 shares of Brand 24 (the “Tender Offer”) at a price equal to PLN47.0 per share with an opening date for subscriptions of May 31, 2024 and a closing date for subscriptions of July 2, 2024. In July 2024, the Company completed the Tender Offer for outstanding shares of Brand 24 and purchased 135,500 incremental shares for an aggregate cost of $3,684 paid during the three months ended September 30, 2024 using cash on hand. The Tender Offer increased the Company’s ownership to 312,974 shares representing approximately 72% of the shares of Brand 24.
Datos
On December 1, 2023, the Company completed a stock purchase agreement to acquire approximately 60% of the voting equity interests in Datos Inc. (“Datos”). The Company has accounted for this transaction as a business combination under the acquisition method. The primary purpose of this business combination is to acquire Datos’ valuable clickstream data software. The Company performed acquisition accounting as of December 1, 2023. The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred consisted of the following:
Acquisition Date
Consideration transferredFair Value
Fair value of the January 2021 and February 2022 Convertible Notes$7,530 
Cash paid at close4,255 
Other consideration2,070 
Total purchase consideration$13,855 

The Company determined that the fair value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed was $19,021, including the fair value of the noncontrolling interest in Datos of $5,166. The fair value of the noncontrolling interest is inclusive of the fair value of the acquired call option, which gives the Company the right, but not the obligation, to purchase the remaining shares in Datos during the period beginning January 1, 2026 and ending on January 1, 2027 (the “Call Option”). The Company estimated the fair value of the noncontrolling interest, inclusive of the Call Option, using an option pricing method (a special case of the income approach), considering the initial transaction price and based on Level 3 significant unobservable inputs such as the total equity value of Datos, forecasted revenues, volatility, and risk-adjusted discount rates. Other consideration includes the deferred purchase payments, the contingent
payment, and additional consideration due to the seller. A payment of $501 was made during March 2024 related to other consideration. The remaining fair value of other consideration has been recorded to other current liabilities in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheet as of September 30, 2024.

The table below summarizes the Company’s purchase price allocation. The allocation of the purchase price is final as of September 30, 2024.
Purchase Price
Assets acquiredAllocation
Fair value of tangible assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$549 
Accounts receivable518 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets320 
Property and equipment, net
Other long-term assets
Identifiable intangible assets2,780 
Goodwill16,791 
Total assets acquired$20,969 
Liabilities assumed
Accounts payable342 
Deferred revenue367 
Accrued expenses213 
Other current liabilities609 
Other long-term liabilities417 
Total Liabilities Assumed$1,948 
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net$19,021 
Fair value of noncontrolling interest, including call option$5,166 
Fair value of controlling interest acquired$13,855 
The Company did not record any transaction costs related to the transaction during the three months ended September 30, 2024. The Company recorded $100 in transaction costs related to the transaction during the nine months ended September 30, 2024, which are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) in its income from continuing operations under the line item, General and administrative.
As of December 1, 2023, the results of Datos’ operations are included within the Company’s consolidated financial statements. This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.
Traffic Think Tank
On February 23, 2023, the Company completed a purchase agreement with Rank, LLC (“Traffic Think Tank”), acquiring certain intangible assets of Traffic Think Tank for total cash consideration of $1,800, of which $360 was paid during February 2024 (the “12-month holdback amount”) and $360 was paid during August 2024 (the “18-month holdback amount”). The remaining consideration was paid upon closing. The primary purpose of the acquisition was to acquire valuable brand and content related to Traffic Think Tank’s SEO community and courses.
This business combination did not have a material impact on the Company’s unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements. Therefore, actual results of operations subsequent to the acquisition date and pro forma results of operations have not been presented.
Intangible Assets
Intangible assets consist of intangible assets resulting from the Company’s acquisitions and its capitalized internal-use software development costs. Intangible assets consist of the following:

As of September 30, 2024
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated AmortizationNet Carrying Amount
Developed technology4.1$8,799 $(2,447)$6,352 
Trade name3.55,176 (2,069)3,107 
Content2.73,142 (1,497)1,645 
Customer relationships5.410,814 (1,300)9,514 
Capitalized internal-use software2.713,784 (3,656)10,128 
Total as of September 30, 2024
$41,715 $(10,969)$30,746 

As of December 31, 2023
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated AmortizationNet Carrying Amount
Developed technology4.1$5,604 $(1,518)$4,086 
Trade name3.74,451 (1,404)3,047 
Content2.32,387 (1,021)1,366 
Customer relationships4.41,694 (396)1,298 
Capitalized internal-use software2.88,460 (2,174)6,286 
Total as of December 31, 2023
$22,596 $(6,513)$16,083 

During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company capitalized $1,474 and $5,842, respectively, of software development costs, which are classified as intangible assets on the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets, and recorded amortization expense associated with its capitalized software development costs of $588 and $1,491, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company capitalized $1,283 and $3,913, respectively, of software development costs, and recorded amortization expense associated with its capitalized software development costs of $151 and $421, respectively.
Amortization expense for acquired intangible assets was $1,380 and $2,962 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively. Amortization expense for acquired intangible assets was $557 and $1,631 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
As of September 30, 2024, future amortization expense is expected to be as follows:
Amount
Remainder of 2024$2,015 
20257,808 
20266,869 
20274,599 
20283,037 
Thereafter6,418 
Total$30,746 

Goodwill
The changes in the carrying value of goodwill during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 were as follows:
Amount
Balance as of January 1, 2024$24,879 
Datos purchase price allocation adjustment(104)
Brand 24 acquisition15,846 
Ryte acquisition10,489 
Exploding Topics acquisition1,888 
Foreign currency translation adjustment1,301 
Balance as of September 30, 2024
$54,299 
v3.24.3
Exit Costs
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]  
Exit Costs Exit Costs
Commencing in March 2022, the Company began to exit its operations in Russia and relocate employees. As of June 30, 2023, the Company had substantially completed its relocation efforts. All costs associated with the Company’s exit activities are included in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations in its income from continuing operations under the line item, Exit Costs.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company did not incur exit costs. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company incurred exit costs of $0 and $1,292, respectively, related to relocation efforts.
v3.24.3
Accrued expenses
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]  
Accrued expenses Accrued expenses
Accrued expenses consist of the following:
As of
September 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
Employee compensation$7,664 $7,742 
Income taxes payable2,436 1,810 
Other taxes payable9,230 9,695 
Vacation reserves871 549 
Other83 95 
Total accrued expenses$20,284 $19,891 
v3.24.3
Income Taxes
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Income Taxes Income Taxes
The Company is subject to income taxes in U.S. federal, state, and foreign jurisdictions. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company recorded provisions for income taxes of $3,899 and $11,652, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company recorded provisions for income taxes of $637 and $2,303, respectively. The Company’s effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 differs from the U.S. statutory rate due primarily to the impact of earnings in foreign jurisdictions and the impact of the requirement to capitalize and amortize certain research and development costs which results in a current U.S. tax provision but no deferred tax benefit as a result of the valuation allowance maintained against our net deferred tax assets. The Company’s income tax expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively, primarily relates to income earned in certain foreign jurisdictions.
The Company recognizes deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities. These differences are measured using the enacted statutory tax rates that are expected to be in effect for the years in which differences are expected to reverse. On a periodic basis, the Company reassesses any valuation allowances it maintains on its deferred tax assets, weighing positive and negative evidence to assess the recoverability of the deferred tax assets. The Company maintains a valuation allowance on its net deferred tax assets.
v3.24.3
Stockholders’ Equity
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Equity [Abstract]  
Stockholders’ Equity Stockholders’ Equity
Common Stock Reserved for Future Issuance
As of September 30, 2024, the Company had reserved the following shares of common stock for future issuance:
Options outstanding5,371,516 
Common stock reserved for future issuance12,233,256 
Restricted stock units and performance stock units outstanding5,802,292 
Total authorized shares of common stock reserved for future issuance23,407,064 
The Company has two classes of authorized common stock: Class A common stock and Class B common stock. Each share of Class B common stock is convertible into one share of Class A common stock at the option of the holder at any time and upon certain other events. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, a total of 409,801 shares of Class B Common Stock were converted to Class A Common Stock.
v3.24.3
Stock-Based Compensation
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]  
Stock-Based Compensation Stock-Based Compensation
The Company recorded stock-based compensation expense of $7,575 and $19,856 during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively, and recorded $4,203 and $10,764 during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively. The following table shows stock-based compensation expense by where the stock-based compensation expense is recorded in the Company’s unaudited condensed consolidated statement of operations:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Cost of revenue$71 $33 $169 $82 
Sales and marketing1,228 822 3,207 2,190 
Research and development1,707 579 3,714 1,464 
General and administrative4,569 2,769 12,766 7,028 
Total stock-based compensation$7,575 $4,203 $19,856 $10,764 
As of September 30, 2024, there was $12,119 of unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested common stock option arrangements, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.21 years. As of September 30, 2024, there was $41,236 of unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested restricted stock unit awards, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.34 years. As of September 30, 2024, there was $10,014 of unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested performance stock unit awards, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.32 years.
The fair value of each option award was estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model. As there was no public market for its common stock prior to March 25, 2021, which was the first day of trading, and as the trading history of the Company’s common stock is limited, the Company determined the expected volatility for options granted based on an analysis of reported data for a peer group of companies that issued options with substantially similar terms. The expected volatility of options granted has been determined using an average of the historical volatility measures of this peer group of companies. The expected life of options granted to employees was calculated using the simplified method, which represents the average of the contractual term of the option and the weighted-average vesting period of the option. The Company uses the simplified method because it does not have sufficient historical option exercise data to provide a reasonable basis upon which to estimate expected term. The risk-free interest rate is based on a treasury instrument whose term is consistent with the expected life of the share option. The Company has not paid, nor anticipates paying, cash dividends on its ordinary shares; therefore, the expected dividend yield is assumed to be zero.
The weighted-average assumptions utilized to determine the fair value of options granted to employees are presented in the following table:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024202320242023
Expected volatilityN/A62.6 %61.8 %63.2 %
Weighted-average risk-free interest rateN/A4.03 %4.28 %3.71 %
Expected dividend yieldN/A— — — 
Expected life – in yearsN/A666
A summary of the Company’s option activity as of September 30, 2024, and changes during the nine months then ended are as follows:
Number of OptionsWeighted-Average Exercise Price (per share)Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Term (in years)
Outstanding at January 1, 20247,175,494 $7.02 7.78
Granted15,888 12.62 
Exercised(1,464,641)2.53 
Forfeited(355,225)8.94 
Outstanding at September 30, 2024
5,371,516 8.14 7.34
Options exercisable at September 30, 2024
3,220,402 6.766.71
The Company did not grant option awards during the three months ended September 30, 2024. The weighted-average grant-date fair value of options granted during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 was $7.71 per share. The weighted-average grant-date fair value of options granted during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $6.15 and $5.58 per share, respectively. Tax benefits of $13 and $712 were realized from options during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, respectively. Tax benefits of $653 and $696 were realized from options during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, respectively.
The aggregate intrinsic value of options outstanding as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 was $41,886 and $49,221, respectively.
The aggregate intrinsic value for options exercised during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 was $3,249 and $16,913, respectively. The aggregate intrinsic value for options exercised during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $2,521 and $7,923, respectively.
The aggregate intrinsic value for options exercisable as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023 was $29,705 and $34,471, respectively.
The aggregate intrinsic value was calculated based on the positive difference, if any, between the estimated fair value of the Company’s common stock on September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively, or the date of exercise, as appropriate, and the exercise price of the underlying options.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company granted to employees RSUs for 66,720 and 2,857,598 shares of Class A common stock, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company granted to employees RSUs for 68,463 and 1,908,880 shares of Class A common stock, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense related to the RSUs of $4,802 and
$12,234, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, the Company recorded stock-based compensation expense related to the RSUs of $2,461 and $5,702, respectively.
A summary of RSU activity for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Number of SharesWeighted-Average Grant Date Fair ValueAggregate Fair Value
Unvested balance at January 1, 20242,571,318$9.88 $25,405 
Granted2,857,59812.6036,006
Vested(996,837)9.739,699 
Forfeited(280,756)9.772,743 
Unvested balance as of September 30, 2024
4,151,323$11.79 $48,944 
The Company did not grant PSU awards during the three months ended September 30, 2024. During the nine months ended September 30, 2024, the Company granted to employees PSU awards for 1,146,491 shares of Class A common stock. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, $1,187 and $2,753 of stock-based compensation expense has been recognized in connection with PSU awards, respectively. The Company did not grant PSU awards during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, an insignificant amount of stock-based compensation expense has been recognized in connection with PSU awards, respectively.
A summary of PSU activity for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Number of SharesWeighted-Average Grant Date Fair ValueAggregate Fair Value
Unvested balance at January 1, 20241,077,726$11.61 $12,512 
Granted1,146,49112.5614,400
Vested— — 
Forfeited— — 
Unvested balance at September 30, 2024
2,224,217$12.10 $26,913 
v3.24.3
Commitments and Contingencies
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Commitments and Contingencies Commitments and Contingencies
Data Providers
The Company has multi-year commitments with certain data providers through March 31, 2026. As of September 30, 2024, future commitments for data services are as follows:
As of September 30, 2024
Remainder of 20243,039 
202514,388 
20263,233 
2027 and thereafter— 
      Total$20,660 
Litigation
From time to time the Company may become involved in legal proceedings or be subject to claims arising in the ordinary course of its business. Although the results of litigation and claims cannot be predicted with certainty, the Company currently believes that the final outcome of these ordinary course
matters will not have a material adverse effect on its business, operating results, financial condition or cash flows. Regardless of the outcome, litigation can have an adverse impact on the Company because of defense and settlement costs, diversion of management resources and other factors.
Indemnification
The Company typically enters into indemnification agreements with customers in the ordinary course of business. Pursuant to these agreements, the Company indemnifies and agrees to reimburse the indemnified party for losses suffered or incurred as a result of claims of intellectual property infringement. These indemnification agreements are provisions of the applicable customer agreement. Based on when clients first sign an agreement for the Company’s service, the maximum potential amount of future payments the Company could be required to make under certain of these indemnification agreements is unlimited. Based on historical experience and information known as of September 30, 2024, the Company has not incurred any costs for the above guarantees and indemnities.
In certain circumstances, the Company warrants that its services will perform in all material respects in accordance with its standard published specification documentation in effect at the time of delivery of the services to the customer for the term of the agreement. To date, the Company has not incurred significant expense under its warranties and, as a result, the Company believes the estimated fair value of these agreements is immaterial.
v3.24.3
Components of Other Income, Net
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]  
Components of Other Income, Net Components of Other Income, Net
The components of other income, net, for the three months ended three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 are as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Foreign currency exchange gain (loss)$(236)$(291)337 (929)
Interest income, net2,419 2,449 7,705 6,881 
Other income, net729 (54)1,125 776 
Total other income, net$2,912 $2,104 $9,167 $6,728 
v3.24.3
Segment and Geographic Information
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Segment and Geographic Information Segment and Geographic Information
Disclosure requirements about segments of an enterprise and related information establishes standards for reporting information regarding operating segments in annual financial statements and requires selected information of those segments to be presented in interim financial reports issued to shareholders. Operating segments are defined as components of an enterprise about which separate discrete financial information is available that is evaluated regularly by the chief operating decision maker, or decision-making group, in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing performance. The Company’s chief operating decision maker is the chief executive officer. The Company and the chief executive officer view the Company’s operations and manage its business as one operating segment.
Geographic Data
The Company allocates, for the purpose of geographic data reporting, its revenue based upon the location of the customer. Total revenue by geographic area was as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Revenue:
United States$44,525 $37,557 $127,867 $107,101 
United Kingdom9,003 7,687 25,901 21,972 
Other43,882 33,474 120,405 95,208 
Total revenue$97,410 $78,718 $274,173 $224,281 
Property and equipment, net by geographic location consists of the following:
As of
September 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
Property and equipment, net:
United States$3,279 $3,231 
Netherlands2,008 1,781 
Spain888 807 
Czech Republic203 278 
Other842 589 
Total assets$7,220 $6,686 
v3.24.3
Subsequent Events
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Subsequent Events [Abstract]  
Subsequent Events Subsequent EventsIn October 2024, the Company acquired all of the outstanding shares of Third Door Media (“TDM”), a marketing and leads generation company located and based in the United States. The purchase price for the TDM acquisition totaled $6.1 million. The acquisition will be accounted for as a business combination under ASC 805, Business Combinations. The Company is in the process of finalizing the accounting for this transaction and will complete the preliminary allocation of the purchase consideration to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed by the end of the fourth quarter of 2024
v3.24.3
Pay vs Performance Disclosure - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Jun. 30, 2024
Mar. 31, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Jun. 30, 2023
Mar. 31, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Pay vs Performance Disclosure                
Net income (loss) $ 1,094 $ 1,659 $ 2,138 $ 4,215 $ (279) $ (9,860) $ 4,891 $ (5,924)
v3.24.3
Insider Trading Arrangements
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
shares
Sep. 30, 2024
shares
Trading Arrangements, by Individual    
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted false  
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false  
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false  
Eugene Levin [Member]    
Trading Arrangements, by Individual    
Material Terms of Trading Arrangement  
On August 8, 2024, Eugene Levin, our President, adopted a trading arrangement for the sale of our Class A common stock that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Exchange Act Rule 10b5-1(c) (a “Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan”). Mr. Levin’s Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan, which commences on December 2, 2024 and ends on December 22, 2025, provides for the sale of up to 1,080,000 shares of our Class A common stock pursuant to the terms of the plan.
Name Eugene Levin  
Title President  
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted true  
Adoption Date August 8, 2024  
Expiration Date December 22, 2025  
Arrangement Duration 385 days  
Aggregate Available 1,080,000 1,080,000
Mark Vranesh [Member]    
Trading Arrangements, by Individual    
Material Terms of Trading Arrangement  
On September 9, 2024, the Vranesh Family Trust U/A DTD 03/26/2007, a trust for the benefit of Mark Vranesh, a member of our Board of Directors, and his spouse, and of which Mr. Vranesh and his spouse are trustees, adopted a Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan. Mr. Vranesh’s Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan, which commences on January 2, 2025 and ends on December 31, 2026, provides for the sale of up to 80,000 shares of our Class A common stock pursuant to the terms of the plan.
Name Mark Vranesh  
Title member of our Board of Directors  
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted true  
Adoption Date September 9, 2024  
Expiration Date December 31, 2026  
Arrangement Duration 728 days  
Aggregate Available 80,000 80,000
v3.24.3
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Basis of Presentation
Basis of Presentation
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) and applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) regarding interim financial reporting. Accordingly, certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. Any reference in these notes to applicable guidance is meant to refer to the authoritative United States generally accepted accounting principles as found in the Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) and Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”).
The unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements have been prepared on the same basis as the audited annual consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023, and, in the opinion of management, reflect all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, necessary for the fair presentation of the Company’s financial position as of September 30, 2024, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023. The consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2023 included herein was derived from the audited consolidated financial statements as of that date.
The results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the year ending December 31, 2024, any other interim periods, or any future year or period.
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and notes included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the SEC on March 7, 2024.
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements reflect the application of certain significant accounting policies as described below and elsewhere in these notes to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements. As of September 30, 2024, there have been no material changes in the Company's significant accounting policies from those that were disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K, except as discussed below.
Principles of Consolidation
Principles of Consolidation
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, its wholly owned subsidiaries, and subsidiaries in which it holds a controlling interest. All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. Ownership interests in subsidiaries represented by other parties that do not control the entity are presented in the consolidated financial statements as activities and balances attributable to noncontrolling interests.
Use of Estimates
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. Significant estimates relied upon in preparing these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include, but are not limited to, revenue recognition, expected future cash flows used to evaluate the recoverability of long-lived assets, contingent liabilities, expensing and capitalization of research and development costs for internal-use software, the average period of benefit associated with costs capitalized to obtain revenue contracts, the determination of the fair value of stock-based awards issued, stock-based compensation expense, the determination of the estimated fair value of loan receivables and convertible notes held by the Company, the valuations of the intangible assets acquired through acquisitions, the estimation of the Company’s incremental borrowing rate, and the recoverability of the Company’s net deferred tax assets and related valuation allowance.
Although the Company regularly assesses these estimates, actual results could differ materially from these estimates. Changes in estimates are recorded in the period in which they become known. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and various other assumptions that it believes to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from management’s estimates if these results differ from historical experience, or other assumptions do not turn out to be substantially accurate, even if such assumptions are reasonable when made.
Subsequent Events Considerations
Subsequent Events Considerations
The Company considers events or transactions that occur after the balance sheet date but prior to the issuance of the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements to provide additional evidence for certain estimates or to identify matters that require additional disclosure. Subsequent events have been evaluated as required. See Note 18 for additional information regarding the Company’s subsequent events.
Revenue Recognition
Revenue Recognition
The Company primarily derives revenue from subscriptions to the Company’s SaaS services and related customer support. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, subscription revenue accounted for nearly all of the Company’s revenue. Revenue related to other revenue was not material for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023.
The Company offers subscriptions to its platform primarily on a monthly or annual basis. The Company sells its products and services primarily through a self-service model and also directly through its sales force. The Company’s subscription arrangements provide customers the right to access the Company’s hosted software applications. Customers do not have the right to take possession of the Company’s software during the hosting arrangement. Subscriptions are generally non-cancellable during the contractual subscription term; however, some subscription contracts contain a right to a refund if requested within seven days of purchase.
The Company recognizes revenue in accordance with ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (“ASC 606”). Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised products or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration it expects to receive in exchange for those products or services. There were no changes to the Company’s revenue recognition policies since the filing of its Annual Report on Form 10-K with the SEC on March 7, 2024.
Amounts that have been invoiced are recorded in accounts receivable and in deferred revenue or revenue, depending on whether the revenue recognition criteria have been met. The Company primarily invoices and collects payments from customers for its services in advance on a monthly or annual basis.
Deferred revenue represents amounts billed for which revenue has not yet been recognized. Deferred revenue that will be recognized during the succeeding 12-month period is recorded as deferred revenue, and the remaining portion is recorded as deferred revenue, net of current portion. Deferred revenue increased by $10,565 as of September 30, 2024 compared to December 31, 2023. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024, $33,911 and $53,716 of revenue was recognized that was included in deferred revenue at the beginning of each respective period. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, $28,933 and $45,829 of revenue was recognized that was included in deferred revenue at the beginning of each respective period.
The Company has elected to exclude amounts charged to customers for sales tax from the transaction price. Accordingly, revenue is presented net of any sales tax collected from customers.
Transaction Price Allocated to Future Performance Obligations`
ASC 606 requires that the Company disclose the aggregate amount of the transaction price that is allocated to performance obligations that have not yet been satisfied as of the balance sheet dates reported.
For contracts with an original expected duration greater than one year, the aggregate amount of the transaction price allocated to the performance obligations that were unsatisfied as of September 30, 2024 was $1,179, of which the Company expects to recognize $969 over the next 12 months.
For contracts with an original expected duration of one year or less, the Company has applied the practical expedient available under ASC 606 to not disclose the amount of transaction price allocated to unsatisfied performance obligations as of September 30, 2024. For performance obligations not satisfied as of September 30, 2024, and to which this expedient applies, the nature of the performance obligations is consistent with performance obligations satisfied as of December 31, 2023.
Costs to Obtain a Contract
The incremental direct costs of obtaining a contract, which primarily consist of sales commissions paid for new subscription contracts, are deferred and recorded as deferred contract costs in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets and are amortized over a period of approximately 24 months on a systematic basis, consistent with the pattern of transfer of the goods or services to which the asset relates. The 24-month period represents the estimated benefit period of the customer relationship and has been determined by taking into consideration the type of product sold, the commitment term of the customer contract, the nature of the Company’s technology development life-cycle, and an estimated customer relationship period based on historical experience and future expectations. Deferred contract costs that will be recorded as expense during the succeeding 12-month period are recorded as deferred contract costs, current portion, and the remaining portion is recorded as deferred contract costs, net of current portion. Amortization of deferred contract costs is included in sales and marketing expense in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).
Concentrations of Credit Risk and Significant Customers
Concentrations of Credit Risk and Significant Customers
The Company has no off-balance sheet risk, such as foreign exchange contracts, option contracts, or other hedging arrangements. Credit losses historically have not been significant and the Company generally has not experienced any material losses related to receivables from individual customers, or groups of customers. Due to these factors, no additional credit risk beyond amounts provided for collection losses is believed by management to be probable in the Company's accounts receivable.
Credit risk with respect to accounts receivable is dispersed due to the large number of customers of the Company. The Company routinely assesses the creditworthiness of its customers and generally does not require its customers to provide collateral or other security to support accounts receivable. Credit losses historically have not been significant and the Company generally has not experienced any material losses related to receivables from individual customers, or groups of customers. Due to these factors, no additional credit risk beyond amounts provided for collection losses is believed by management to be probable in the Company's accounts receivable.
Disclosure of Fair Value of Financial Instruments
Disclosure of Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The Company’s financial instruments include cash, cash equivalents, investments, accounts receivable, loan receivables, convertible notes, accounts payable, and accrued expenses. The Company’s investments are classified as available-for-sale and reported at fair value in accordance with the market approach utilizing quoted prices that were directly or indirectly observable. The Company has elected the fair value option in respect to the accounting for its loan receivable investment, resulting in increases and decreases in the fair value of such investments being recorded to other income, net for
each reporting period. The carrying amount of the remainder of the Company’s financial instruments approximated their fair values as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, due to the short-term nature of these instruments.
The Company has evaluated the estimated fair value of financial instruments using available market information. The use of different market assumptions and/or estimation methodologies could have a significant effect on the estimated fair value amounts.
Cash equivalents include money market funds with original maturities of 90 days or less from the date of purchase. The fair value measurement of these assets is based on quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets and, therefore, these assets are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis and classified as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy. The Company’s investments primarily consist of U.S. treasury securities. The fair value measurement of these assets is based on significant other observable inputs and, therefore, these assets are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis and classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy.
As of September 30, 2024, the Company measured its investment loan receivables (see Note 7), its convertible debt securities (See Note 7) and its contingent consideration associated with the acquisition of Datos Inc. on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3). As of December 31, 2023, the Company measured its contingent consideration associated with the acquisition of Datos Inc. on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3).
Convertible Debt Securities
The Company records its convertible debt securities at fair value on the purchase date. The Company determines the fair value of these investments using the Black-Scholes Merton model. Each reporting period thereafter, these investments are revalued and increases or decreases in their fair values are recorded as adjustments to other income, net within the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) to reflect the gains and losses. Changes in the fair value of these investments can result from changes in the estimated enterprise value of the issuers, the likelihoods and methods of such conversions, and other market factors. Significant judgment is employed in determining the appropriateness of these assumptions as of the purchase date and for each subsequent period. Accordingly, changes in any of the assumptions described above can materially impact the amount of gain or loss the Company records in any given period.
Foreign Currency Translation
Foreign Currency Translation
The Company operates in a multi-currency environment having transactions in such currencies as the U.S. dollar, zloty, Czech koruna, euro, and others. The reporting currency of the Company is the U.S. dollar.
Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Comprehensive income (loss)
Comprehensive income (loss) is comprised of two components: net income (loss) and other comprehensive income (loss), which includes other changes in stockholders’ equity that result from transactions and economic events other than those with stockholders. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, comprehensive income (loss) consists of net income (loss), the change in the cumulative foreign currency translation adjustment, and unrealized gain (loss) on investments. The tax effect of the cumulative foreign currency translation adjustment and unrealized gain (loss) on investments was not significant for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted
Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted
In November 2023, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures (“ASU 2023-07”). ASU 2023-07 expands public entities’ segment disclosures by requiring disclosure of significant segment expenses that are regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker and included within each reported measure of segment profit or loss, an amount and description of its composition for other segment items, and interim disclosures of a reportable segment’s profit or loss and assets. ASU 2023-07 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023 and for interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-07 on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740)-Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (“ASU 2023-09”). ASU 2023-09 requires that an entity disclose specific categories in the effective tax rate reconciliation as well as provide additional information for reconciling items that meet a quantitative threshold. Further, ASU 2023-09 requires certain disclosures of state versus federal income tax expense and taxes paid. The amendments in ASU 2023-09 are required to be adopted for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The amendments should be applied on a prospective basis although retrospective application is permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-09 on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
v3.24.3
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Investments (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Abstract]  
Schedule of Cash, Cash Equivalents and Investments
The following is a summary of cash, cash equivalents, and investments as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023:
Amortized
 Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Estimated
Fair Value
September 30, 2024
Cash and cash equivalents$45,087 $— $(4)$45,083 
Investments:
     U.S. treasury securities186,214 1,585 (3)187,796 
           Total investments186,214 1,585 (3)187,796 
                Total cash, cash equivalents, and investments$231,301 $1,585 $(7)$232,879 
Amortized
 Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Estimated
Fair Value
December 31, 2023
Cash and cash equivalents$58,848 $— $— $58,848 
Investments:
     U.S. treasury securities due in one year or less179,843 265 (387)179,721 
           Total investments179,843 265 (387)179,721 
                Total cash, cash equivalents and investments$238,691 $265 $(387)$238,569 
Schedule of Reconciliation of Cash and Cash Equivalents
The following table is a reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets that sum to the total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows:
As of September 30,
20242023
Cash and cash equivalents$45,083 $41,189 
Restricted cash included in "other long-term assets"185 — 
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash$45,268 $41,189 
Schedule of Reconciliation of Restrictions on Cash and Cash Equivalents
The following table is a reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets that sum to the total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash included in the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows:
As of September 30,
20242023
Cash and cash equivalents$45,083 $41,189 
Restricted cash included in "other long-term assets"185 — 
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash$45,268 $41,189 
v3.24.3
Leases (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Leases [Abstract]  
Schedule of Lease Cost and Weighted-Average Lease Term and Discount Rate
The components of lease expense were as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20242024
Operating lease cost$1,415 $4,061 
Short-term lease cost218 629 
Variable lease cost1,120 3,485 
Total lease cost$2,753 $8,175 
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20242024
Amortization of lease assets$82 $734 
Interest on lease liabilities20 
Total finance lease cost$87 $754 
Weighted-average remaining lease term and discount rate were as follows:
As of September 30,
2024
Weighted-average remaining lease term (in years)
     Operating leases2.9
     Finance leases1.2
Weighted-average discount rate
     Operating leases5.7 %
     Finance leases6.8 %
Schedule of Future Minimum Amounts Payable of Operating Leases
Future minimum amounts payable as of September 30, 2024 were as follows:
As of September 30, 2024
Operating LeasesFinance
Leases
Remainder of 2024$1,280 $89 
20254,638 194 
20263,797 — 
20272,154 — 
2028884 — 
Thereafter— — 
Total lease payments12,753 283 
Less: imputed interest(670)(53)
Total lease liabilities$12,083 $230 
Schedule of Future Minimum Amounts Payable of Finance Leases
Future minimum amounts payable as of September 30, 2024 were as follows:
As of September 30, 2024
Operating LeasesFinance
Leases
Remainder of 2024$1,280 $89 
20254,638 194 
20263,797 — 
20272,154 — 
2028884 — 
Thereafter— — 
Total lease payments12,753 283 
Less: imputed interest(670)(53)
Total lease liabilities$12,083 $230 
v3.24.3
Fair Value Measurement (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Schedule of Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping
The following tables summarize financial assets and liabilities measured and recorded at fair value on a recurring basis in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, segregated by the level of the valuation inputs within the fair value hierarchy utilized to measure fair value:
September 30, 2024
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs)Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs)Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3 Inputs)
Total
Assets:
     Money market funds$1,509 $— $— $1,509 
     U.S. treasury securities— 187,796 — 187,796 
     Commercial paper— 9,920 — 9,920 
     Convertible debt securities (See Note 7)— — 3,112 3,112 
     Investment loan receivable (See Note 7)— — 7,676 7,676 
Total assets$1,509 $197,716 $10,788 $210,013 
Liabilities:
Contingent consideration$— $— $— $— 
Total liabilities$— $— $— $— 
December 31, 2023
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs)Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs)Significant Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3 Inputs)
Total
Assets:
     Money market funds$54,269 $— $— $54,269 
     U.S. treasury securities— 179,721 — 179,721 
Total assets$54,269 $179,721 $— $233,990 
Liabilities:
     Contingent consideration$— $— $597 $597 
Total liabilities$— $— $597 $597 
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation
A rollforward of the fair value measurements of the convertible debt securities for the three months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Balance as of June 30, 2024$— 
Investment in convertible debt security3,000 
Change in fair value included in other income, net112 
Balance as of September 30, 2024$3,112 
A rollforward of the fair value measurements of the investment loan receivable for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Balance as of December 31, 2023$— 
Initial funding of investment loan receivable7,000 
Balance as of March 31, 20247,000 
Change in fair value included in other income, net83 
Balance as of June 30, 20247,083 
Additional funding of investment loan receivable757 
Change in fair value included in other income, net(164)
Balance as of September 30, 2024$7,676 
Schedule of Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation A rollforward of the fair value measurements of the contingent consideration liability for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Balance as of December 31, 2023$597 
Change in fair value included in other income, net21 
Balance as of March 31, 2024618 
Change in fair value included in other income, net133 
Balance as of June 30, 2024751 
Change in fair value included in other income, net(751)
Balance as of September 30, 2024$— 
v3.24.3
Property and Equipment, Net (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]  
Schedule of Property and Equipment
Property and equipment consists of the following:
As of
September 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
Computer equipment$13,583 $11,084 
Furniture and office equipment2,018 1,965 
Leasehold improvements2,906 2,469 
Total property and equipment18,507 15,518 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(11,287)(8,832)
Property and equipment, net$7,220 $6,686 
v3.24.3
Net Income (Loss) Per Share (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Schedule of Weighted Average Number of Shares
The following table presents a reconciliation of weighted-average shares outstanding used in the calculation of basic and diluted net income (loss) per share:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024202320242023
Weighted-average shares outstanding:
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—basic146,436,167 142,837,120 145,563,220 142,246,586 
Dilutive effect of share equivalents resulting from stock options1,641,946 3,207,854 1,925,296 — 
Dilutive effect of share equivalents resulting from restricted stock units1,348,552 225,654 1,164,507 — 
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—diluted149,426,665 146,270,628 148,653,023 142,246,586 
Schedule of Potentially Dilutive Common Stock Equivalents
The following potentially dilutive common stock equivalents, including stock options and restricted stock units, have been excluded from the calculation of diluted weighted-average shares outstanding for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 because to do so would have been anti-dilutive for the periods presented:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024202320242023
Stock options outstanding1,535,122 4,452,615 2,457,405 8,175,646 
Unvested RSUs and PSUs28,094 1,779,298 606,029 2,635,840 
1,563,216 6,231,913 3,063,434 10,811,486 
v3.24.3
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Business Combination, Asset Acquisition, and Joint Venture Formation [Abstract]  
Schedule of Business Acquisitions, by Acquisition The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred consisted of the following:
Acquisition Date
Consideration transferredFair Value
Cash paid at close$8,910 
Fair value of deferred purchase payments1,572 
Total purchase consideration$10,482 
The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred consisted of the following:
Acquisition Date
Consideration transferredFair Value
Cash paid at close$10,650 
Fair value of deferred purchase payments2,878 
Consideration transferred$13,528 
The acquisition date fair value of the consideration transferred consisted of the following:
Acquisition Date
Consideration transferredFair Value
Fair value of the January 2021 and February 2022 Convertible Notes$7,530 
Cash paid at close4,255 
Other consideration2,070 
Total purchase consideration$13,855 
Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed
The table below summarizes the Company’s preliminary purchase price allocation. The allocation of the purchase price is preliminary as of September 30, 2024 as the Company continues to gather information supporting the acquired assets and liabilities to finalize the purchase price allocation.
Purchase Price
Assets acquiredAllocation
Fair value of tangible assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$1,550 
Accounts Receivable742 
Prepaid Expenses463 
Other current assets676 
Other assets100 
Identifiable intangible assets2,630 
Goodwill10,489 
Total assets acquired$16,650 
Liabilities assumed
Accounts payable$194 
Short-term debt2,529 
Accrued liabilities457 
Deferred revenue2,708 
Other liabilities280 
Total Liabilities Assumed$6,168 
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net$10,482 
The table below summarizes the Company’s preliminary purchase price allocation. The allocation of the purchase price is preliminary as of September 30, 2024 as the Company continues to gather information supporting the acquired assets and liabilities to finalize the purchase price allocation.
Purchase Price
Assets acquiredAllocation
Fair value of tangible assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$1,502 
Accounts Receivable139 
Other assets686 
Identifiable intangible assets9,350 
Goodwill15,846 
Total assets acquired$27,523 
Liabilities assumed
Deferred revenue, current847 
Deferred tax liabilities1,411 
Other liabilities1,891 
Total Liabilities Assumed$4,149 
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net$23,374 
Fair value of noncontrolling interest$9,846 
Fair value of controlling interest acquired$13,528 
The allocation of the purchase price is final as of September 30, 2024.
Purchase Price
Assets acquiredAllocation
Fair value of tangible assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$549 
Accounts receivable518 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets320 
Property and equipment, net
Other long-term assets
Identifiable intangible assets2,780 
Goodwill16,791 
Total assets acquired$20,969 
Liabilities assumed
Accounts payable342 
Deferred revenue367 
Accrued expenses213 
Other current liabilities609 
Other long-term liabilities417 
Total Liabilities Assumed$1,948 
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net$19,021 
Fair value of noncontrolling interest, including call option$5,166 
Fair value of controlling interest acquired$13,855 
Schedule of Intangible Assets Intangible assets consist of the following:
As of September 30, 2024
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated AmortizationNet Carrying Amount
Developed technology4.1$8,799 $(2,447)$6,352 
Trade name3.55,176 (2,069)3,107 
Content2.73,142 (1,497)1,645 
Customer relationships5.410,814 (1,300)9,514 
Capitalized internal-use software2.713,784 (3,656)10,128 
Total as of September 30, 2024
$41,715 $(10,969)$30,746 

As of December 31, 2023
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated AmortizationNet Carrying Amount
Developed technology4.1$5,604 $(1,518)$4,086 
Trade name3.74,451 (1,404)3,047 
Content2.32,387 (1,021)1,366 
Customer relationships4.41,694 (396)1,298 
Capitalized internal-use software2.88,460 (2,174)6,286 
Total as of December 31, 2023
$22,596 $(6,513)$16,083 
Schedule of Future Amortization Expense
As of September 30, 2024, future amortization expense is expected to be as follows:
Amount
Remainder of 2024$2,015 
20257,808 
20266,869 
20274,599 
20283,037 
Thereafter6,418 
Total$30,746 
Schedule of Goodwill
The changes in the carrying value of goodwill during the nine months ended September 30, 2024 were as follows:
Amount
Balance as of January 1, 2024$24,879 
Datos purchase price allocation adjustment(104)
Brand 24 acquisition15,846 
Ryte acquisition10,489 
Exploding Topics acquisition1,888 
Foreign currency translation adjustment1,301 
Balance as of September 30, 2024
$54,299 
v3.24.3
Accrued expenses (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]  
Schedule of Accrued Expenses
Accrued expenses consist of the following:
As of
September 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
Employee compensation$7,664 $7,742 
Income taxes payable2,436 1,810 
Other taxes payable9,230 9,695 
Vacation reserves871 549 
Other83 95 
Total accrued expenses$20,284 $19,891 
v3.24.3
Stockholders’ Equity (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Equity [Abstract]  
Schedule of Common Stock Reserved for Future Issuance
As of September 30, 2024, the Company had reserved the following shares of common stock for future issuance:
Options outstanding5,371,516 
Common stock reserved for future issuance12,233,256 
Restricted stock units and performance stock units outstanding5,802,292 
Total authorized shares of common stock reserved for future issuance23,407,064 
v3.24.3
Stock-Based Compensation (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]  
Schedule of Stock-based Compensation Expense The following table shows stock-based compensation expense by where the stock-based compensation expense is recorded in the Company’s unaudited condensed consolidated statement of operations:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Cost of revenue$71 $33 $169 $82 
Sales and marketing1,228 822 3,207 2,190 
Research and development1,707 579 3,714 1,464 
General and administrative4,569 2,769 12,766 7,028 
Total stock-based compensation$7,575 $4,203 $19,856 $10,764 
Schedule of Weighted-Average Assumptions to Determine Fair Value
The weighted-average assumptions utilized to determine the fair value of options granted to employees are presented in the following table:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2024202320242023
Expected volatilityN/A62.6 %61.8 %63.2 %
Weighted-average risk-free interest rateN/A4.03 %4.28 %3.71 %
Expected dividend yieldN/A— — — 
Expected life – in yearsN/A666
Schedule of Option Activity
A summary of the Company’s option activity as of September 30, 2024, and changes during the nine months then ended are as follows:
Number of OptionsWeighted-Average Exercise Price (per share)Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Term (in years)
Outstanding at January 1, 20247,175,494 $7.02 7.78
Granted15,888 12.62 
Exercised(1,464,641)2.53 
Forfeited(355,225)8.94 
Outstanding at September 30, 2024
5,371,516 8.14 7.34
Options exercisable at September 30, 2024
3,220,402 6.766.71
Schedule of Restricted Stock Unit Activity
A summary of RSU activity for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Number of SharesWeighted-Average Grant Date Fair ValueAggregate Fair Value
Unvested balance at January 1, 20242,571,318$9.88 $25,405 
Granted2,857,59812.6036,006
Vested(996,837)9.739,699 
Forfeited(280,756)9.772,743 
Unvested balance as of September 30, 2024
4,151,323$11.79 $48,944 
Schedule of Performance Share Units Activity
A summary of PSU activity for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 is as follows:
Number of SharesWeighted-Average Grant Date Fair ValueAggregate Fair Value
Unvested balance at January 1, 20241,077,726$11.61 $12,512 
Granted1,146,49112.5614,400
Vested— — 
Forfeited— — 
Unvested balance at September 30, 2024
2,224,217$12.10 $26,913 
v3.24.3
Commitments and Contingencies (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Other Commitments As of September 30, 2024, future commitments for data services are as follows:
As of September 30, 2024
Remainder of 20243,039 
202514,388 
20263,233 
2027 and thereafter— 
      Total$20,660 
v3.24.3
Components of Other Income, Net (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]  
Schedule of Components of Other Income, Net
The components of other income, net, for the three months ended three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 are as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Foreign currency exchange gain (loss)$(236)$(291)337 (929)
Interest income, net2,419 2,449 7,705 6,881 
Other income, net729 (54)1,125 776 
Total other income, net$2,912 $2,104 $9,167 $6,728 
v3.24.3
Segment and Geographic Information (Tables)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Schedule of Total Revenue by Geographic Area Total revenue by geographic area was as follows:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2024202320242023
Revenue:
United States$44,525 $37,557 $127,867 $107,101 
United Kingdom9,003 7,687 25,901 21,972 
Other43,882 33,474 120,405 95,208 
Total revenue$97,410 $78,718 $274,173 $224,281 
Schedule of Property and Equipment, Net by Geographic Location
Property and equipment, net by geographic location consists of the following:
As of
September 30,
2024
December 31,
2023
Property and equipment, net:
United States$3,279 $3,231 
Netherlands2,008 1,781 
Spain888 807 
Czech Republic203 278 
Other842 589 
Total assets$7,220 $6,686 
v3.24.3
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]        
Subscription contract, refund period     7 days  
Increase (decrease) in deferred revenue     $ 10,565  
Revenue recognized that was included in deferred revenue at the beginning of each period $ 33,911 $ 28,933 53,716 $ 45,829
Aggregate amount of transaction price $ 1,179   $ 1,179  
Amortization period of deferred contract costs 24 months   24 months  
Foreign currency exchange gain (loss) $ (236) $ (291) $ 337 $ (929)
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction, Start Date [Axis]: 2024-10-01        
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]        
Aggregate amount of transaction price $ 969   $ 969  
Remaining performance obligation, expected timing of satisfaction 12 months   12 months  
v3.24.3
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Investments - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2023
Debt Securities, Available-for-Sale [Line Items]          
Debt securities, realized gain (loss) $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0  
Unrealized loss position, less than 12 months 0   0   $ 89,381
Unrealized loss position, 12 months or longer 9,920   9,920   $ 0
Restricted cash, noncurrent 185 $ 0 185 $ 0  
U.S. treasury securities          
Debt Securities, Available-for-Sale [Line Items]          
Marketable securities with maturities within one year 45,621   45,621    
Marketable securities with maturities after one year and within three years $ 142,175   $ 142,175    
v3.24.3
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Investments - Schedule of Cash, Cash Equivalents and Investments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Debt Securities, Available-for-Sale [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost, Cash and cash equivalents $ 45,087 $ 58,848
Amortized Cost, Investments 186,214 179,843
Amortized Cost, Total cash, cash equivalents and investments 231,301 238,691
Gross Unrealized Gains 1,585 265
Gross Unrealized Losses (4)  
Gross Unrealized Losses (3) (387)
Gross Unrealized Loss, Total cash, cash equivalents and investments (7)  
Estimated Fair Value, Cash and cash equivalents 45,083 58,848
Estimated Fair Value, Investments 187,796 179,721
Estimated Fair Value, Total cash, cash equivalents and investments 232,879 238,569
U.S. treasury securities    
Debt Securities, Available-for-Sale [Line Items]    
Amortized Cost, Investments 186,214 179,843
Gross Unrealized Gains 1,585 265
Gross Unrealized Losses (3) (387)
Estimated Fair Value, Investments $ 187,796 $ 179,721
v3.24.3
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Investments - Schedule of Reconciliation of Cash, Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Sep. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Abstract]        
Cash and cash equivalents $ 45,083 $ 58,848 $ 41,189  
Restricted cash included in "other long-term assets" 185   0  
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash $ 45,268 $ 58,848 $ 41,189 $ 79,765
v3.24.3
Leases - Lease Cost (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2024
Leases [Abstract]    
Operating lease cost $ 1,415 $ 4,061
Short-term lease cost 218 629
Variable lease cost 1,120 3,485
Total lease cost $ 2,753 $ 8,175
v3.24.3
Leases - Finance Lease Cost (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2024
Leases [Abstract]    
Amortization of lease assets $ 82 $ 734
Interest on lease liabilities 5 20
Total finance lease cost $ 87 $ 754
v3.24.3
Leases - Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term and Discount Rate of Leases (Details)
Sep. 30, 2024
Weighted-average remaining lease term (in years)  
Operating leases 2 years 10 months 24 days
Finance leases 1 year 2 months 12 days
Weighted-average discount rate  
Operating leases 5.70%
Finance leases 6.80%
v3.24.3
Leases - Future Minimum Amounts Payable (Details)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
USD ($)
Operating Leases  
Remainder of 2024 $ 1,280
2025 4,638
2026 3,797
2027 2,154
2028 884
Thereafter 0
Total lease payments 12,753
Less: imputed interest (670)
Total lease liabilities 12,083
Finance Leases  
Remainder of 2024 89
2025 194
2026 0
2027 0
2028 0
Thereafter 0
Total lease payments 283
Less: imputed interest (53)
Total lease liabilities $ 230
Finance Lease, Liability, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other current liabilities, Other long-term liabilities
v3.24.3
Leases - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Leases [Abstract]        
Rent expense $ 1,634 $ 1,293 $ 4,690 $ 3,762
v3.24.3
Fair Value Measurement - Schedule of Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Mar. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Assets:      
Money market funds $ 45,083   $ 58,848
Short-term investments 187,796   179,721
Investment loan receivable (See Note 7) 7,676 $ 7,000  
U.S. treasury securities      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 187,796   179,721
Fair Value, Recurring      
Assets:      
Investment loan receivable (See Note 7) 7,676    
Total assets 210,013   233,990
Liabilities:      
Contingent consideration 0   597
Total liabilities 0   597
Fair Value, Recurring | U.S. treasury securities      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 187,796   179,721
Fair Value, Recurring | Commercial paper      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 9,920    
Fair Value, Recurring | Convertible debt securities      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 3,112    
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring      
Assets:      
Investment loan receivable (See Note 7) 0    
Total assets 1,509   54,269
Liabilities:      
Contingent consideration 0   0
Total liabilities 0   0
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring | U.S. treasury securities      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 0   0
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring | Commercial paper      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 0    
Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring | Convertible debt securities      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 0    
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring      
Assets:      
Investment loan receivable (See Note 7) 0    
Total assets 197,716   179,721
Liabilities:      
Contingent consideration 0   0
Total liabilities 0   0
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring | U.S. treasury securities      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 187,796   179,721
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring | Commercial paper      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 9,920    
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring | Convertible debt securities      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 0    
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring      
Assets:      
Investment loan receivable (See Note 7) 7,676    
Total assets 10,788   0
Liabilities:      
Contingent consideration 0   597
Total liabilities 0   597
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring | U.S. treasury securities      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 0   0
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring | Commercial paper      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 0    
Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring | Convertible debt securities      
Assets:      
Short-term investments 3,112    
Money market funds | Fair Value, Recurring      
Assets:      
Money market funds 1,509   54,269
Money market funds | Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring      
Assets:      
Money market funds 1,509   54,269
Money market funds | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring      
Assets:      
Money market funds 0   0
Money market funds | Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3 Inputs) | Fair Value, Recurring      
Assets:      
Money market funds $ 0   $ 0
v3.24.3
Fair Value Measurement - Schedule of Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Jun. 30, 2024
Mar. 31, 2024
Sep. 30, 2024
Convertible debt securities        
Assets:        
Beginning balance     $ 0 $ 0
Investment       3,000
Change in fair value included in other income, net       112
Ending balance $ 3,112     3,112
Investment loan receivable        
Assets:        
Beginning balance 7,083 $ 7,000 0 0
Investment 757   7,000  
Change in fair value included in other income, net (164) 83    
Ending balance $ 7,676 $ 7,083 $ 7,000 $ 7,676
v3.24.3
Fair Value Measurement - Schedule of Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation (Details) - Contingent Consideration Liability - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Jun. 30, 2024
Mar. 31, 2024
Liabilities:      
Beginning balance $ 751 $ 618 $ 597
Change in fair value included in other income, net (751) 133 21
Ending balance $ 0 $ 751 $ 618
v3.24.3
Fair Value Measurement - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]    
Contingent consideration $ 0 $ 597
v3.24.3
Property and Equipment, Net - Schedule of Property and Equipment (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment $ 18,507 $ 15,518
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization (11,287) (8,832)
Property and equipment, net 7,220 6,686
Computer equipment    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment 13,583 11,084
Furniture and office equipment    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment 2,018 1,965
Leasehold improvements    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment $ 2,906 $ 2,469
v3.24.3
Property and Equipment, Net - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]        
Depreciation $ 858 $ 961 $ 2,641 $ 2,755
v3.24.3
Other Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
1 Months Ended 3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Jul. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2024
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]            
Funding of investment loan receivable $ 757   $ 7,000   $ 7,757 $ 0
Investment loan receivable $ 7,676   $ 7,000 $ 7,676 7,676  
Convertible debt securities            
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]            
Payment of acquired debt   $ 3,000        
Investment interest rate (as a percent)   10.00%        
Fair value of the convertible notes gain (loss)       $ 112 $ 112  
v3.24.3
Net Income (Loss) Per Share - Reconciliation of Weighted Average Shares Outstanding (Details) - shares
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Weighted-average shares outstanding:        
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—basic (in shares) 146,436,167 142,837,120 145,563,220 142,246,586
Weighted-average number of shares of common stock used in computing net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders—diluted (in shares) 149,426,665 146,270,628 148,653,023 142,246,586
Options outstanding        
Weighted-average shares outstanding:        
Dilutive effect of share equivalents (in shares) 1,641,946 3,207,854 1,925,296 0
Restricted stock units        
Weighted-average shares outstanding:        
Dilutive effect of share equivalents (in shares) 1,348,552 225,654 1,164,507 0
v3.24.3
Net Income (Loss) Per Share - Potentially Dilutive Common Stock Equivalents (Details) - shares
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]        
Potentially dilutive common stock equivalents (in shares) 1,563,216 6,231,913 3,063,434 10,811,486
Stock options outstanding        
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]        
Potentially dilutive common stock equivalents (in shares) 1,535,122 4,452,615 2,457,405 8,175,646
Unvested RSUs and PSUs        
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]        
Potentially dilutive common stock equivalents (in shares) 28,094 1,779,298 606,029 2,635,840
Performance Shares | Class A Common Stock        
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]        
Potentially dilutive common stock equivalents (in shares) 1,128,021 1,076,538 1,128,021 1,077,726
v3.24.3
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill - Acquisitions, Narrative (Details)
$ in Thousands
1 Months Ended 3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Jan. 11, 2026
USD ($)
Nov. 12, 2025
USD ($)
Jul. 11, 2025
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2024
USD ($)
Aug. 15, 2024
USD ($)
Jul. 11, 2024
USD ($)
payment
Apr. 29, 2024
USD ($)
payment
Dec. 01, 2023
USD ($)
Feb. 23, 2023
USD ($)
Jul. 31, 2024
USD ($)
shares
May 31, 2024
zł / shares
shares
Mar. 31, 2024
USD ($)
Feb. 28, 2024
USD ($)
Sep. 30, 2024
USD ($)
Sep. 30, 2024
USD ($)
Sep. 30, 2023
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2023
USD ($)
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Goodwill                           $ 54,299 $ 54,299   $ 24,879
Payments to acquire additional interest in subsidiary                             4,870 $ 0  
Brand 24 Management                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Post-acquisition compensation expense awarded                           227 $ 377    
Subsidiaries | Brand24                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Outstanding shares (in shares) | shares                   135,500              
Payments to acquire additional interest in subsidiary                   $ 3,684              
Number of shares owned (in shares) | shares                   312,974              
Ownership percentage                   72.00%              
Subsidiaries | Brand24                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Tender Offer, number of shares to be purchased (in shares) | shares                     944,616            
Tender Offer, subscription price per share (in PLN per share) | zł / shares                     zł 47.0            
Content                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)                             2 years 8 months 12 days   2 years 3 months 18 days
Customer relationships                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)                             5 years 4 months 24 days   4 years 4 months 24 days
Developed technology                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)                             4 years 1 month 6 days   4 years 1 month 6 days
Trade name                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)                             3 years 6 months   3 years 8 months 12 days
Backlinko, LLC                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Consideration transferred         $ 2,950                        
Business combination, holdback amount         531                        
Identifiable intangible assets         1,062                        
Goodwill         $ 1,888                        
Transaction cost                           119 $ 128    
Backlinko, LLC | Content                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)         4 years                        
Backlinko, LLC | Customer relationships                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)         3 years                        
Backlinko, LLC | Developed technology                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)         3 years                        
Ryte                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Consideration transferred           $ 10,482                      
Identifiable intangible assets                           2,630 2,630    
Goodwill                           10,489 10,489    
Transaction cost                           494 721    
Outstanding capital acquired (as percent)           100.00%                      
Consideration transferred           $ 10,482                      
Number of deferred purchase payments | payment           2                      
Fair value of deferred purchase payments           $ 1,572                      
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net                           10,482 10,482    
Cash consideration for acquisition           $ 8,910                      
Ryte | Forecast                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Fair value of deferred purchase payments $ 786   $ 786                            
Ryte | Customer relationships                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)           5 years                      
Ryte | Developed technology                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)           6 years                      
Ryte | Trade name                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)           5 years                      
Brand24                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Consideration transferred             $ 13,528                    
Identifiable intangible assets                           9,350 9,350    
Goodwill                           15,846 15,846    
Transaction cost                           215 605    
Outstanding capital acquired (as percent)             58.00%                    
Consideration transferred             $ 23,374                    
Number of deferred purchase payments | payment             2                    
Fair value of deferred purchase payments             $ 2,878                    
Fair value of noncontrolling interest             $ 9,846             9,846 9,846    
Deferred purchase payments, interest accrual (as a percent)             2.50%                    
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net                           23,374 23,374    
Cash consideration for acquisition             $ 10,650                    
Brand24 | Forecast                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Fair value of deferred purchase payments   $ 1,500   $ 1,500                          
Brand24 | Customer relationships                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)             6 years                    
Brand24 | Developed technology                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)             5 years                    
Brand24 | Trade name                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Useful life of acquired intangibles (in years)             5 years                    
Datos                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Consideration transferred               $ 13,855                  
Identifiable intangible assets                           2,780 2,780    
Goodwill                           16,791 16,791    
Transaction cost                           0 100    
Outstanding capital acquired (as percent)               60.00%                  
Fair value of noncontrolling interest               $ 5,166           5,166 5,166    
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net               19,021           $ 19,021 $ 19,021    
Other consideration                       $ 501          
Cash consideration for acquisition               $ 4,255                  
Traffic Think Tank                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Consideration transferred                 $ 1,800                
Traffic Think Tank | 12-Month Holdback Amount                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Cash consideration for acquisition                         $ 360        
Business combination, holdback period                 12 months                
Traffic Think Tank | 18-Month Holdback Amount                                  
Business Acquisition [Line Items]                                  
Business combination, holdback amount                 $ 360                
Business combination, holdback period                 18 months                
v3.24.3
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill - Schedule of Business Acquisitions (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Jul. 11, 2024
Apr. 29, 2024
Dec. 01, 2023
Feb. 23, 2023
Ryte        
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Cash paid at close $ 8,910      
Fair value of deferred purchase payments 1,572      
Consideration transferred $ 10,482      
Brand24        
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Cash paid at close   $ 10,650    
Fair value of deferred purchase payments   2,878    
Consideration transferred   $ 13,528    
Datos        
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Cash paid at close     $ 4,255  
Fair value of the January 2021 and February 2022 Convertible Notes     7,530  
Other consideration     2,070  
Consideration transferred     $ 13,855  
Traffic Think Tank        
Business Acquisition [Line Items]        
Consideration transferred       $ 1,800
v3.24.3
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill - Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Aug. 15, 2024
Apr. 29, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 01, 2023
Fair value of tangible assets:          
Goodwill $ 54,299     $ 24,879  
Backlinko, LLC          
Fair value of tangible assets:          
Identifiable intangible assets   $ 1,062      
Goodwill   $ 1,888      
Ryte          
Fair value of tangible assets:          
Cash and cash equivalents 1,550        
Accounts receivable 742        
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 463        
Other current assets 676        
Other long-term assets 100        
Identifiable intangible assets 2,630        
Goodwill 10,489        
Total assets acquired 16,650        
Liabilities assumed          
Accounts payable 194        
Short-term debt 2,529        
Deferred revenue, current 2,708        
Accrued expenses 457        
Other long-term liabilities 280        
Total Liabilities Assumed 6,168        
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net 10,482        
Brand24          
Fair value of tangible assets:          
Cash and cash equivalents 1,502        
Accounts receivable 139        
Other long-term assets 686        
Identifiable intangible assets 9,350        
Goodwill 15,846        
Total assets acquired 27,523        
Liabilities assumed          
Deferred revenue, current 847        
Deferred tax liabilities 1,411        
Other long-term liabilities 1,891        
Total Liabilities Assumed 4,149        
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net 23,374        
Fair value of noncontrolling interest 9,846   $ 9,846    
Fair value of controlling interest acquired 13,528        
Datos          
Fair value of tangible assets:          
Cash and cash equivalents 549        
Accounts receivable 518        
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 320        
Property and equipment, net 8        
Other long-term assets 3        
Identifiable intangible assets 2,780        
Goodwill 16,791        
Total assets acquired 20,969        
Liabilities assumed          
Accounts payable 342        
Deferred revenue, current 367        
Accrued expenses 213        
Other current liabilities 609        
Other long-term liabilities 417        
Total Liabilities Assumed 1,948        
Fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net 19,021       $ 19,021
Fair value of noncontrolling interest 5,166       $ 5,166
Fair value of controlling interest acquired $ 13,855        
v3.24.3
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill - Schedule of Intangible Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Aug. 15, 2024
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Gross Carrying Amount   $ 41,715 $ 22,596
Accumulated Amortization   (10,969) (6,513)
Total   $ 30,746 $ 16,083
Developed technology      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)   4 years 1 month 6 days 4 years 1 month 6 days
Gross Carrying Amount   $ 8,799 $ 5,604
Accumulated Amortization   (2,447) (1,518)
Total   $ 6,352 $ 4,086
Developed technology | Backlinko, LLC      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years) 3 years    
Trade name      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)   3 years 6 months 3 years 8 months 12 days
Gross Carrying Amount   $ 5,176 $ 4,451
Accumulated Amortization   (2,069) (1,404)
Total   $ 3,107 $ 3,047
Content      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)   2 years 8 months 12 days 2 years 3 months 18 days
Gross Carrying Amount   $ 3,142 $ 2,387
Accumulated Amortization   (1,497) (1,021)
Total   $ 1,645 $ 1,366
Content | Backlinko, LLC      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years) 4 years    
Customer relationships      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)   5 years 4 months 24 days 4 years 4 months 24 days
Gross Carrying Amount   $ 10,814 $ 1,694
Accumulated Amortization   (1,300) (396)
Total   $ 9,514 $ 1,298
Customer relationships | Backlinko, LLC      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years) 3 years    
Capitalized internal-use software      
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Weighted Average Remaining Useful Life (years)   2 years 8 months 12 days 2 years 9 months 18 days
Gross Carrying Amount   $ 13,784 $ 8,460
Accumulated Amortization   (3,656) (2,174)
Total   $ 10,128 $ 6,286
v3.24.3
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill - Intangible Assets, Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]        
Amortization expense $ 1,380 $ 557 $ 2,962 $ 1,631
Software development        
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]        
Capitalized software development costs 1,474 1,283 5,842 3,913
Amortization expense associated with capitalized development costs $ 588 $ 151 $ 1,491 $ 421
v3.24.3
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill - Schedule of Future Amortization Expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Amount    
Remainder of 2024 $ 2,015  
2025 7,808  
2026 6,869  
2027 4,599  
2028 3,037  
Thereafter 6,418  
Total $ 30,746 $ 16,083
v3.24.3
Acquisitions, Intangible Assets, and Goodwill - Schedule of Goodwill (Details)
$ in Thousands
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
USD ($)
Amount  
Balance as of January 1, 2024 $ 24,879
Foreign currency translation adjustment 1,301
Balance as of September 30, 2024 54,299
Datos  
Amount  
Datos purchase price allocation adjustment (104)
Balance as of September 30, 2024 16,791
Brand24  
Amount  
Acquisition 15,846
Balance as of September 30, 2024 15,846
Ryte  
Amount  
Acquisition 10,489
Balance as of September 30, 2024 10,489
Exploding Topics  
Amount  
Acquisition $ 1,888
v3.24.3
Exit Costs (Details) - USD ($)
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]        
Exit costs $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 1,292,000
v3.24.3
Accrued expenses (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]    
Employee compensation $ 7,664 $ 7,742
Income taxes payable 2,436 1,810
Other taxes payable 9,230 9,695
Vacation reserves 871 549
Other 83 95
Total accrued expenses $ 20,284 $ 19,891
v3.24.3
Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]        
Provision for income taxes $ 3,899 $ 637 $ 11,652 $ 2,303
v3.24.3
Stockholders’ Equity (Details)
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
shares
Jun. 30, 2024
shares
Sep. 30, 2023
shares
Mar. 31, 2023
shares
Sep. 30, 2024
shares
Class of Stock [Line Items]          
Total authorized shares of common stock reserved for future issuance (in shares) 23,407,064       23,407,064
Class A Common Stock          
Class of Stock [Line Items]          
Common stock, conversion ratio 1       1
Class A Common Stock | Common Stock          
Class of Stock [Line Items]          
Conversion of common stock (in shares) 409,801 409,801 175,000 74,239,844 409,801
Options outstanding          
Class of Stock [Line Items]          
Total authorized shares of common stock reserved for future issuance (in shares) 5,371,516       5,371,516
Common stock reserved for future issuance          
Class of Stock [Line Items]          
Total authorized shares of common stock reserved for future issuance (in shares) 12,233,256       12,233,256
Restricted stock units and performance stock units outstanding          
Class of Stock [Line Items]          
Total authorized shares of common stock reserved for future issuance (in shares) 5,802,292       5,802,292
v3.24.3
Stock-Based Compensation - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2023
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]          
Stock-based compensation $ 7,575 $ 4,203 $ 19,856 $ 10,764  
Unrecognized compensation cost on stock options $ 12,119   $ 12,119    
Expected dividend yield     0.00%    
Granted (in shares) 0   15,888    
Weighted-average grant date fair value of options granted (in dollars per share)   $ 6.15 $ 7.71 $ 5.58  
Tax benefit $ 13 $ 653 $ 712 $ 696  
Aggregate intrinsic value of options outstanding 41,886   41,886   $ 49,221
Aggregate intrinsic value of options exercised 3,249 $ 2,521 16,913 $ 7,923  
Aggregate intrinsic value of options exercisable 29,705   $ 29,705   $ 34,471
Stock Option          
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]          
Unrecognized compensation cost, period of recognition     2 years 2 months 15 days    
Expected dividend yield   0.00% 0.00% 0.00%  
RSUs          
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]          
Unrecognized compensation cost, period of recognition     2 years 4 months 2 days    
Unrecognized compensation cost, other than options 41,236   $ 41,236    
Awards granted (in shares)     2,857,598    
RSUs | Employee          
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]          
Stock-based compensation $ 4,802 $ 2,461 $ 12,234 $ 5,702  
Awards granted (in shares) 66,720 68,463 2,857,598 1,908,880  
Performance Shares          
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]          
Unrecognized compensation cost, period of recognition     2 years 3 months 25 days    
Unrecognized compensation cost, other than options $ 10,014   $ 10,014    
Awards granted (in shares)     1,146,491    
Performance Shares | Employee          
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]          
Stock-based compensation $ 1,187 $ 0 $ 2,753 $ 0  
Awards granted (in shares) 0 0 1,146,491 0  
v3.24.3
Stock-Based Compensation - Schedule of Stock-based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Expensed and Capitalized, Amount [Line Items]        
Total stock-based compensation $ 7,575 $ 4,203 $ 19,856 $ 10,764
Cost of revenue        
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Expensed and Capitalized, Amount [Line Items]        
Total stock-based compensation 71 33 169 82
Sales and marketing        
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Expensed and Capitalized, Amount [Line Items]        
Total stock-based compensation 1,228 822 3,207 2,190
Research and development        
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Expensed and Capitalized, Amount [Line Items]        
Total stock-based compensation 1,707 579 3,714 1,464
General and administrative        
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Expensed and Capitalized, Amount [Line Items]        
Total stock-based compensation $ 4,569 $ 2,769 $ 12,766 $ 7,028
v3.24.3
Stock-Based Compensation - Schedule of Weighted-Average Assumptions to Determine Fair Value (Details)
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Expected dividend yield   0.00%  
Stock Option      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Expected volatility 62.60% 61.80% 63.20%
Weighted-average risk-free interest rate 4.03% 4.28% 3.71%
Expected dividend yield 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
Expected life – in years 6 years 6 years 6 years
v3.24.3
Stock-Based Compensation - Schedule of Option Activity (Details) - $ / shares
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Number of Options      
Outstanding (in shares)   7,175,494  
Granted (in shares) 0 15,888  
Exercised (in shares)   (1,464,641)  
Forfeited (in shares)   (355,225)  
Outstanding (in shares) 5,371,516 5,371,516 7,175,494
Options exercisable (in shares) 3,220,402 3,220,402  
Weighted-Average Exercise Price (per share)      
Outstanding (in dollars per share)   $ 7.02  
Granted (in dollars per share)   12.62  
Exercised (in dollars per share)   2.53  
Forfeited (in dollars per share)   8.94  
Outstanding (in dollars per share) $ 8.14 8.14 $ 7.02
Options exercisable (in dollars per share) $ 6.76 $ 6.76  
Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Term (in years)      
Outstanding (in years)   7 years 4 months 2 days 7 years 9 months 10 days
Options exercisable (in years)   6 years 8 months 15 days  
v3.24.3
Stock-Based Compensation - Schedule of Restricted and Performance Stock Unit Activity (Details)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
USD ($)
$ / shares
shares
RSUs  
Number of Shares  
Unvested beginning balance (in shares) | shares 2,571,318
Granted (in shares) | shares 2,857,598
Vested (in shares) | shares (996,837)
Forfeited (in shares) | shares (280,756)
Unvested ending balance (in shares) | shares 4,151,323
Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value  
Unvested beginning balance (in dollars per share) | $ / shares $ 9.88
Granted (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 12.60
Vested (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 9.73
Forfeited (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 9.77
Unvested ending balance (in dollars per share) | $ / shares $ 11.79
Aggregate Fair Value  
Unvested beginning balance | $ $ 25,405
Granted | $ 36,006
Vested | $ 9,699
Forfeited | $ 2,743
Unvested ending balance | $ $ 48,944
PSUs  
Number of Shares  
Unvested beginning balance (in shares) | shares 1,077,726
Granted (in shares) | shares 1,146,491
Vested (in shares) | shares 0
Forfeited (in shares) | shares 0
Unvested ending balance (in shares) | shares 2,224,217
Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value  
Unvested beginning balance (in dollars per share) | $ / shares $ 11.61
Granted (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 12.56
Vested (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 0
Forfeited (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 0
Unvested ending balance (in dollars per share) | $ / shares $ 12.10
Aggregate Fair Value  
Unvested beginning balance | $ $ 12,512
Granted | $ 14,400
Vested | $ 0
Forfeited | $ 0
Unvested ending balance | $ $ 26,913
v3.24.3
Commitments and Contingencies (Details)
$ in Thousands
Sep. 30, 2024
USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Remainder of 2024 $ 3,039
2025 14,388
2026 3,233
2027 and thereafter 0
Total $ 20,660
v3.24.3
Components of Other Income, Net (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]        
Foreign currency exchange gain (loss) $ (236) $ (291) $ 337 $ (929)
Interest income, net 2,419 2,449 7,705 6,881
Other income, net 729 (54) 1,125 776
Total other income, net $ 2,912 $ 2,104 $ 9,167 $ 6,728
v3.24.3
Segment and Geographic Information - Narrative (Details)
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
segment
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Number of operating segments 1
v3.24.3
Segment and Geographic Information - Geographic Data (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Dec. 31, 2023
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]          
Total revenue $ 97,410 $ 78,718 $ 274,173 $ 224,281  
Total assets 7,220   7,220   $ 6,686
United States          
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]          
Total revenue 44,525 37,557 127,867 107,101  
Total assets 3,279   3,279   3,231
United Kingdom          
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]          
Total revenue 9,003 7,687 25,901 21,972  
Netherlands          
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]          
Total assets 2,008   2,008   1,781
Spain          
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]          
Total assets 888   888   807
Czech Republic          
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]          
Total assets 203   203   278
Other          
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]          
Total revenue 43,882 $ 33,474 120,405 $ 95,208  
Total assets $ 842   $ 842   $ 589
v3.24.3
Subsequent Events (Details)
$ in Millions
3 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
USD ($)
Subsequent event | TDM | Forecast  
Subsequent Event [Line Items]  
Consideration transferred $ 6.1

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