Meh. Pretty good company. I mean, they’re legit and they’re not a scam company, but they used to be soooo much better back in the day when they first got started and had more personal “one-on-one touc... See more
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I've invested through other platforms where I simply buy, purchase, and done—it's straightforward. With EquityZen, I reserve, pay, and then wait, only for most deals not to go through. That’s the fru... See more
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I have been looking at the Tektite Genome and it is a very advanced product that with stocks at Equity Zen and I would like too know more before I purchase the stocks which I am thinking very strong... See more
I have been using EquityZen for over 15 years. It is an extremely user friendly, efficient, and uses the latest technologies in providing pre IPO investment services. I have had the pleasure of work... See more
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- #147 of 175 best companies in Alternative Financial Service
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EquityZen, a subsidiary of Morgan Stanley, is a leading marketplace for pre-IPO investments, connecting shareholders of private companies with accredited investors. Through its category-leading technology and innovative approach, EquityZen delivers data-driven insights and tools that empower its 800,000 users to navigate the private markets with confidence. Having completed more than 51,000 private placements in nearly 500 private companies, EquityZen is on a mission to deliver “Private Markets for the Public.”
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1 New York Plaza, 12th Floor, 10004, New York, United States
- 8774906121
- support@equityzen.com
- equityzen.com
4.2
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367 reviews
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Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for sharing your feedback!
Great Platform to use for secondary market trade
Great Platform and the team always available to support you when needed.
April 16, 2025
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Thank you for your feedback!
Really sleek mobile app
Really sleek mobile app. Push notifications for deals in companies I’m interested in!
April 16, 2025
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you, Peter!
Reply from EquityZen
Great to hear the investment closing went smoothly! We look forward to working with you again in the future.
Happy user
clear instructions how go about an investment
informative webinar
possibility to execute a wire transfer from a non-US (e.g., German) bank account
good and as far as I can tell reliable information about upcoming investment
option to create a watchlist according to one's preferences
right amount of messaging
April 7, 2025
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for the review, Ulle! It's great to know the investment process has been clear and informative for you.
Offering shares in Optrascan raise…
Offering shares in Optrascan raise serious credibility concerns of this platform as Optrascan has effectively defrauded us of $91000 by providing us with useless equipment and not adhering to return terms pre acquisition.
April 13, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for the review, Daniel. Please note that while our team carefully reviews any company involved in a potential transaction, the page you mentioned is purely informational. We have not completed any deals in that company, nor have any such deals ever been listed on EquityZen's platform. Nor do we have a relationship with the company to share your concerns.
If you have any questions or concerns about EquityZen, please do not hesitate to reach us at support@equityzen.com.
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for the review! We are glad to hear that you found our platform easy to use.
too much trouble logging onto your…
too much trouble logging onto your website. I kept getting challenged to change my password and prove I'm a human.
April 9, 2025
Opportunity and insights
I really appreciate the opportunity and the insights you provide about the companies.
April 9, 2025
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for the review, Vinay!
They can improve communication
They can improve communication. I dont get any updates most times and even replies to my queries are usually 24-48 hours late. Sometimes, you dont get a reply at all.
Also, for the funds managed by them, they choose high valuations while investing in companies.
April 8, 2025
Reply from EquityZen
Hi Ajith, thank you for your feedback regarding our customer service and valuations.
We want to assure you that our team is dedicated to providing timely and comprehensive support. While our standard response time for inquiries is within one business day, allowing us to address the majority of questions efficiently, please be aware that more complex matters may require additional processing time to ensure accuracy and a thorough response.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach us at support@equityzen.com.
Smooth transaction
Transaction went smoothly and as planned. I think communication needs to be improved.
April 3, 2025
Reply from EquityZen
We are glad to hear the transaction went smoothly, Shawn!
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for your feedback. Thank you for your feedback regarding the subscription/verification process. We acknowledge that it can be time-consuming and is different than the public markets. You can read more here: https://blog.equityzen.com/public-vs.-private-stock-investing-key-differences-every-investor-should-know
This process is essential for security and compliance reasons. However, we are consistently evaluating and seeking ways to expedite it without compromising these critical needs.
support emails are getting bounced and…
support emails are getting bounced and nobody picks up the phone
March 31, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from EquityZen
We're sorry you're having trouble reaching our support team by email and phone. You can reach us at support@equityzen.com where we respond during our working hours.
If you were using a different email address, please let us know. Thank you.
can't get a hold of anyone
bought some shares. no one answers their support email. no way to reach someone via phone whatsoever
unable to liquidate quickly
March 27, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for your feedback and we have asked for more information through Trustpilot so we can make sure we are addressing your needs. Please know that we typically respond to inquiries within a day or less. All questions are answered by EquityZen employees and more complex questions may require additional time.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us at support@equityzen.com with any further questions or feedback.
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you! We appreciate the review!
Best variety of offerings of any…
Best variety of offerings of any secondary market, hands down.
March 6, 2025
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for the review, Thomas!
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for your note. Please know that all questions are typically handled by EquityZen employees within a day or less. However, more complex inquiries may take longer to address. We noticed that one of your questions took a couple of days for a response, and we should have notified you that we were working on it. Thank you for being a client of EquityZen.
I am having recurring problems with…
I am having recurring problems with receiving payment on some shares that were sold. The response time is lengthy to get basic things fixed. The tech platform wants me to update my payment account but it is already pre filled with the correct info. You just debited it for a recent investment
March 5, 2025
Reply from EquityZen
Thank you for being a client of EquityZen. We appreciate your feedback regarding the account confirmation process. This process was developed to ensure we have the correct account numbers on file, so funds are sent to the right account. We’ve heard from you and others that it can be onerous, and we're actively working on improvements to make the process simpler while still ensuring accuracy.
One of the best service provider in this space.
One of the best service provider in this space.
The process is clean and very understandable.
They charge only one time fees.
They update ahead of the time when they're going to pull the money from the bank.
They provide an option to sell in the market place when you can't wait for long time.
None of the services that I know can do this. EquityZen is my first preferred.
March 3, 2025
Reply from EquityZen
Chandra, thank you for the great review! We appreciate your feedback, and are happy to hear that your investment process went smoothly. If you have any questions going forward, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at support@equityzen.com.
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