# StartEngine > StartEngine is an investment platform where everyday people can invest in startups and early-stage companies through equity crowdfunding (Regulation Crowdfunding and Regulation A+), and accredited investors can access pre-IPO private placements (Regulation D). ## About StartEngine StartEngine operates as a FINRA-registered broker-dealer and funding portal, enabling companies to raise capital from both accredited and non-accredited investors. The platform has facilitated over $2 billion in investments across thousands of offerings. ## Key Pages - [Explore Offerings](https://www.startengine.com/explore): Browse current investment opportunities - [StartEngine Private](https://www.startengine.com/private): Pre-IPO investments for accredited investors - [Marketplace](https://www.startengine.com/marketplace): Secondary trading of startup shares - [Success Stories](https://www.startengine.com/success-stories): Companies that raised over $1M - [How Investing Works](https://www.startengine.com/investor-faq): Investor FAQ and education - [Raise Capital](https://www.startengine.com/raise-capital-ai): Information for companies seeking funding - [Terms of Service](https://www.startengine.com/terms) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.startengine.com/privacy) - [Disclaimer](https://www.startengine.com/disclaimer) - [Form CRS](https://www.startengine.com/form-crs) - [Reg BI Disclosure](https://www.startengine.com/reg-bi-disclosure) ## API Documentation StartEngine does not provide a public API. Investment data and offering details are available through the platform interface. ## Contact - Website: https://www.startengine.com - Help Center: https://help.startengine.com - Contact: https://www.startengine.com/contact-us