Tinrate Raises $1.8 Million to Automate the Business of Selling Expertise

Tinrate, the Belgian knowledge monetization platform, has secured €1.6 million ($1.87 million) in Seed funding to expand its frictionless booking infrastructure. The investment round, finalized in January 2026, aims to empower creators, consultants, and mentors to sell their time directly to their audience. This capital infusion will support the company’s efforts to eliminate the administrative friction often associated with independent professional work. The platform operates via a simple link that integrates booking, billing, and authority building into a single workflow. Experts share their Tinrate link in social media bios or email signatures, allowing clients to pick a slot and pay upfront. This prepaid model effectively removes the risk of ghosting and eliminates the need for manual invoicing or chasing late payments.

Tinrate achieved this significant funding milestone in record time due to its explosive user growth and the pedigree of its leadership. Founded by serial entrepreneur Gunther Ghysels, the startup reached over 1,000 active professionals before the seed round was even closed. High-profile investors including Belfius, KPMG, and The Harbour recognized the clear product-market fit in an era where independent expertise is a booming commodity.

In the coming months, users can expect Tinrate to introduce deeper calendar integrations and more robust automation features for international tax compliance. The company plans to scale beyond its Belgian roots to become a global standard for the brain booking economy. With this new capital, the team is set to enhance its video call integrations and build more tools that help experts compound their social proof through verified reviews.

At its core, Tinrate acts as a bridge between an expert's audience and their bank account by handling all logistical hurdles. It serves as specialized infrastructure for consultants and creators who already have a following but lack the tools to monetize it efficiently. By focusing on link-book-pay mechanics, the platform turns a simple request for advice into a professional and paid transaction.