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Firefly

Firefly transforms rideshare vehicles into programmatic digital billboards, delivering targeted, measurable out-of-home advertising in high-traffic urban environments while providing supplemental income to drivers.

San Francisco, California, United StatesFounded 2017

Last updated May 11, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Industry
Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) Advertising
Business Model
Marketplace
Target Market
Mid-Market to Enterprise
Employee Count
51-200
Funding
$30M+
API Available
Limited
Market Position

Leading rideshare-based digital advertising platform in urban markets

Overview

Firefly is an out-of-home (OOH) advertising technology company that operates a network of digital displays mounted on rideshare vehicles. The company partners with rideshare drivers who install smart digital screens on their car rooftops, turning their vehicles into mobile billboards. Firefly's platform uses GPS and programmatic technology to deliver targeted, location-based advertising campaigns across urban markets. The company's technology enables advertisers to reach consumers in high-traffic urban areas with dynamic, data-driven campaigns. Firefly's displays can show different ads based on location, time of day, and audience demographics, providing measurable impressions and campaign analytics. The platform appeals to both national brands and local businesses seeking to reach mobile urban audiences. Firefly has established itself as an innovator in the digital out-of-home (DOOH) space, particularly in the rideshare advertising niche. The company has expanded to multiple major U.S. cities and continues to grow its driver network and advertiser base, positioning itself as a modern alternative to traditional outdoor advertising formats like billboards and transit ads.

Products & Features

Firefly Digital Displays

Smart digital rooftop screens installed on rideshare vehicles that display dynamic advertising content

Programmatic Platform

Technology platform enabling location-based, programmatic ad buying and campaign management

Driver Network

Network of rideshare drivers who earn supplemental income by displaying ads on their vehicles

Analytics Dashboard

Campaign measurement and reporting tools providing impression data and performance metrics

Key Features
GPS-enabled location targetingReal-time programmatic ad deliveryDynamic creative optimizationImpression tracking and verificationUrban market coverageTime-of-day targetingCampaign analytics and reportingDriver earnings platform
Use Cases
Brand awareness campaigns in urban marketsLocal business advertisingEvent promotion and venue advertisingProduct launches in specific neighborhoodsRetail store traffic drivingEntertainment and media promotionPolitical and advocacy campaignsReal estate marketing
Customer Segments
National brandsLocal businessesAdvertising agenciesMedia buyersEntertainment companiesRetail chainsReal estate developersPolitical campaigns

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