SAFE Discount

Also called Discount Rate

A percentage price break a SAFE or note holder gets when their investment converts into shares at the next priced round, rewarding them for investing earlier. A 20 percent discount is common.

Why it matters

The discount, alongside the valuation cap, decides how many shares early money converts into. Knowing which one applies (usually whichever is better for the investor) is key to reading a SAFE.

For example

An angel's SAFE has a 20 percent discount, so when the seed prices at 100 rupees a share, their money converts at 80.

Related terms

SAFE Valuation Cap Convertible Note

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