Repairing a broken handbag, worn shoes, or malfunctioning electronics often feels harder than replacing them. Tingit, a fast growing startup focused on transforming repair into a frictionless digital experience, wants to change that mindset across Europe. The company has raised a €1.5 million investment round to expand its AI driven repair platform throughout the European Union, positioning repair as an everyday habit rather than a last resort.
The funding round was led by Coinvest Capital and joined by Firstpick, NGL Ventures, and existing investors Heartfelt from Germany, BADideas from Latvia, and Purpose Tech from the Czech Republic. The capital will be used to strengthen Tingit’s technology, expand its network of professional repairers, and deepen partnerships with fashion brands and ecommerce platforms.
Turning repair into a simple digital flow
Tingit’s platform is built around an AI-powered algorithm designed to remove the complexity traditionally associated with repairs. Users upload a photo or video of a damaged item, whether it is a torn shoe sole, a broken zipper, or faulty electronics. The system automatically detects the damage, matches the item with the appropriate specialist, and generates a transparent price and timeline estimate.
Once the user accepts the offer, Tingit handles the logistics. Items are shipped through parcel lockers using labels generated directly in the platform, eliminating the need for in person visits, cash payments, or follow up appointments. The goal is to make repair as simple as online shopping.
From café frustration to scalable platform
According to CEO and co-founder Indrė Viltrakytė, the idea for Tingit emerged from a personal frustration. When a handbag zipper broke, the effort required to find a repair shop, negotiate pricing, and make multiple trips highlighted how outdated the process felt in a digital world.
That experience evolved into Tingit’s broader vision. The company now describes itself as building a longevity protocol for personal belongings, integrating repair directly into modern consumer infrastructure. Tingit is actively collaborating with fashion brands and ecommerce platforms to embed repair options into the customer journey, extending product life cycles beyond the point of sale.
Early traction across multiple categories
Since launching in 2024, Tingit has raised a total of €2.02 million in external funding and quickly expanded its footprint. The platform is active in Lithuania and France and has grown its repair network to more than 100 skilled makers across Lithuania, France, and Poland.
To date, over 14,000 customers have used Tingit to appraise items valued at more than €9 million. The range spans everyday products such as €20 sneakers as well as luxury goods including handbags valued at up to €15,000. While footwear and handbag restoration remain the most common use cases, demand is growing rapidly for repairs of household appliances, audio equipment, eyewear, and travel luggage.
Repair as culture change, not just convenience
For Tingit, repair is not only about cost savings or environmental benefits, though both are significant. Extending product lifespans reduces waste and lowers carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and logistics. Just as importantly, many users seek to preserve items connected to personal memories rather than discard them.
Coinvest Capital Managing Director Viktorija Trimbel said the company represents a shift in consumption culture. She noted that Tingit has successfully brought its vision to market and is helping define new expectations around ownership, durability, and sustainability.
Building a European repair ecosystem
With fresh funding in place, Tingit plans to expand its services across the EU and continue onboarding professional repairers interested in growing their businesses through the platform. By combining AI, logistics, and skilled craftsmanship, the startup aims to make high quality repair accessible anywhere in Europe and embed longevity into everyday consumer behaviour.