Who founded Buffer?

Answer

About Buffer

Buffer was founded by Joel Gascoigne.

Buffer was founded by Joel Gascoigne (@joelgascoigne on X). It launched in 2010. The product is in the Marketing category on Startup Spotlight.

Source

This answer is drawn from the Buffer listing on Startup Spotlight, last updated May 20, 2026. For the full profile, see the Buffer listing.

Other questions about Buffer

• What is Buffer?

  Buffer is grow your audience on social — and beyond.

• When was Buffer launched?

  Buffer launched in 2010.