# How Figma Built a Collaborative Design Platform

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Published: 2026-07-07T17:07:58+00:00
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## Resource

In Episode 99 of Business Models Explained, Lucas and Luna unpack how Figma built a browser-based design tool that turned an industry on its head. They trace the key decisions: betting on WebGL when competitors shipped native apps, the free tier that made every designer a salesperson, and the multiplayer architecture that transformed design from a solitary craft into a team sport. Along the way, they look at the numbers—like Figma's reported $400 million in annual recurring revenue by 2024—and the strategic bet on plugins that turned a tool into a platform. If you've ever wondered why a design startup could be valued at $20 billion, this episode gives you the concrete mechanics behind the hype. Plus, a brief moment on how listener support keeps this show ad-free. #Figma #CollaborativeDesign #DesignTools #SaaS #BusinessModel #Platform #WebGL #Freemium #Plugins #FigmaCommunity #DesignIndustry #Adobe #Sketch #BrowserBased #Multiplayer #Business #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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