Biggest changeYear Ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Subscription revenue $ 277,845 $ 220,794 $ 153,287 Hardware revenue (including related party revenue of $55, $0, and $0, respectively) 57,589 58,178 47,884 Other revenue 36,050 25,546 27,134 Total revenue 371,484 304,518 228,305 Cost of subscription revenue 41,014 30,975 30,659 Cost of hardware revenue 47,225 47,384 45,441 Cost of other revenue 4,088 3,522 3,607 Total cost of revenue (1) 92,327 81,881 79,707 Gross profit 279,157 222,637 148,598 Operating expenses (1) : Research and development 113,071 100,965 102,480 Sales and marketing 113,350 99,072 92,419 General and administrative 60,712 52,583 48,110 Total operating expenses 287,133 252,620 243,009 Loss from operations (7,976) (29,983) (94,411) Other income (expense): Convertible notes fair value adjustment (608) (684) 1,786 Derivative liability fair value adjustment (1,707) (116) 1,295 Loss on settlement of convertible notes (440) — — Gain on settlement of derivative liability 1,924 — — Gain on change in fair value of investment 5,389 — — Other income (expense), net (1,208) 3,228 13 Total other income (expense), net 3,350 2,428 3,094 Loss before income taxes (4,626) (27,555) (91,317) Provision for (benefit from) income taxes (71) 616 312 Net loss (4,555) (28,171) (91,629) Change in foreign currency translation adjustment 35 15 (6) Total comprehensive loss $ (4,520) $ (28,156) $ (91,635) ____________________ (1) Includes stock-based compensation expense as follows: 61 Table of Contents Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 % Change Cost of revenue Subscription costs $ 730 $ 651 12 % Hardware costs 798 1,096 (27) % Other costs 4 43 (91) % Total cost of revenue 1,532 1,790 Research and development 25,457 22,015 16 % Sales and marketing 3,344 3,059 9 % General and administrative 11,936 11,648 2 % Total stock-based compensation expense, net of amounts capitalized $ 42,269 $ 38,512 10 % The following table sets forth our results of operations as a percentage of revenue: Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Subscription revenue 75 % 73 % 67 % Hardware revenue 16 % 19 % 21 % Other revenue 10 % 8 % 12 % Total revenue 100 % 100 % 100 % Cost of subscription revenue 11 % 10 % 13 % Cost of hardware revenue 13 % 16 % 20 % Cost of other revenue 1 % 1 % 2 % Total cost of revenue 25 % 27 % 35 % Gross profit 75 % 73 % 65 % Operating expenses: Research and development 30 % 33 % 45 % Sales and marketing 31 % 33 % 40 % General and administrative 16 % 17 % 21 % Total operating expenses 77 % 83 % 106 % Loss from operations (2) % (10) % (41) % Other income (expense): Convertible notes fair value adjustment — % — % 1 % Derivative liability fair value adjustment — % — % 1 % Loss on settlement of convertible notes — % — % — % Gain on settlement of derivative liability 1 % — % — % Gain on change in fair value of investment 1 % — % — % Other income (expense), net — % 1 % — % Total other income (expense), net 1 % 1 % 1 % Loss before income taxes (1) % (9) % (40) % Provision for (benefit from) income taxes — % — % — % Net loss (1) % (9) % (40) % Change in foreign currency translation adjustment — % — % — % Total comprehensive loss (1) % (9) % (40) % 62 Table of Contents Comparison of the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023: Revenue Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 $ % Subscription revenue $ 277,845 $ 220,794 $ 57,051 26 % Hardware revenue 57,589 58,178 (589) (1) % Other revenue 36,050 25,546 10,504 41 % Total revenue $ 371,484 $ 304,518 $ 66,966 22 % Subscription revenue increased $57.1 million, or 26%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily due to a 19% growth in total subscriptions and a 25% growth in Paying Circles.
Biggest changeYear Ended December 31, 2025 2024 2023 Subscription revenue $ 369,253 $ 277,845 $ 220,794 Hardware revenue 51,816 57,589 58,178 Other revenue 68,412 36,050 25,546 Total revenue 489,481 371,484 304,518 Cost of subscription revenue 50,968 41,014 30,975 Cost of hardware revenue 51,175 47,225 47,384 Cost of other revenue 6,496 4,088 3,522 Total cost of revenue (1) 108,639 92,327 81,881 Gross profit 380,842 279,157 222,637 Operating expenses (1) : Research and development 128,409 113,071 100,965 Sales and marketing 154,963 113,350 99,072 General and administrative 78,644 60,712 52,583 Total operating expenses 362,016 287,133 252,620 Income (loss) from operations 18,826 (7,976) (29,983) Other income (expense): Convertible notes fair value adjustment — (608) (684) Derivative liability fair value adjustment — (1,707) (116) Loss on settlement of convertible notes — (440) — Gain on settlement of derivative liability — 1,924 — Gain on change in fair value of investments 609 5,389 — Interest income 13,705 6,009 3,083 Other income (expense), net (481) (7,217) 145 Total other income (expense), net 13,833 3,350 2,428 Income (loss) before income taxes 32,659 (4,626) (27,555) Provision for (benefit from) income taxes (118,173) (71) 616 Net income (loss) 150,832 (4,555) (28,171) Change in foreign currency translation adjustment 4 35 15 Total comprehensive income (loss) $ 150,836 $ (4,520) $ (28,156) ____________________ (1) Includes stock-based compensation expense as follows: 54 Table of Contents Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 % Change Cost of subscription revenue $ 1,869 $ 730 156 % Cost of hardware revenue 1,476 798 85 % Cost of other revenue 8 4 100 % Total cost of revenue 3,353 1,532 Research and development 28,037 25,457 10 % Sales and marketing 7,029 3,344 110 % General and administrative 17,041 11,936 43 % Total stock-based compensation expense, net of amounts capitalized $ 55,460 $ 42,269 31 % The following table sets forth our results of operations as a percentage of revenue: Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 2023 Subscription revenue 75 % 75 % 73 % Hardware revenue 11 % 16 % 19 % Other revenue 14 % 10 % 8 % Total revenue 100 % 100 % 100 % Cost of subscription revenue 10 % 11 % 10 % Cost of hardware revenue 10 % 13 % 16 % Cost of other revenue 1 % 1 % 1 % Total cost of revenue 22 % 25 % 27 % Gross profit 78 % 75 % 73 % Operating expenses: Research and development 26 % 30 % 33 % Sales and marketing 32 % 31 % 33 % General and administrative 16 % 16 % 17 % Total operating expenses 74 % 77 % 83 % Income (loss) from operations 4 % (2) % (10) % Other income (expense): Convertible notes fair value adjustment — % — % — % Derivative liability fair value adjustment — % — % — % Loss on settlement of convertible notes — % — % — % Gain on settlement of derivative liability — % 1 % — % Gain on change in fair value of investments — % 1 % — % Interest income 3 % 2 % 1 % Other income (expense), net — % (2) % — % Total other income (expense), net 3 % 1 % 1 % Income (loss) before income taxes 7 % (1) % (9) % Provision for (benefit from) income taxes (24) % — % — % Net income (loss) 31 % (1) % (9) % Change in foreign currency translation adjustment — % — % — % Total comprehensive income (loss) 31 % (1) % (9) % 55 Table of Contents Comparison of the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024: Revenue Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands, except percentages) 2025 2024 $ % Subscription revenue $ 369,253 $ 277,845 $ 91,408 33 % Hardware revenue 51,816 57,589 (5,773) (10) % Other revenue 68,412 36,050 32,362 90 % Total revenue $ 489,481 $ 371,484 $ 117,997 32 % Subscription revenue increased $91.4 million, or 33%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily due to 26% growth in Paying Circles and 17% growth in total subscriptions.
Gain on Settlement of Derivative Liability Gain on settlement of the derivative liability relates to the conversion by the holders of the July 2021 Convertible Notes, which settled the embedded share-settled redemption features bifurcated from the Company’s July 2021 Convertible Notes.
Gain on Settlement of Derivative Liability Gain on settlement of derivative liability relates to the conversion by the holders of the July 2021 Convertible Notes, which settled the embedded share-settled redemption features bifurcated from the Company’s July 2021 Convertible Notes.
Average Revenue per Paying Subscription We define ARPPS as annualized total subscription revenue recognized and derived from Life360, Tile and Jiobit subscriptions, excluding revenue related to bundled Life360 subscription and hardware offerings, for the reported period divided by the average number of paying subscribers during the same period.
Average Revenue per Paying Subscription We define ARPPS as annualized total subscription revenue recognized and derived from Life360 and Tile subscriptions, excluding revenue related to bundled Life360 subscription and hardware offerings, for the reported period divided by the average number of paying subscribers during the same period.
Direct revenue includes subscription and hardware revenue, while indirect revenue consists of all other revenue sources, such as data and partnership, which includes advertising. Subscription Revenue We generate revenue primarily from sales of subscriptions on our platform, including Life360, Jiobit and Tile.
Direct revenue includes subscription and hardware revenue, while indirect revenue consists of all other revenue sources, such as data and partnership, which includes advertising. Subscription Revenue We generate revenue primarily from sales of subscriptions on our platform, including Life360 and Tile.
We grow the number of Paying Circles by increasing our free member base, converting free members to subscribers, and retaining them over time with the provision of high-quality family and safety services.
We grow the number of Paying Circles by increasing our free member base, converting free members to subscribers, and retaining them over time with the provision of high-quality family connectivity and safety services.
Investing Activities For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash used in investing activities was $10.1 million, which primarily related to the Related Party SAFE of $5.0 million, the capitalization of internal use software costs of $3.9 million in accordance with ASC 350-40, Intangibles - Goodwill and Other, Internal-Use Software, and purchases of property and equipment of $1.2 million.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash used in investing activities was $10.1 million, which primarily related to the Related Party SAFE of $5.0 million, the capitalization of internally developed software costs of $3.9 million in accordance with ASC 350-40, Intangibles - Goodwill and Other, Internal-Use Software , and purchases of property and equipment of $1.2 million.
We believe that of our significant accounting policies, which are described in Note 2, "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies" to our consolidated financial statements, the following accounting policies and specific estimates involve a greater degree of judgement and complexity. Revenue Recognition We derive revenue from subscription fees, the sale of hardware tracking devices and accessories, and other revenue.
We believe that of our significant accounting policies, which are described in Note 2, "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies" to our consolidated financial statements, the following accounting policies, and specific estimates involve a greater degree of judgment and complexity. Revenue Recognition We derive revenue from subscription fees, the sale of hardware tracking devices and accessories, and other revenue.
Amounts that have been billed are initially recorded as deferred revenue until the revenue is recognized. Hardware Revenue We generate our hardware revenue from the sale of the Jiobit and Tile hardware tracking devices and related accessories. For hardware and accessories, revenue is recognized at the time products are delivered.
Amounts that have been billed are initially recorded as deferred revenue until the revenue is recognized. Hardware Revenue We generate our hardware revenue from the sale of hardware tracking devices and related accessories. For hardware and accessories, revenue is recognized at the time products are delivered.
Average Revenue per Paying Circle We define Average Revenue per Paying Circle (“ARPPC”) as annualized subscription revenue recognized and derived from the Life360 mobile application, excluding revenue related to bundled Life360 subscription and hardware offerings, for the reported period, divided by the Average Paying Circles during the same period.
Average Revenue per Paying Circle We define ARPPC as annualized subscription revenue recognized and derived from the Life360 mobile application, excluding revenue related to bundled Life360 subscription and hardware offerings, for the reported period, divided by the Average Paying Circles during the same period.
We believe these key performance indicators are useful to investors because they allow for greater transparency with respect to key metrics used by management in its financial and operational decision-making, and they may be used by investors to help analyze the health of our business.
We believe these KPIs are useful to investors because they allow for greater transparency with respect to key metrics used by management in its financial and operational decision-making, and they may be used by investors to help analyze the health of our business.
We pioneered the finding category and we continue to invest in the development of hardware products assessing new and existing technologies with a priority on providing a great member finding experience. Growth in Average Revenue Per Paying Circle .
We pioneered the finding category and we continue to invest in the development of hardware products, assessing new and existing technologies with a priority on providing a great member finding experience. 49 Table of Contents Growth in Average Revenue Per Paying Circle .
Excludes revenue related to bundled Life360 subscription and hardware offerings of $4.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, and $3.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Annualized Monthly Revenue We use Annualized Monthly Revenue (“AMR”) to identify the annualized monthly value of active customer agreements at the end of a reporting period.
(2) Excludes revenue related to bundled Life360 subscription and hardware offerings of $0.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, and $4.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Annualized Monthly Revenue We use Annualized Monthly Revenue (“AMR”) to identify the annualized monthly value of active customer agreements at the end of a reporting period.
Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations The following discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations (MD&A) should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements, related notes and other financial information appearing elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations The following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes appearing elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Commission payments to Channel Partners in connection with annual subscription sales of the Company’s mobile application on third-party store platforms are considered to be incremental and recoverable costs of obtaining a contract with a customer and are deferred and typically amortized over an estimated period of benefit of two to three years depending on the subscription type.
Commission payments to Channel Partners in connection with annual subscription sales of the Company’s mobile application on third-party store platforms are considered to be incremental and recoverable costs of obtaining a contract with a customer and are expensed as incurred or deferred and amortized over an estimated period of benefit of three years depending on the subscription type.
IPO, and $14.6 million of proceeds from the exercise of options and warrants and restricted stock settlements, offset by $34.0 million of taxes paid for the net settlement of equity awards, and $6.3 million in payments related to the U.S. IPO.
Additionally, financing activities also included $14.6 million of proceeds from the exercise of options and warrants and restricted stock settlements, offset by $34.0 million of taxes paid for the net settlement of equity awards, and $6.3 million in payments related to the U.S. IPO.
Other gross margin increased to 89% during the year ended December 31, 2024 from 86% during the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily due to revenue outpacing the increase in costs.
Other gross margin increased to 91% during the year ended December 31, 2025 from 89% during the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily due to revenue outpacing the increase in costs.
We sell hardware tracking devices and accessories through a number of channels including our websites, brick and mortar retail and online retail. 58 Table of Contents Other Revenue Other revenue consists of data and partnership revenue, which includes advertising revenue.
We sell hardware tracking devices and accessories through a number of channels including our website, brick and mortar retail, and online retail. Other Revenue Other revenue consists of data and partnership revenue, which includes advertising revenue.
Other Income (Expense), net Other income (expense), net consists of interest income earned on our cash and cash equivalents balances, foreign currency exchange (losses)/gains related to the remeasurement of certain assets and liabilities of our foreign subsidiaries that are denominated in currencies other than the functional currency of the subsidiary and foreign exchange transactions gains/(losses) and interest expense primarily related to the Convertible Notes, and our U.S.
Other Income (expense), net Other income (expense), net consists of foreign currency exchange gains/(losses) related to the remeasurement of certain assets and liabilities of our foreign subsidiaries that are denominated in currencies other than the functional currency of the subsidiary, foreign exchange transactions gains/(losses), and interest expense primarily related to convertible notes.
We expect to continue to invest in product and marketing, while balancing growth with strong unit economics. As we continue to expand internationally, we may increase our targeted marketing investments. Ability to Attract New and Repeat Purchasers of Our Hardware Tracking Devices.
We accelerate our organic member acquisition with strategic and targeted paid marketing spend. We expect to continue to invest in product and marketing, while balancing growth with strong unit economics. As we continue to expand internationally, we may increase our targeted marketing investments. Ability to Attract New and Repeat Purchasers of Our Hardware Tracking Devices.
The observable price change resulted in a fair value adjustment and gain of $5.4 million recorded for the year ended December 31, 2024. No such gains were recorded for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The observable price change resulted in a fair value adjustment and gain of $5.4 million recorded for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Cost of Hardware Revenue Cost of hardware revenue consists of product costs, including hardware production, contract manufacturers for production, shipping and handling, packaging, fulfillment, personnel-related expenses, manufacturing and equipment depreciation, warehousing, tariff costs, customer support costs, credit card and transaction processing fees, warranty replacement, and write-downs of excess and obsolete inventory.
Cost of Hardware Revenue Cost of hardware revenue consists of product costs, including hardware production, contract manufacturers for production, shipping and handling, packaging, fulfillment, personnel-related expenses, manufacturing and equipment depreciation, warehousing, tariff costs, customer support costs, credit card and transaction processing fees, warranty replacement, write-downs of excess and obsolete inventory, allocated overhead, such as facilities, including rent and utilities, and shared information technology costs.
ASP is largely driven by the price we charge customers, including the price we charge our retail partners, net of customer allowances, and directly to consumers. For the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, the net ASP of a unit was $13.72 and $13.48, respectively, representing a 2% increase year-over-year.
ASP is largely driven by the price we charge customers, including the price we charge our retail partners, net of customer allowances, and directly to consumers. For the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, the net ASP of a unit was $12.25 and $13.72, respectively, representing an 11% decrease year-over-year.
In addition, general and administrative expenses include allocated overhead, outside legal, accounting and other professional fees, change in fair value of contingent consideration for business combinations, and non-income-based taxes. We expect our general and administrative expenses will increase in absolute dollars as our business grows.
In addition, general and administrative expenses include allocated overhead, outside legal, accounting and other professional fees, and non-income-based taxes. We expect general and administrative expenses will increase in absolute dollars as our business grows.
This was primarily due to increases of $11.5 million in personnel-related and stock-based compensation costs, $4.1 million in technology and other expenses, $2.3 million in contractor spend, and $0.3 million in professional and outside services, attributable to Company growth.
This was primarily due to increases of $13.2 million in personnel-related and stock-based compensation costs, $4.1 million in technology and other expenses, and $0.9 million in professional and outside services, all attributable to Company growth.
Actual results could differ significantly from the estimates made by our management. To the extent that there are differences between our estimates and actual results, our future financial statement presentation, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows will be affected.
To the extent that there are differences between our estimates and actual results, our future financial statement presentation, financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows will be affected.
Overview Life360 is a leading technology platform used to locate the people, pets and things that matter most to families. Life360 is creating a new category at the intersection of family, technology, and safety to help keep families connected and safe. Our core offering, the Life360 mobile application, includes features that range from communications to driving safety and location sharing.
Life360 is creating a new category at the intersection of family, technology, and safety to help keep families connected and safe. Our core offering, the Life360 mobile application, includes features that range from communications to driving safety and location sharing.
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, we had approximately 79.6 million and 61.4 million MAUs on the Life360 Platform, respectively, representing an increase of 30% year-over-year. We believe this has been driven by continued strong new member growth and retention.
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, we had approximately 95.8 million and 79.6 million MAU on the Life360 platform, respectively, representing an increase of 20% year-over-year. We believe this has been driven by continued strong new member growth and retention.
IPO transaction costs. 60 Table of Contents Provision for (Benefit from) Income Taxes Provision for (benefit from) income taxes consists of U.S. federal and state income taxes and foreign income taxes in jurisdictions in which we conduct business.
Provision for (Benefit from) Income Taxes Provision for (benefit from) income taxes consists of U.S. federal and state income taxes and foreign income taxes in jurisdictions in which we conduct business.
Average Paying Circles are calculated by adding the number of Paying Circles as of the beginning of the period to the number of Paying Circles as of the end of the period, and then dividing by two. For the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, our ARPPC was $128.00 and $121.09, respectively, representing a 6% increase year-over-year.
Average Paying Circles are calculated by adding the number of Paying Circles as of the beginning of the period to the number of Paying Circles as of the end of the period, and then dividing by two. 60 Table of Contents For the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, our ARPPC was $136.63 and $128.00, respectively, representing a 7% increase year-over-year.
Gross Profit and Gross Profit Margin Our gross profit has been, and may in the future be, influenced by several factors, including timing of capital expenditures and related depreciation expense, increases in infrastructure costs, component costs, contract manufacturing and supplier pricing, and foreign currency exchange rates.
Personnel-related expenses include salaries, bonuses, benefits, and stock-based compensation for operations personnel. Gross Profit and Gross Profit Margin Our gross profit has been, and may in the future be, influenced by several factors, including timing of capital expenditures and related depreciation expense, increases in infrastructure costs, component costs, tariffs, contract manufacturing and supplier pricing, and foreign currency exchange rates.
Personnel-related expenses include salaries, bonuses, benefits, and stock-based compensation for operations personnel. Cost of Other Revenue Cost of other revenue includes cloud-based hosting costs, as well as costs of product operations functions and personnel-related costs associated with our data and advertising platforms. Personnel-related expenses include salaries, bonuses, benefits, and stock-based compensation for operations personnel.
Personnel-related expenses include salaries, bonuses, benefits, and stock-based compensation for operations personnel. 51 Table of Contents Cost of Other Revenue Cost of other revenue includes cloud-based hosting costs, software and technology costs, amortization of acquired intangibles, costs of product operations functions, and personnel-related costs associated with our data and advertising platforms.
Gain on Settlement of Derivative Liability In June 2024, the holders of the July 2021 Convertible Notes converted their notes and accrued interest to common stock and the derivative liability was settled as a result of the conversion. A gain of $1.9 million associated with the settlement of the derivative liability was recorded for the year ended December 31, 2024.
The Company recorded a $0.6 million loss associated with the Convertible Notes fair value adjustment for the year ended December 31, 2024. Derivative Liability Fair Value Adjustment In June 2024, the holders of the July 2021 Convertible Notes converted their notes and accrued interest to common stock and the embedded derivative liability was settled as a result of the conversion.
Derivative Liability Fair Value Adjustment Derivative liability fair value adjustment relates to the change in the fair value of the embedded conversion and redemption features associated with the July 2021 Convertible Notes prior to their conversion to common stock in June 2024.
The September 2021 Convertible Notes were recorded at fair value and revalued at each reporting period prior to their conversion to common stock in April 2024. 52 Table of Contents Derivative Liability Fair Value Adjustment Derivative liability fair value adjustment relates to the change in the fair value of the embedded conversion and redemption features associated with the July 2021 Convertible Notes prior to their conversion to common stock in June 2024.
The primary factors affecting our operating cash flows during this period were our net loss of $4.6 million, impacted by $48.4 million of non-cash adjustments, and $11.2 million of cash used by changes in our operating assets and liabilities.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash provided by operating activities was $32.6 million. The primary factors affecting our operating cash flows were our net loss of $4.6 million, impacted by $48.4 million of non-cash adjustments, and $11.2 million of cash used by changes in our operating assets and liabilities.
We experience seasonality in our member growth, engagement, Paying Circles growth and monetization on our platform. Life360 has historically experienced member and subscription growth in the United States in the third quarter of each calendar year, driven by the back to school period for many of our members.
Life360 has historically experienced member and subscription growth in the U.S. in the third quarter of each calendar year, driven by the back to school period for many of our members.
In addition to historical consolidated financial information, the following discussion contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including but not limited to those discussed in “Risk Factors” and “Forward-Looking Statements” in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
In addition to historical financial information, the following discussion contains forward-looking statements based upon current plans, expectations, and beliefs that involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including but not limited to those discussed in “Item 1A.
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, we had approximately 2.9 million and 2.4 million paid subscribers to services under Life360, Tile, and Jiobit brands, respectively, representing an increase of 19% year-over-year.
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, we had approximately 2.8 million and 2.3 million paid subscribers to services under our Life360 brand, respectively, representing an increase of 26% year-over-year.
Our business model and future success are dependent on the value and reputation of the Life360, Jiobit and Tile brands. Our brand is trusted by approximately 80 million members as of December 31, 2024, and because we know the value of trust is immeasurable, we will continue to work tirelessly to provide useful, reliable, trustworthy and innovative products and services.
Our brand is trusted by approximately 96 million members as of December 31, 2025, and because we know the value of trust is immeasurable, we will continue to work tirelessly to provide useful, reliable, trustworthy, and innovative products and services. Attract, Retain, and Convert Members .
A discussion of our financial condition and results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 compared to the year ended December 31, 2022 is included under “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” within our Form 10-K filed with the SEC on February 29, 2024.
A discussion of our financial condition and results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the year ended December 31, 2023 is included under “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” within our Form 10-K filed with the SEC on February 27, 2025. 48 Table of Contents Overview Life360 is a leading technology platform used to locate the people, pets, and things that matter most to families.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, net cash provided by operating activities was $7.5 million. The primary factors affecting our operating cash flows during this period were our net loss of $28.2 million, impacted by $49.1 million of non-cash charges, and $13.4 million of cash used by changes in our operating assets and liabilities.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, net cash provided by operating activities was $88.6 million. The primary factors affecting our operating cash flows during this period were our net income of $150.8 million, impacted by $47.6 million of non-cash adjustments, and $14.6 million of cash used by changes in our operating assets and liabilities.
Other Income (Expense), Net Other income (expense), net includes transaction costs, interest income, dividend income, foreign exchange losses, and interest expense associated with the July 2021 Convertible Notes. Other income (expense), net decreased $4.4 million, or 137%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
IPO transaction costs, foreign exchange gains and losses, and interest expense associated with the July 2021 Convertible Notes and the convertible notes issued to investors in June 2025 (the “June 2025 Convertible Notes”). Other income (expense), net increased $6.7 million, or 93%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2024.
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, we had deferred revenue of $45.2 million and $35.8 million, respectively, of which $39.9 million and $33.9 million is expected to be recorded as revenue in the next 12 months, respectively, provided all other revenue recognition criteria have been met. 68 Table of Contents For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash provided by operating activities was $32.6 million.
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, we had deferred revenue of $50.7 million and $45.2 million, respectively, of which $46.4 million and $39.9 million is expected to be recorded as revenue in the next 12 months, respectively, provided all other revenue recognition criteria have been met.
A loss of $0.4 million associated with the settlement of the Convertible Notes was recorded for the year ended December 31, 2024. There were no such transactions during the year ended December 31, 2023.
The Company recorded a $0.4 million loss associated with the settlement of the July 2021 Convertible Notes and the September 2021 Convertible Notes for the year ended December 31, 2024.
We maintain a full valuation allowance on our federal and state deferred tax assets as we have concluded that it is not more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will be realized. 65 Table of Contents Key Performance Indicators We review several operating metrics, including the following key performance indicators, to evaluate our business, measure our performance, identify trends affecting our business, develop financial forecasts and make strategic decisions.
We continue to maintain a valuation allowance against these deferred tax assets as they have not met the “more likely than not” realization criterion. Key Performance Indicators We review several operating metrics, including the following KPIs, to evaluate our business, measure our performance, identify trends affecting our business, develop financial forecasts, and make strategic decisions.
Any change in judgments with respect to these assumptions and estimates could impact the timing or amount of revenue recognition. Recent Accounting Pronouncements See Note 2, "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies" to our consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of Part II hereof for a discussion of recent accounting pronouncements. 70 Table of Contents
Recent Accounting Pronouncements See Note 2, "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies" to our consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of Part II hereof for a discussion of recent accounting pronouncements. 64 Table of Contents
A discussion of our financial condition and results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to the year ended December 31, 2023 is presented below.
Risk Factors” and “Forward-Looking Statements” in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. A discussion of our financial condition and results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to the year ended December 31, 2024 is presented below.
Our cash flow activities were as follows for the periods presented (in thousands): Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities $ 32,612 $ 7,524 $ (57,055) Net cash used in investing activities (10,132) (2,221) (111,634) Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 67,266 (24,955) 27,709 Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash $ 89,746 $ (19,652) $ (140,980) Operating Activities Our largest source of operating cash is cash collection from our paying members for subscriptions to our platform and hardware device sales.
Our cash flow activities were as follows for the periods presented (in thousands): Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 2023 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 88,630 $ 32,612 $ 7,524 Net cash used in investing activities (35,333) (10,132) (2,221) Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 282,072 67,266 (24,955) Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash $ 335,369 $ 89,746 $ (19,652) Operating Activities Our primary sources of operating cash are cash collections from our paying members for subscriptions to our platform, hardware tracking device sales, partnership revenue, which includes advertising, and revenue generated from the sale of aggregated, non-personally identifiable data for data insight purposes.
As of December 31, 2024, we had approximately 455 full-time employees and approximately 114 contractors. Our core values are aimed at simplifying safety for families and we believe there are people who want to work at a values-driven company like Life360. We believe that our ability to recruit talent is aided by our reputation. Seasonality .
Our business relies on the ability to attract and retain talent, including engineers, data scientists, designers and software developers. As of December 31, 2025, we had approximately 547 full-time employees and approximately 95 contractors. Our core values are aimed at simplifying safety for families and we believe there are people who want to work at a values-driven company like Life360.
AMR as of December 31, 2024, and 2023 was $367.6 million and $274.1 million, respectively, representing an increase of 34% year-over-year. Monthly Active Users We have a large and growing global member base as of December 31, 2024.
AMR as of December 31, 2025, and 2024 was $478.0 million and $367.6 million, respectively, representing an increase of 30% year-over-year, which is largely attributable to continued subscriber growth as well as an increase in other recurring revenue. Monthly Active Users We have a large and growing global member base as of December 31, 2025.
There were no such transactions during the year ended December 31, 2023. Gain on Change in Fair Value of Investments In July 2024, an observable price change related to our investment in a warrant held to purchase shares of preferred stock of a data revenue partner took place.
As a result, a $0.3 million loss related to the revaluation of the Convertible Note Investment was recognized during the year ended December 31, 2025. In July 2024, an observable price change related to our investment in a warrant held to purchase shares of preferred stock of a data revenue partner took place.
This was primarily due to increases of $10.2 million in commissions to Channel Partners, which was inline with the 19% growth in subscriptions, $6.6 million in other marketing spend, $1.6 million in personnel-related and stock-based compensation costs, $0.7 million in technology and other expenses, and $0.4 million in professional and outside services, attributable to Company growth.
This was primarily due to increases of $12.2 million in personnel-related and stock-based compensation costs, $1.0 million in technology expenses, and $0.7 million in insurance and other costs, all attributable to Company growth.
The preparation of consolidated financial statements also requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues, costs and expenses and related disclosures. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances.
Critical Accounting Policies and Significant Management Estimates We prepare our consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP. The preparation of consolidated financial statements also requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues, costs and expenses, and related disclosures.
For example, our acquisition of Tile gave our members the ability to seamlessly leverage Bluetooth wireless technology enabled smart trackers, which can equip nearly any item—such as wallets, keys or remotes—with location-based finding technology. Likewise, our acquisition of Jiobit enabled subscribers to track family members and pets wearing Jiobit devices via GPS-enabled trackers on the Jiobit app.
We are continually evaluating new product offerings that are aligned with our core competencies and the needs of families across the life stage continuum. For example, our acquisition of Tile gave our members the ability to seamlessly leverage Bluetooth wireless technology enabled smart trackers, which can equip nearly any item—such as wallets, keys or remotes—with location-based finding technology.
Cost of other revenue increased by $0.6 million, or 16%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, due to an increase of $0.3 million in technology related expenses to support the existing customer base and $0.3 million in other costs associated with the growth in partnership revenue, which includes advertising revenue.
Cost of other revenue increased by $2.4 million, or 59%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2024, due to an increase of $2.4 million in technology and other related expenses.
Attract, Retain and Convert Members . Our business model is based on attracting new members to our platform, converting free members to subscribers, and retaining and expanding subscriptions over time.
Our business model is based on attracting new members to our platform, converting free members to subscribers, and retaining and expanding subscriptions over time. Our continued success depends in part on our ability to offer compelling new products and features to our members, and to continue providing a quality user experience to convert and retain paying subscribers.
This information should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The results of historical periods are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations for any future period.
We have derived this data from our consolidated financial statements included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. This information should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
As the majority of revenue is generated within the United States, our seasonality primarily relates to U.S. events. Accordingly, an unexpected decrease in sales over those traditionally high-volume selling periods may impact our revenue, result in surplus inventory and could have a disproportionate effect on our operating results for the entire fiscal year.
Accordingly, an unexpected decrease in sales over those traditionally high-volume selling periods may impact our revenue, result in surplus inventory, and could have a disproportionate effect on our operating results for the entire fiscal year. Seasonality in our business can also be affected by introductions of new or enhanced products and services, including the costs associated with such introductions.
Research and Development Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 $ % Research and development $ 113,071 $ 100,965 $ 12,106 12 % Research and development expenses increased $12.1 million, or 12%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
Research and Development Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands, except percentages) 2025 2024 $ % Research and development $ 128,409 $ 113,071 $ 15,338 14 % Research and development expenses increased $15.3 million, or 14%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2024.
Sales and Marketing Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 $ % Sales and marketing $ 113,350 $ 99,072 $ 14,278 14 % Sales and marketing expenses increased $14.3 million, or 14%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
Sales and Marketing Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands, except percentages) 2025 2024 $ % Sales and marketing $ 154,963 $ 113,350 $ 41,613 37 % Sales and marketing expenses increased $41.6 million, or 37%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2024.
We believe our existing cash and cash equivalents and cash provided by sales of our subscriptions and hardware devices will be sufficient to support working capital and capital expenditure requirements for at least the next 12 months.
We believe our existing cash and cash equivalents, together with cash generated from subscriptions, hardware tracking devices, partnerships, including through the placement of ads within our platform, and the sale of aggregated, non-personally identifiable data for data insight purposes will be sufficient to support working capital and capital expenditure requirements for at least the next 12 months.
Information regarding our non-cancellable lease and other purchase commitments as of December 31, 2024, can be found in Note 7, "Balance Sheet Components" and Note 10, "Commitments and Contingencies" to our consolidated financial statements. 69 Table of Contents Critical Accounting Policies and Significant Management Estimates We prepare our consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Obligations and Other Commitments Our principal commitments consist of obligations under our operating leases for office space, and other purchase commitments. Information regarding our non-cancellable lease and other purchase commitments as of December 31, 2025, can be found in Note 7, "Balance Sheet Components" and Note 10, "Commitments and Contingencies" to our consolidated financial statements.
We generate partnership revenue through agreements with third parties which grant them access to anonymized data insights or advertising on the Company’s mobile platform. Cost of Revenue and Gross Margin Cost of Subscription Revenue Cost of subscription revenue primarily consists of expenses related to hosting our services and providing support to our free and paying subscribers.
We generate partnership revenue through agreements with third parties which grant them access to anonymized data insights or advertising on the Company’s mobile platform, and through the recognition of revenue related to a warrant to purchase common stock of a related party (“Related Party Warrant”).
Hardware sales have historically experienced comparatively higher seasonal growth in the fourth quarter of each calendar year, which includes the important selling periods in November (Black Friday and Cyber Monday) and December (Christmas and Hanukkah) in large part due to seasonal holiday demand.
Hardware sales have historically experienced comparatively higher seasonal growth in the fourth quarter of each calendar year, which includes the important selling periods in November and December largely driven by holiday demand. As the majority of revenue is generated within the U.S., our seasonality primarily relates to U.S. events.
We continue to develop new monetization features leveraging our core technologies to offer additional services, expand into more stages of families and enter new verticals to increase adoption. Many factors will affect the ARPPC including the number of Paying Circles, mix of monetization offerings on our platform, as well as demographic shifts and geographic differences across these variables.
We continue to develop new monetization features leveraging our core technologies to offer additional services, expand into more stages of families and enter new verticals to increase adoption.
Our investment in developing effective services and devices creates an efficient member acquisition model which drives strong unit economics. Our member acquisition model is complemented by our word-of-mouth and freemium models. We accelerate our organic member acquisition with strategic and targeted paid marketing spend.
We will also seek to increase brand awareness and customer adoption of our platform through various programs and digital and broad-scale advertising. Maintaining Efficient Member Acquisition . Our investment in developing effective services and devices creates an efficient member acquisition model which drives strong unit economics. Our member acquisition model is complemented by our word-of-mouth and freemium models.
Each subscription covers all members in the payor’s Circle so everyone in the Circle can utilize the benefits of a Life360 Membership, including access to premium location, driving, digital and emergency safety insights and services. 66 Table of Contents As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, we had approximately 2.3 million and 1.8 million paid subscribers to services under our Life360 brand, respectively, representing an increase of 25% year-over-year.
Each subscription covers all members in the payor’s Circle so everyone in the Circle can utilize the benefits of a Life360 membership, including access to premium location, driving, digital and emergency safety insights and services.
Provision for (Benefit from) Income Taxes An income tax benefit of $0.1 million and an income tax provision of $0.6 million was recorded for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Provision for (Benefit from) Income Taxes We recognized an income tax benefit of $118.2 million during the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to an income tax benefit of $0.1 million during the year ended December 31, 2024.
Seasonality in our business can also be affected by introductions of new or enhanced products and services, including the costs associated with such introductions. International Expansion . We believe our global opportunity is significant, and to address this opportunity, we intend to continue to invest in sales and marketing efforts and infrastructure and personnel to support our international expansion.
International Expansion . We believe our global opportunity is significant, and to address this opportunity, we intend to continue to invest in sales and marketing efforts, infrastructure, and personnel to support our international expansion. Our growth will depend in part on the adoption and sales of our products and services in international markets. Growth and Monetization of Advertising Offerings .
The cash used by changes in our operating assets and liabilities was primarily due to an increase in accounts receivable, net, an increase in costs capitalized to obtain contracts with customers, and an increase in inventory. These amounts were partially offset by an increase in deferred revenue, and an increase in accrued expenses and other liabilities.
The non-cash adjustments primarily consisted of stock-based compensation expense, depreciation and amortization, and gain on the change in fair value of investment. The cash used by changes in our operating assets and liabilities was primarily due to an increase in accounts receivable, net, an increase in costs capitalized to obtain contracts with customers, and an increase in inventory.
General and Administrative Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 $ % General and administrative $ 60,712 $ 52,583 $ 8,129 15 % 64 Table of Contents General and administrative expense increased $8.1 million, or 15%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
General and Administrative Year Ended December 31, Change (in thousands, except percentages) 2025 2024 $ % General and administrative $ 78,644 $ 60,712 $ 17,932 30 % 57 Table of Contents General and administrative expenses increased $17.9 million, or 30%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2024.
Key Operating Metrics As of and for the year ended December 31, 2024 2023 % Change (in millions, except ARPPC, ARPPS and ASP) AMR $ 367.6 $ 274.1 34 % MAUs 79.6 61.4 30 % Paying Circles 2.3 1.8 25 % ARPPC 1 $ 128.00 $ 121.09 6 % Subscriptions 2.9 2.4 19 % ARPPS 1 $ 106.16 $ 99.53 7 % Net hardware units shipped 3.9 4.0 (4) % ASP 2 $ 13.72 $ 13.48 2 % 1.
Please refer to “Results of Operations” for additional metrics management reviews in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements. 59 Table of Contents Key Operating Metrics As of and for the year ended December 31, 2025 2024 % Change (in millions, except ARPPC, ARPPS and ASP) AMR $ 478.0 $ 367.6 30 % MAU 95.8 79.6 20 % Paying Circles 2.8 2.3 26 % ARPPC 1 $ 136.63 $ 128.00 7 % Subscriptions 3.4 2.9 17 % ARPPS 1 $ 118.17 $ 106.16 11 % Net hardware units shipped 4.2 3.9 7 % ASP 2 $ 12.25 $ 13.72 (11) % (1) Excludes revenue related to bundled Life360 subscription and hardware offerings of $(0.8) million for the year ended December 31, 2025, and $(4.6) million for the year ended December 31, 2024.
The positive impacts seen from the price increases were partially offset by an increase in international subscribers, which overall, have subscriptions priced at lower prices. 67 Table of Contents Net Hardware Units Shipped Net hardware units shipped represents the number of tracking devices sold during a period, excluding certain hardware units related to bundled Life360 subscription and hardware offerings, net of returns by our retail partners and directly to consumers.
Net Hardware Units Shipped Net hardware units shipped represents the number of tracking devices sold during a period, excluding certain hardware units related to bundled Life360 subscription and hardware offerings, net of returns by our retail partners and directly to consumers. Selling units contributes to hardware revenue and ultimately increases the number of members eligible for a subscription.
Financing Activities For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash provided by financing activities was $67.3 million, which primarily related to net proceeds of $93.0 million after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions from our U.S.
This was primarily related to net proceeds of $93.0 million after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions from our U.S. IPO, which closed on June 6, 2024 and involved the sale of 3,703,704 shares of common stock.
We sell subscriptions to our platform through arrangements that are generally monthly to annual in length. Our arrangements are generally non-cancellable and non-refundable. Our subscription arrangements do not provide customers with the right to take possession of the software supporting the platform and, as a result, are accounted for as service arrangements.
We sell subscriptions to our platform through arrangements that are generally monthly to annual in length. Our arrangements are generally non-cancellable and non-refundable.
Hardware gross margin decreased to 18% during the year ended December 31, 2024 from 19% during the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily due to an increase in freight costs associated with the shift in channel mix, a decrease in units sold, and an increase in fixed hardware costs in line with Company growth.
The increases were partially offset by decreases of $1.7 million in freight costs and $1.2 million in fulfillment costs, both related to a shift in channel mix. Hardware gross margin decreased to 1% during the year ended December 31, 2025 from 18% during the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily due to an increase in discounts and tariff costs.
Subscriptions We define Subscriptions as the number of paying subscribers associated with the Life360, Tile and Jiobit brands who have been billed as of the end of the period.
Subscriptions We define subscriptions as the number of paying subscribers associated with the Life360 and Tile brands who have been billed as of the end of the period. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, we had approximately 3.4 million and 2.9 million paid subscribers to services under Life360 and Tile brands, respectively, representing an increase of 17% year-over-year.
While most of our sales arrangements contain standard terms and conditions, certain arrangements contain non-standard terms and conditions and include promises to transfer multiple goods or services.
Our subscription arrangements do not provide customers with the right to take possession of the software supporting the platform and, as a result, are accounted for as service arrangements. 63 Table of Contents While most of our sales arrangements contain standard terms and conditions, certain arrangements contain non-standard terms and conditions and include promises to transfer multiple goods or services.
The decrease was primarily driven by a $5.6 million increase in transaction costs incurred in connection with our U.S. IPO and $2.1 million increase due to unfavorable changes in the impact of currency revaluation.
This was primarily driven by a $5.6 million decrease in transaction costs incurred in the prior period in connection with our U.S. IPO, a $1.9 million increase in foreign exchange gains, and a $0.3 million decrease in other costs. This was partially offset by a $1.1 million increase in interest expense related to the June 2025 Convertible Notes.
We intend to continue to invest in research and development to bring new customer experiences and devices to market and expand our platform capabilities. 59 Table of Contents Sales and Marketing Our sales and marketing expenses consist primarily of commissions to the Company’s third-party platforms (each a “Channel Partner”), personnel-related costs, brand marketing costs, lead generation costs, sales incentives, sponsorships and amortization of acquired intangibles, and bad debt expense.
Sales and Marketing Our sales and marketing expenses consist primarily of commissions to the Company’s Channel Partners, personnel-related costs, brand marketing costs, lead generation costs, sales incentives, sponsorships, amortization of acquired intangibles, bad debt expense, and allocated overhead.
ARPPS for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 was $106.16 and $99.53, respectively, representing an increase of 7% year-over-year. ARPPS has increased year over year as a result of the growth in subscriptions following price increases for existing U.S.
ARPPS for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 was $118.17 and $106.16, respectively, representing an increase of 11% year-over-year.