The Token Company builds LLM input compression middleware powered by fast machine learning models. Its API removes redundant tokens from prompts to reduce costs and latency while improving model output quality, compressing 100k tokens in under 100ms. The company positions itself as a neutral efficiency layer that works across multiple LLM providers. The Token Company is part of Y Combinator's Winter 2026 batch.
The Token Company
ActiveCompression middleware that improves LLM outputs
Total raised
$500K
1 round
Stage
Seed
Jan 2026
Team
1-10
since 2026
Pricing
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Founded
2026
San Francisco, United States
Agent-ready
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LLM input compression middleware
Removes redundant tokens from prompts
Powered by fast machine learning models
Reduces LLM cost and latency
Aims to improve model output quality
Compresses 100k tokens in under 100ms
Neutral efficiency layer that works across multiple LLM providers
Part of Y Combinator's Winter 2026 batch
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Early
MCP server
Public API
Webhooks
OAuth 2.0
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No public agent surfaces detected yet.
Jan 2026 Seed $500K ● Y Combinator
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$500K raised ·1 backer·10 network links
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- What does The Token Company do?
- It builds LLM input compression middleware that removes redundant tokens from prompts to cut cost and latency while aiming to improve output quality.
- How fast is the compression?
- The company says its API can compress 100k tokens in under 100ms, using fast machine learning models so the added overhead is minimal.
- Does it work with multiple LLM providers?
- Yes, it positions itself as a neutral efficiency layer that works across multiple LLM providers rather than being tied to a single vendor.
- Is The Token Company an established product?
- It is an early-stage company and part of Y Combinator's Winter 2026 batch.
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