Especial is a payment institution authorized by the Central Bank of Brazil, specializing in creating and providing the technological infrastructure for Open Finance. The company's mission is to empower other businesses—from fintechs and banks to e-commerce platforms—to develop innovative financial products and services. By offering a robust suite of APIs, Especial enables functionalities like payment initiation (Pix), financial data aggregation, and account management, effectively acting as the foundational layer for companies looking to leverage the Open Finance ecosystem in Brazil.

Founded in

Brazil