Founded in 2016, dLocal is a technology-first payments platform designed to handle mass online payments in emerging markets. The company provides a single direct API that allows global companies to accept local payment methods (such as local cards, bank transfers, and e-wallets), issue mass payouts, and settle funds globally. Its mission is to bridge the payments innovation gap that separates developed countries from emerging economies, enabling merchants to expand their reach without needing to set up local entities or manage complex cross-border payment flows.