Swiggy was founded in 2014 in Bengaluru and has since expanded to become India's largest food delivery platform. It operates an online food ordering and delivery service, connecting customers to restaurants. Swiggy uses a commission-based business model, earning revenue primarily from fees charged to restaurant partners. It has raised $465 million from investors like Naspers and DST Global, achieving a valuation of $1.3 billion. Swiggy competes against other food delivery platforms like Zomato, Foodpanda, and UberEats and utilizes marketing strategies such as social media campaigns, influencer marketing, and ads to promote its brand and platform.