Our History - UOL
For three decades ago, we have been the largest Brazilian content, service and product company on the internet. Nine out of ten Internet users access UOL every month, its homepage receives more than 114 million unique visitors per month.
The constant search for innovation and the credibility that we have gained throughout this history guided us here. And they will continue to guide us for years to come.
Get to know more about our history on this page.
Universo Online is going airs, with chat service, daily edition of Folha de S. Paulo, Folha files with about 250 thousand texts, The New York Times articles (translated into Portuguese), Folha da Tarde and Popular News, Classifieds, Tours and Saúde and IstoÉ magazines. The UOL logo appears for the first time.
TV UOL was the first TV made especially for the Internet in Brazil. It was a pioneer in the transmission of live content, in the interconnection with open TV, in the interactivity and in the construction of a large collection of videos on demand.
The UOL wap service has enabled mobile users to access UOL's rich content anytime, anywhere.
The homepage was prepared and published at the same day and UOL was the only news site in the country that was not down.
We made history and exclusively transmitted the friendly match of the Brazilian soccer team to subscribers, directly from Barcelona. It was the first time that the Brazilian team, four times world champion, had a game transmitted via the internet.
UOL Antivirus is a digital security product that offers protection against viruses and hackers for computers, notebooks and smartphones. It also provides protection against loss or theft of cell phones and tablets, by remotely tracking and locking the device.
We were acknowledged by the importance of our content through one of the most respected awards in Brazil.
To meet a growing e-commerce market, PagSeguro, the Brazilian leader in online payment means, emerges. Consumers start buying and selling over the internet in a secure, reliable and affordable way.
We have promoted the digital inclusion of thousands of companies and facilitated online entrepreneurship, offering hosting platform, e-commerce, cloud computing and services aimed at digital businesses.
Launched in 2008, UOL Technical Assistance is a service of remote assistance (virtual and telephone visit) and presence (technical visit) to configure, optimize and solve doubts and problems related to computers, notebooks, tablets, smartphones and other electronics such as modem, router, webcam and peripherals.
UOL and Folha promoted the first presidential debate for the internet in the country's history. At that time, more than 1.4 million people watched the event online in 127 different countries.
UOL EdTech offers online learning solutions to meet the challenges and needs of all stages of people's lives, providing growth, development and skills development in a wide range of areas of expertise. In addition, it is the official and exclusive recruitment and training platform of FIFA and IOC and a leader in corporate education.
UOL hit view records during the counting of votes in one of Brazil's most disputed elections.
TAB is UOL's answer to our audience's need to consume quality content in creative, engaging and interactive formats. Every Monday, the audience has free access to a new TAB report.
With the aim of contributing to the digital inclusion of entrepreneurs and boosting the economy, PagSeguro launches Moderninha, allowing small retailers, freelancers and professionals to increase their income by accepting debit, credit and meal cards.
The UOL homepage got its biggest audience on Wednesday, March 16. There were 6.8 million unique users and more than 54.9 million overnight shipments during the day.
PagSeguro expands its portfolio and launches Minizinha, which works when connected to the mobile or tablet through Bluetooth technology. With no monthly or sign-up fees, Minizinha is an easy and affordable solution for those who are starting a business and don’t want to lose any sale.
The Caboré awards honors the main vehicles and professionals who contributed to the development of the communication industry and it’s the most important award of Brazilian advertising. The award was a way to wrap up this year full of news for UOL.
PagSeguro launches Moderninha Smart, the no monthly Android™ system machine, that already comes with a free Digital Account to pay, transfer money, take out a loan, top up a smartphone and withdraw at Banco24Horas. Moderninha Smart has 4G, Wifi and Bluetooth connection.
UOL has been a reference in content for Brazilians for over 20 years and continues to grow in audience and reach. In 2019, in addition to launching the ECOA content platforms, with a focus on purposeful journalism, START, which covers the universe, of games and eSports, Tilt, the technology platform, and also MOV, UOL’s video producer, we reached the marks 107 million unique users we become leaders among the largest content producers in the country.
After consolidating itself as the largest payment company in Brazil, PagSeguro launched PagBank, a 100% digital, fee-free bank that offers different account formats, as well as solutions for online or face-to-face payments. The lance account, as it is known by the Brazilians, receives more than the economy and comes with an international card without annual fee.
UOL’s streaming platform brings together movies, series, live TV channels, sports, cartoons, and original content. It is a subscription service that offers entertainment and information without the need for a cable TV device.
Edge UOL is born from the spin-off of Compass UOL's IT infrastructure business, com for the purpose of delivering differentiated technology services, Edge UOL offers a unique hybrid experience connecting technology and workloads from and to anywhere, with ultralow latency, performance, and resilience. In its portfolio has Edge Computing, Virtualization and 5G Cloud Connect, adding experience and automation in the management of IT services and cybersecurity.
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As one of the biggest digital banks in Brazil and being well-established as one of the most profitable fintechs of its industry, PagBank PagSeguro decided, in 2023, to combine all of its payment solutions and financial services into one brand: PagBank. This is another step to strengthen the company’s position as a digital, simple, solid, complete bank, offering banking and payment solutions for both consumers and sellers, with the purpose of making people and businesses’ lives easier.
In 2023, Compass UOL strengthened its presence in the global technology consulting and digital innovation market through the acquisition of five national and international companies—Avenue Code, Edgy, Everymind, Invillia, and WEBJUMP—all highly specialized across different service verticals and sectors. This strategic expansion broadens the company’s solutions portfolio, reinforces key partnerships, and accelerates its competitiveness on a global scale.
AI/R is a global technology ecosystem that brings together companies and talent specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, software engineering, and digital transformation. Founded in 2024 through the integration of brands such as Avenue Code, Compass UOL, Edgy, Everymind, Invillia, Synsig, and Webjump, AI/R develops digital platforms and solutions to transform businesses, drive innovation, and create opportunities that improve lives by combining disruptive technologies with human development.
With a lineup of journalism, sports, and entertainment available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Canal UOL offers more than 40 shows hosted by some of the country’s most influential voices.
For the first time, UOL Play streams seven out of eight matches in each round of the tournament, while Canal UOL on TV and the homepage show one match per round, totaling 35 games with its own commentary.
The festival attracts 35,000 people and delivers a diverse musical experience featuring pop, axé, sertanejo, pagode, and electronic music. Over 12 hours of entertainment, with a special stage for DJs, plenty of live content produced by UOL, and brand activations.
