# Peanut

## At a glance

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Category | Travel Insurance Technology |
| Type | Solutions Provider |
| Stage | Acquired |

## Overview

Peanut is a free Google Chrome extension that helps travelers make informed booking decisions by surfacing real-time travel intelligence directly within popular travel booking sites. Created during the COVID-19 pandemic by Brady Simpson, Alex Lakas, and a team of alumni from Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google, Peanut was acquired by Insured Nomads in June 2022.

The extension integrates destination-specific insurance requirements into the travel booking workflow, alerting travelers when their destination mandates travel insurance and connecting them directly with Insured Nomads coverage options.

## Links

- Website: <https://www.trypeanut.com>
- Directory profile: <https://insurtechlist.com/companies/peanut/>

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*Last updated: 2026\-05\-17*