Club Penguin Fact Sheet

In March 2005, the founders of Club Penguin set out to create an ad-free, virtual world where children could play games, have fun and interact. As Internet specialists and parents, they wanted Club Penguin to be a place they'd feel comfortable letting their own children and grandchildren visit.

After months of consultation, research and testing, Club Penguin opened to the public in October 2005. Thanks to great reviews from players and parents, word quickly spread. Club Penguin launched on Miniclip, the world's largest online game site in March 2006, and rapidly became Miniclip's number one game.

In August 2007, Club Penguin joined the Walt Disney Company in a partnership designed to provide access to unprecedented resources and unique development opportunities.

Club Penguin is privileged to be part of the Walt Disney Company, which shares its unwavering commitment to creating a fun and safe online entertainment experience for children and families.

Club Penguin is passionate about community engagement works hard to foster a culture of giving, both in the virtual world of Club Penguin and within the company.

Club Penguin is headquartered in the beautiful city of Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada and also maintains an office and staff in Brighton, England.