# 500videos

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/500videos

- Industry: Marketing/Advertising
- Headquarters: Seoul, South Korea
- Website: www.500videos.com
- Total disclosed funding: $0.8M
- Latest round: Seed (May 1, 2014)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

500videos offers innovative digital solutions that enhance online presence for businesses through website building tools, domain registration, and customizable templates to engage target audiences effectively.500videos is a company founded in 2014 in Seoul, South Korea, focusing on creating digital solutions for businesses. The company was established by Hyesun Ahn and has undergone no significant pivots since inception. Ho Yang serves as the current CEO. In May 2014, 500videos raised USD 0.75 mn in Seed funding from Big Basin Capital and BonAngels Venture Partners, marking a total amount raised of USD 0.75 mn through this round.The company primarily focuses on providing a comprehensive suite of digital solutions designed to enhance online presence and visibility for businesses. Their core offerings include website building tools, domain registration services, and a variety of customizable templates that cater to diverse industry needs. These products enable users—ranging from small businesses to larger enterprises—to create tailored websites that effectively engage their target audiences. The services are geared towards addressing challenges such as establishing brand identity, improving customer interaction, and enhancing online sales capabilities. The products are marketed globally, with significant penetration in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, serving a wide array of sectors including retail, hospitality, and professional services.The company's revenue model is primarily centered around subscription-based services, allowing clients to access various tiered offerings based on their needs. Clients can choose from different subscription plans, which may include features like additional storage, premium support, and advanced analytics tools. In a typical transaction, a small business might subscribe to a basic website plan, paying a monthly fee that grants access to a set of standard features, while larger organizations may opt for custom plans that include enhanced functionalities and services. Flagship products within their offerings drive revenue, emphasizing the importance of these tools in facilitating successful online operations. The business structure emphasizes direct-to-consumer transactions, ensuring a seamless experience for users seeking to establish or expand their digital footprint.Following the Seed financing in May 2014, 500videos plans to utilize these funds to further develop its product line and enhance its market presence. The company is designing new website features aimed at improving user engagement and functionality, with anticipated rollout by late 2014. Additionally, there are plans for expansion into new geographic markets, specifically targeting Southeast Asia and Europe by 2015, to increase its user base and market penetration.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, May 1, 2014, $0.8M — BonAngels Venture Partners, Big Basin Capital

## Investors

- BonAngels Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bonangels-venture-partners) — Seed
- Big Basin Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/big-basin-capital) — Seed