# Alively

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Mateo, US
- Website: www.alive.ly
- Total disclosed funding: $0.8M
- Latest round: Seed (Aug 23, 2016)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Alively, Inc. is a domain services company that enhances brand visibility and online presence through unique domain name offerings and branding tools, catering to businesses seeking distinct digital identities.Founded in 2016 in San Mateo, US, Alively, Inc. specializes in domain-related services. The company raised USD 0.8 million in Seed funding on August 23, 2016, with investments from Greylock Partners and SV Angel. The founder, Shelly Robinson, has a history in the tech industry, although no other companies were mentioned in relation to her.Alively specializes in a comprehensive suite of domain-related services designed to enhance brand visibility and online presence. Core offerings include a marketplace for expert-curated domain names with modern extensions like .ai, .io, and .xyz. They also provide tools for naming and branding, including AI-powered name generators, logo design services, and trademark protection. Their clientele ranges from startups to established businesses across North America, Europe, and Asia, addressing challenges in securing effective digital identities.The revenue of Alively is primarily driven by transactions within their domain marketplace, where businesses can purchase or bid on unique domain names. Revenue also comes from ancillary services, such as naming contests and trademark services, offered on a one-time payment or subscription basis. Their pricing strategy reflects the premium nature of the digital assets provided, although specific prices are not disclosed.Alively plans to utilize the recent Seed funding of USD 0.8 million to enhance its product offerings and expand its market reach. The company aims to launch new tools and services in the coming year, focusing on improving the branding process for clients. Additionally, they are targeting expansion into emerging tech markets in Asia and Europe, aiming to establish a stronger presence in these regions by 2023.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Aug 23, 2016, $0.8M — Greylock Partners, SV Angel

## Investors

- Greylock Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/greylock-partners) — Seed
- SV Angel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sv-angel) — Seed