# Apropose

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Mountain View, US
- Website: www.apropose.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.9M
- Latest round: Seed (Sep 11, 2014)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Apropose is a domain name acquisition platform that connects businesses and individuals with unique digital identifiers, enhancing their online presence through streamlined domain valuation and purchase services.Founded in 2013 in Mountain View, US, Apropose specializes in domain name transactions, offering a user-friendly platform for clients. The company has secured USD 1.88 mn in total funding, with its latest Seed round completed on September 11, 2014, co-led by notable investors Andreessen Horowitz and New Enterprise Associates.Apropose.com specializes in the acquisition and sale of domain names, providing a platform for businesses and individuals seeking to establish or enhance their online presence. Their core offerings focus on facilitating the process of obtaining domain valuations, enabling clients to understand the market value of desired domain names. This service caters to a diverse clientele, including small businesses, startups, and established enterprises looking to secure unique digital identifiers that resonate with their brand identity. The company serves customers in North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on tech-savvy individuals and organizations that recognize the importance of a strong online presence. The services offered by Apropose.com have evolved in response to the growing demand for premium domain names, which have become integral to online branding and marketing strategies.Revenue generation for Apropose.com is primarily derived from domain name transactions, wherein clients submit requests for price quotations on specific domains. The transaction structure is predominantly B2B, as businesses and individuals engage directly with the company to negotiate purchases. Clients typically receive a price estimate within 24 business hours after submitting their inquiry, indicating a streamlined process that enhances customer engagement. The pricing model may vary based on the exclusivity and market demand of the domain names, allowing for flexibility in negotiations. Flagship services include premium domain valuations and sales consultations, which are integral to the company’s revenue stream, directly linking customer inquiries to successful transactions.In September 2014, Apropose received USD 1.875 mn in Seed financing co-led by New Enterprise Associates and Andreessen Horowitz, which will be utilized to expand its service offerings and enhance platform capabilities. The company plans to introduce new features aimed at improving customer experience and is targeting international markets, including Europe and Asia, for expansion by 2025.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Sep 11, 2014, $1.9M — New Enterprise Associates, Andreessen Horowitz

## Investors

- New Enterprise Associates (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/new-enterprise-associates) — Seed
- Andreessen Horowitz (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/andreessen-horowitz) — Seed