# Bottos

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Shanghai, China
- Website: www.bottos.org
- Latest round: Series A (Jan 16, 2018)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Bottos specializes in providing premium domain names, focusing on facilitating a straightforward and secure acquisition process for individuals and businesses seeking to enhance their online presence through distinctive domain identities.Bottos operates primarily in the domain name market, offering premium domains for sale. The company was founded in 2016 in Shanghai, China. Bottos has raised a total of CNY 8.770 mn through an Angel funding round in January 2018, with a total of 2 deals involving investors. The firm remains a standalone entity without any known subsidiaries or parent companies.Bottos.org primarily offers premium domain names for sale, focusing on making the acquisition process straightforward and secure for buyers. Their core service revolves around the sale of the domain bottos.org, available for a one-time purchase price of CNY 4,911 or through a lease-to-own option at CNY 226 per month. This service targets a diverse customer base that includes individual entrepreneurs, small to medium-sized enterprises, and larger corporations looking to enhance their online presence through a distinctive domain name. The firm operates in various geographical markets, catering to clients primarily in North America and parts of Europe, ensuring that transactions are facilitated in local currencies and supported by secure payment systems. By providing transaction support and a hassle-free purchasing experience, Bottos.org addresses the needs of users seeking reliable and premium online identities.Bottos.org generates revenue through the direct sale and leasing of domain names, specifically through structured pricing plans that include both a full purchase option and a lease-to-own model. Clients can purchase the domain outright for CNY 4,911, or opt for a lease-to-own agreement that allows for monthly payments, broadening accessibility for potential buyers. This transaction structure reflects a B2C model, catering to individual end-users and businesses. The firm’s revenue is further supported by the provision of additional services such as transaction support and secure payment processing, which enhance customer confidence and satisfaction.Bottos is strategizing for future growth by expanding its offerings and market reach. The firm is currently designing new products aimed at enhancing its domain name services, although specific release dates are not available. Bottos plans to target new markets, particularly within Asia and Europe, by 2025 to increase its client base. The funding received in January 2018, amounting to CNY 8.770 mn, will be utilized to support these expansion initiatives and facilitate the development of new services.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jan 16, 2018 — DFJ DragonFund China

## Investors

- DFJ DragonFund China (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dfj-dragonfund-china) — Series A