# Designed for Revolution

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/designed-for-revolution

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Hong Kong SAR - China
- Website: www.dfra.com
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 13, 2015)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Designed for Revolution Ltd. is a domain registration and management company that facilitates the acquisition and maintenance of domain names for various clients, focusing on small to medium-sized enterprises, entrepreneurs, and individual users.Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Hong Kong, Designed for Revolution Ltd. operates in the domain registration sector, providing essential services for clients aiming to establish an online presence. The company has completed 2 deals, with its most recent deal occurring on June 13, 2015. John Possman is both the founder and CEO of the company, leading it through its strategic growth in the digital landscape.Designed for Revolution Ltd. primarily operates in the domain registration and management sector, offering services that facilitate the acquisition and maintenance of domain names. The company specializes in providing customers with a platform to search for, register, and manage their domain names, ensuring that users can establish an online presence easily. This service primarily targets small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), entrepreneurs, and individuals seeking to create personal or professional websites. Their offerings cater to various geographical markets globally, including North America, Europe, and Asia, with a particular emphasis on regions experiencing rapid digital transformation. The domain registration process is designed to be user-friendly, enabling clients to secure their desired domain names while also providing additional services such as WHOIS privacy protection and domain transfer assistance.The revenue model for Designed for Revolution Ltd. is centered around domain registration fees and additional services associated with domain management. The company engages with clients through a subscription-based structure for ongoing domain hosting and management, allowing users to maintain ownership of their registered domains over time. Each registration transaction involves a one-time fee for acquiring a domain name, followed by annual renewal fees. Clients may also opt for premium services, such as enhanced security features or website hosting options, which further contribute to the company's revenue stream. By focusing on providing a comprehensive suite of domain-related services, Designed for Revolution Ltd. builds long-term relationships with its clients, ensuring a consistent flow of revenue from both new registrations and renewals.In June 2015, Designed for Revolution Ltd. raised an undisclosed amount of Seed funding from new investor Wavemaker Partners. The company plans to utilize this funding for the development of new products aimed at enhancing its service offerings in domain management. Additionally, it aims to expand into new markets, specifically targeting emerging economies in Asia and Europe by 2025. These initiatives are aligned with the company's strategy to adapt to the evolving digital landscape and meet the growing demand for online presence solutions.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 13, 2015 — Wavemaker Partners

## Investors

- Wavemaker Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/wavemaker-partners) — Seed