# Elastica

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Jose, US
- Website: www.elastica.net
- Total disclosed funding: $15M
- Latest round: Series B (Mar 11, 2015)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Elastica, Inc. specializes in providing a digital infrastructure platform that delivers scalable web hosting solutions, primarily focusing on managed WordPress hosting services that enhance performance and security for businesses.Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Jose, US, Elastica, Inc. offers robust web hosting solutions tailored for businesses. The company has undergone strategic pivots but remains focused on delivering quality digital infrastructure. Alejandro Carabaguíaz is the founder, who has a history of entrepreneurial ventures in technology. Elastica has raised a total of USD 9.00 mn through various funding rounds, with the latest round being an Add-on Trade Sale on November 9, 2015, where Blue Coat Systems Inc. acquired the company for USD 280.00 mn.Elastica, Inc. provides a digital infrastructure platform aimed at businesses that require scalable web hosting solutions. Their main offering includes managed WordPress hosting services designed to optimize website performance and enhance security for users. The company targets small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across sectors such as e-commerce, education, and digital content creation. Their products are marketed in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, reaching a diverse clientele including startups and established brands.Elastica's revenue model is based on a subscription structure, allowing clients to pay for hosting services either monthly or annually. This model ensures a steady cash flow through ongoing service agreements. The pricing plans are tiered based on server resources, bandwidth, and additional features such as security and support. Their managed hosting services serve as the cornerstone of revenue, catering to both direct consumers and business clients through various partnerships and direct subscriptions.Elastica, Inc. is focusing on enhancing its product line with new offerings aimed at optimizing web hosting capabilities, though specific launch dates are yet to be announced. The company plans to expand into additional markets including Asia and Europe by 2023. The recent funding will be utilized to support these product developments and market expansions, capitalizing on the resources from the USD 280.00 mn acquisition deal finalized in November 2015.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Mar 11, 2015, $9M — Mayfield Fund, Pelion Venture Partners, Third Point, Titanium Ventures
- Series A, Aug 30, 2012, $6.3M — Mayfield Fund

## Investors

- Mayfield Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mayfield-fund) — Series A, Series B
- Pelion Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pelion-venture-partners) — Series B
- Third Point (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/third-point) — Series B
- Titanium Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/titanium-ventures) — Series B