# ePub Direct

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/epub-direct

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Cork, Ireland
- Website: www.epubdirect.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.7M
- Latest round: Series A (Dec 9, 2011)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

ePub Direct specializes in the sale of premium domain names, facilitating the acquisition process for clients looking to enhance their online presence with desirable web addresses.ePub Direct operates in the domain name sales industry, focusing on the purchase and transfer of premium domains, particularly in the .com space. The company is headquartered in Cork, Ireland. In December 2011, ePub Direct raised USD 1.7 million in Series A funding from investors including Enterprise Ireland and Investec Ventures. The founder's previous history is not detailed, and there is no mention of any subsidiaries or parent companies.ePub Direct primarily offers domain name sales, concentrating on premium domain name purchasing and transfer processes within the .com TLD space. The company lists high-value domains for sale, providing clients with immediate purchase options or flexible payment plans. Its diverse clientele includes entrepreneurs, small businesses, and digital marketers aiming to establish a strong online presence. The platform is designed for global markets, allowing customers worldwide to purchase domains that align with their branding. ePub Direct also emphasizes user experience by offering privacy protection and secure payment options, ensuring customer confidence in transactions.In the most recent fiscal year 2015, ePub Direct reported a revenue of USD 4,535.1 mn, with an EBITDA of USD -6,466.6 mn. Its revenue model is based on direct sales of domain names with one-time purchase options and structured payment plans to enhance accessibility for high-value domains.ePub Direct intends to leverage its recent funding of USD 1.7 million raised in December 2011 to enhance its operational capabilities and expand its service offerings. The company is considering the launch of new features aimed at improving user experience and plans to target additional international markets for domain sales, although specific regions and timelines have yet to be disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Dec 9, 2011, $1.7M — Investec Ventures, Ulster Bank, Enterprise Ireland

## Investors

- Investec Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/investec-ventures) — Series A
- Ulster Bank — Series A
- Enterprise Ireland (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/enterprise-ireland) — Series A