Farecast
Latest round
- Series C
Last raised
- Jan 2007
Total raised
- $21M
Investors
- 6
About Farecast
Farecast specializes in domain appraisal services, enabling clients to receive swift, expert valuations of domain names.Farecast, headquartered in Seattle, US, provides domain appraisal services to clients globally. Founded to simplify domain valuation, it underwent a significant transition when it was acquired by Microsoft in April 2008 for USD 115 mn.com specializes in providing domain appraisal services, allowing clients to receive pricing for domain names within a 24-hour timeframe. The core offering is a streamlined process where users fill out an online form to initiate an appraisal, after which a domain expert evaluates the domain's value based on various criteria. This service is designed to assist individuals and businesses looking to buy or sell domain names by providing timely and accurate valuations. The primary customer base includes entrepreneurs, small to medium-sized businesses, and digital marketers who seek to establish a strong online presence through effective domain name acquisition.com is centered around transactional fees associated with domain appraisals. Customers engage with the service by submitting their domain names for valuation, and the company charges a fee for this appraisal service. This transaction structure is primarily B2B, as the appraisals cater to businesses and individuals looking to make informed decisions regarding domain investments. The company may also offer tiered pricing plans based on the complexity and value of the domains being appraised, which can influence the final price of the service.The most recent acquisition by Microsoft in April 2008 for USD 115 mn indicates a strategic shift towards utilizing Farecast's technology and services within a broader portfolio. Future growth plans are expected to focus on developing new appraisal products and possibly expanding their service offerings to new international markets within North America and beyond.
Who invested in Farecast
6 investors across 3 rounds
See all investors in Farecast
Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table, the rounds they joined, and how much each round raised.
Questions about Farecast
Who invested in Farecast?
Farecast has 6 investors on record across 3 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Farecast raised?
Farecast has raised 3 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Farecast last raise money?
Farecast's most recent round on record is a Series C, in Jan 2007.
What does Farecast do?
Farecast specializes in domain appraisal services, enabling clients to receive swift, expert valuations of domain names.
Where is Farecast headquartered?
Farecast is headquartered in Seattle, US.
Which VCs invest in companies like Farecast?
Among active investors with capital left to deploy, Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Accel and Thrive Capital back internet companies at Farecast's stage. Their profiles are linked below.
VCs backing internet startups at Series C
Raising like Farecast? Find the right VCs.
Capital Atlas matches your startup to active investors by stage, sector and region.