# Graphic.ly

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/graphic-ly

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Boulder, US
- Website: graphic.ly
- Total disclosed funding: $8.6M
- Latest round: Series A (Sep 5, 2013)
- Investors on record: 9

## About

Graphic.ly is a digital marketplace specializing in domain name acquisition and branding solutions, offering over 300,000 curated domains and AI-powered branding services to businesses worldwide.Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Boulder, US, Graphic.ly operates as a marketplace for domain name acquisition. The company has pivoted its business strategy to include AI-powered branding solutions. In May 2014, Dundee Venture Capital was involved in a Series A funding round that raised USD 2.38 mn, bringing the total amount raised to USD 2.38 mn. The company has executed a total of 12 deals and has a current valuation of USD 5.494 mn. Graphic.ly was acquired by Blurb in May 2014, a company that is part of Anthem Venture Partners, Canaan Partners, and Hercules Technology Growth Capital.Graphic.ly offers a diverse range of services centered around domain name acquisition and branding solutions. Their core product is a marketplace featuring over 300,000 expertly curated and brandable domains, allowing businesses to select domain names that enhance their online presence. The platform facilitates instant purchasing of domains, including modern extensions such as .ai, .io, and .xyz. In addition to domain sales, Graphic.ly provides robust naming and branding services through managed contests, enabling clients to collaborate with experts to generate unique name ideas tailored to their business needs. Their services also encompass AI-powered tools for logo creation, brand alignment, and trademark validation, supporting startups and established companies in sectors like technology, creative arts, and e-commerce. Graphic.ly serves a global customer base, actively catering to entrepreneurs and businesses looking to establish a strong digital identity across various international markets.The revenue structure of Graphic.ly is primarily generated through domain sales and associated branding services. The company operates on a direct-to-consumer model, allowing clients to purchase domains at a fixed price, with a notable flagship offering priced at USD 23,638 for the domain Graphic.ly. Additionally, Graphic.ly provides a commission-based model for promoting domains, where potential buyers can earn 20% on successful sales. Customers may also engage in payment plans, allowing them to make smaller monthly payments for domain acquisition while utilizing the domain immediately after the first payment. The firm also offers trademark validation services, which may generate further revenue through legal assistance in trademark filing. Overall, Graphic.ly's revenue is driven by a combination of one-time domain purchases, ongoing branding services, and the facilitation of trademark processes.Graphic.ly plans to expand its product offerings with the introduction of new AI-driven tools for branding and marketing by the end of 2024. The company aims to enter additional international markets, specifically targeting Europe and Asia by mid-2025, to broaden its customer base. The recently raised funds from the Series A round will be allocated towards product development and marketing efforts to support this expansion strategy.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Sep 5, 2013, $2.4M — Dundee Venture Capital
- Series A, Dec 14, 2011, $0.5M — Mercury
- Series B, Jan 25, 2011, $0.4M — Mercury, Dundee Venture Capital, 500 Global, Ludlow Ventures
- Series B, Dec 17, 2010, $2.6M — Mercury
- Series A, Jan 25, 2010, $1.8M — Mercury, Dundee Venture Capital, 500 Global, Ludlow Ventures
- Series A, Dec 31, 2009, $0.9M — GC and H Investments, Northstar Ventures, Mercury, Starz Entertainment, LLC
- Seed, Aug 6, 2009, $0M — Ecosystem Ventures, Techstars

## Investors

- Ecosystem Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ecosystem-ventures) — Seed
- Techstars (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/techstars) — Seed
- GC and H Investments — Series A
- Northstar Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/northstar-ventures) — Series A
- Mercury (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mercury) — Series A, Series B
- Starz Entertainment, LLC — Series A
- Dundee Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dundee-venture-capital) — Series A, Series B
- 500 Global (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/500-global) — Series A, Series B
- Ludlow Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ludlow-ventures) — Series A, Series B