# Joyride

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.getjoyride.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1M
- Latest round: Seed (Mar 25, 2013)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Joyride provides premium domain registration services, enabling users to purchase domain names efficiently and establish their online identity. The company focuses on offering immediate access to domains, catering to diverse clientele such as entrepreneurs and businesses.Joyride is a domain registration service that specializes in the sale of premium domains. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, US. Founded by Adam Belanich, David Belanich, and Noah Belanich, it has received funding through a SEED round totaling USD 1.00 mn, with Cowboy Ventures and Freestyle VC as the latest investors. Joyride was acquired by Google Inc. in February 2016 for an undisclosed amount.GetJoyride.com offers a premium domain registration service with the flagship domain GetJoyride.com priced at USD 5,195 or available via a payment plan of USD 216.46 monthly for 24 months. This service targets a variety of customers, including entrepreneurs and small businesses, facilitating their online presence with immediate domain access.GetJoyride.com generates revenue through direct sales of domain names, specifically their flagship domain. Customers can choose between a one-time payment of USD 5,195 or a financing option without interest, spread over 24 months. The company also provides a 30-day money-back guarantee, ensuring transaction reliability and customer satisfaction.Joyride aims to expand its offerings by developing new domain-related products and services. The company is also exploring opportunities to enter additional markets beyond the US, although specific regions and timelines have not been disclosed. Funding from the SEED round will likely support these initiatives, enhancing their product suite and market reach.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Mar 25, 2013, $1M — Freestyle VC, Cowboy Ventures

## Investors

- Freestyle VC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/freestyle-vc) — Seed
- Cowboy Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cowboy-ventures) — Seed