# Marketbright

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

- Industry: Marketing/Advertising
- Headquarters: San Bruno, US
- Website: www.marketbright.com
- Latest round: Series B (Apr 6, 2010)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Marketbright is a domain services company specializing in branding and online presence solutions. It offers domain sales and support services designed to enhance business visibility and facilitate strategic branding.Marketbright, founded in 1999, is based in San Bruno, US and focuses on domain-related services. In July 2011, the company was acquired by Act-On Software. The firm has completed a total of 3 deals since inception.MarketBright.com offers a comprehensive suite of domain-related services designed to facilitate branding and online presence for businesses. Their core products include expert-curated, brandable domains, as well as domain transfer services, trademark validation, and branding assistance through naming contests. The platform caters to a diverse clientele, including startups and established enterprises across various industries such as e-commerce, technology, finance, and marketing. Utilizing innovative tools like AI-powered domain generators, MarketBright.com addresses the challenges of domain acquisition, providing clients with immediate access to unique domain names that enhance visibility in competitive markets.MarketBright.com generates revenue primarily through the direct sale of domain names and associated services. Clients typically purchase domains on a one-time basis while also opting for additional services like trademark filings and logo designs. The pricing structure entails a one-time payment for domain purchases, with annual renewal fees required for ownership maintenance. MarketBright.com also offers payment plans that allow clients to pay for domain names in smaller installments while accessing the domain immediately. The company’s revenue model is enhanced by a commission structure for promoting domain names to potential buyers and includes various pricing tiers for premium and standard domain listings.Marketbright's future growth strategy includes the development of new products aimed at enhancing their service offerings, with specific launch dates not currently available. The company plans to expand its reach into new markets, emphasizing geographical regions that remain untapped. Recent funding from the acquisition by Act-On Software will likely be utilized to bolster these initiatives and support the expansion of their operational capabilities.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Apr 6, 2010 — Greycroft, Knight's Bridge Capital Partners, Aptean, Inc.
- Series A, Aug 22, 2008 — Greycroft, Knight's Bridge Capital Partners

## Investors

- Greycroft (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/greycroft) — Series A, Series B
- Knight's Bridge Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/knight-s-bridge-capital-partners) — Series A, Series B
- Aptean, Inc. — Series B