# MarketFish

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Seattle, US
- Website: www.marketfish.com
- Total disclosed funding: $4.5M
- Latest round: Series A (Aug 6, 2011)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

MarketFish Inc. is a domain name marketplace that specializes in the sale and leasing of premium domain names, helping businesses and individuals establish a strong online presence through verified digital assets.Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Seattle, US, MarketFish Inc. focuses on facilitating the acquisition of premium domain names. The company has engaged in 4 deals, with its latest funding round, Series A, completed on December 1, 2013, where it raised USD 4.50 mn from investors Javelin Venture Partners and Rustic Canyon Partners. MarketFish Inc. was permanently closed in December 2013.MarketFish.com specializes in the sale and leasing of premium domain names, catering primarily to businesses and individuals seeking to establish a strong online presence. Their core offering includes providing verified domain names that are available for outright purchase or through a lease-to-own option, allowing flexibility for clients who may prefer to manage cash flow differently. The company facilitates secure transactions, ensuring that both buyers and sellers experience a streamlined process for domain acquisition. MarketFish.com serves a diverse client base that includes entrepreneurs, small to medium-sized enterprises, and larger corporations across various industries, from technology to e-commerce. Their services are accessible to customers globally, with a particular focus on markets in North America and Europe, where demand for premium digital real estate continues to grow.Revenue generation for MarketFish.com is primarily driven by transactions associated with the sale and leasing of domain names. The company offers a straightforward pricing structure, with domains available for immediate purchase at set prices, or through a leasing model that allows customers to pay monthly fees over time. For example, a domain priced at USD 3,250 can also be leased for USD 271 per month, providing an alternative for clients who prefer to allocate funds differently. The revenue model encompasses direct-to-consumer transactions, where end-users can purchase or lease domains directly through the company’s platform. This business model not only provides flexibility to customers but also allows MarketFish.com to capitalize on the increasing demand for valuable domain names in the digital marketplace.MarketFish Inc. was permanently closed in December 2013, so there are no current or future growth plans to outline. The last known activity was related to securing funding in Series A in 2013.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Aug 6, 2011, $4.5M — Rustic Canyon Partners, Javelin Venture Partners

## Investors

- Rustic Canyon Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rustic-canyon-partners) — Series A
- Javelin Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/javelin-venture-partners) — Series A