# Orchest Software

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/orchest-software

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Website: www.orchest.io
- Total disclosed funding: $3.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Oct 1, 2021)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Orchest Software, Inc. operates a platform that simplifies the acquisition and leasing of premium domain names, enabling individuals and businesses to secure valuable online identities effectively.Founded in 2020, Orchest Software, Inc. is based in Rotterdam, Netherlands, specializing in premium domain name leasing and sales. The company has engaged in two significant deals, with its most recent funding round occurring on October 1, 2021. It raised USD 3.5 mn in a Seed round led by Gradient Ventures and Basis Set Ventures, with additional participation from Seedcamp. The company aims to enhance its offerings and expand its team while remaining independent.Orchest.io specializes in the acquisition and leasing of premium domain names, providing a streamlined platform for individuals and businesses seeking to secure online presence through attractive web addresses. Their core offerings include options to purchase domains outright, lease them through monthly payments of USD 1,096, or submit offers for negotiation. The service caters to a wide range of clients, including startups and established businesses, aiming to enhance their digital branding. The platform supports secure transactions and provides local currency options at checkout, enhancing accessibility for users across various geographical markets, including North America and Europe. By simplifying the domain acquisition process, Orchest.io addresses the challenges associated with finding and securing desirable domain names in a competitive online landscape.Orchest.io generates revenue primarily through the sale and leasing of domain names, employing a straightforward transaction structure that includes outright purchases priced at USD 23,911 and lease-to-own arrangements. The pricing strategies appeal to both business-to-consumer and business-to-business markets, catering to clients seeking premium domain names. Transaction support is offered at no additional cost, facilitating smooth exchanges and enhancing customer satisfaction, supported by the company’s focus on secure payments and hassle-free transactions.In October 2021, Orchest Software, Inc. raised USD 3.5 mn in Seed funding, which will be utilized to hire additional engineering and marketing talent. The company plans to launch a public beta later this year, signaling its commitment to expanding its platform. This funding will support the development of new offerings and the enhancement of existing services, aimed at improving user engagement and market reach.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Oct 1, 2021, $3.5M — Seedcamp, Basis Set, Gradient Ventures

## Investors

- Seedcamp (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/seedcamp) — Seed
- Basis Set (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/basis-set) — Seed
- Gradient Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gradient-ventures) — Seed