# Rank Science

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/rank-science

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.rankscience.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.9M
- Latest round: Seed (Oct 8, 2018)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Rank Science Inc. offers automated SEO solutions that improve website visibility through advanced algorithms and data science, enabling businesses to streamline their search engine optimization efforts effectively.Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, US, Rank Science Inc. specializes in automated SEO solutions designed to enhance website visibility. The company has raised a total of USD 1.8 mn, with its latest funding round occurring in October 2018, led by Initialized Capital. Rank Science has secured participation from notable investors including BoxGroup, FundersClub, 500 Startups, and Y Combinator. The founder has a history in the tech industry, although specific prior ventures are not detailed. Rank Science has executed a total of 2 deals since inception.RankScience specializes in automated SEO solutions that enhance website visibility through a combination of A/B testing and data science. The company’s flagship offering is an SEO platform designed to free engineering teams from the complexities of search engine optimization, allowing them to focus on core product development. By leveraging advanced algorithms, RankScience conducts automatic A/B tests that adapt to evolving Google search algorithms, competition, and customer behavior. This service is particularly beneficial for a diverse clientele that includes YCombinator startups and Fortune 500 companies, as well as industries ranging from startups to cannabis and healthcare sectors. RankScience's primary markets extend across the United States and internationally, catering to businesses seeking to improve their online presence through tailored SEO strategies.RankScience generates revenue through its subscription-based model, where clients pay for access to its SEO platform and associated services. The typical transaction structure involves businesses subscribing to various service tiers that provide different levels of access to the platform's features, including on-page and off-page SEO optimization, technical audits, and content strategy consulting. Specific pricing plans may vary depending on the services selected, with options designed to meet the unique needs of each customer. Clients benefit from a comprehensive SEO strategy that is customized to their specific requirements, ensuring that they receive targeted support to enhance their search engine rankings and organic traffic growth.In October 2018, Rank Science Inc. raised USD 1.8 mn in Seed funding led by Initialized Capital, with participation from other investors including BoxGroup and Liquid 2 Ventures. The funding is intended to support the development of new features for their SEO platform, enhancing user experience and effectiveness. Additionally, Rank Science plans to expand into international markets, targeting Europe and Asia by 2023 to broaden its clientele and adapt its services to regional SEO needs.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Oct 8, 2018, $1.8M — 500 Global, Y Combinator, Initialized Capital, FundersClub, BoxGroup, Liquid 2 Ventures
- Seed, May 18, 2016, $0.1M — 500 Global, FundersClub

## Investors

- 500 Global (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/500-global) — Seed
- FundersClub (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fundersclub) — Seed
- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Seed
- Initialized Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/initialized-capital) — Seed
- BoxGroup (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/boxgroup) — Seed
- Liquid 2 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/liquid-2-ventures) — Seed