# Sentillion

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

- Industry: Healthcare
- Headquarters: Andover, US
- Website: www.sentillion.com
- Total disclosed funding: $29M
- Latest round: Series C (Sep 5, 2001)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Sentillion is dedicated to providing a marketplace for premium domain names and branding services tailored to various industries, including technology and healthcare, enhancing online presence and brand identity for businesses.Sentillion, founded in 1998 in Andover, US, specializes in premium domain name services and branding solutions. The company has undergone strategic developments without any mention of significant pivots or changes in operations. It was acquired by Microsoft in December 2009 for an undisclosed sum. Sentillion has received a total of USD 18.00 mn in funding, with its latest round, Series C, led by Merrill Lynch Ventures, occurring on December 10, 2009, which also represents the total amount raised across its funding rounds.Sentillion specializes in providing a marketplace for premium domain names and associated branding services tailored for various industries including technology, healthcare, finance, and consulting. Its core offerings include the sale of brandable domain names, which help businesses enhance their online presence and establish a trustworthy brand identity. In addition to domain sales, Sentillion offers services like branding contests, trademark validation and filing, and AI-powered branding tools that assist clients in generating unique name ideas and logos. The company's services cater primarily to startups and established businesses seeking to differentiate themselves in competitive markets, reaching customers globally across North America, Europe, and Asia.Sentillion generates revenue through the sale of premium domain names, branding contests, and trademark services. The transaction structure involves direct-to-consumer interactions, where businesses purchase domain names outright or utilize payment plans. Customers engage with the platform to secure premium domain names, which may include one-word domains and modern extensions, often at a set price. Additionally, the company's branding services, including logo design and name generation tools, are packaged as value-added offerings to enhance customer experience and satisfaction.Although specific upcoming products or services were not detailed, Sentillion's recent acquisition by Microsoft suggests a strategic alignment that may lead to new development opportunities. The company aims to expand its influence in the premium domain market and potentially explore new geographic regions as it strengthens its service offerings. Furthermore, the recent funding from its Series C round is expected to support these initiatives, though further specifics on expansion timelines or new product launches remain undisclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Sep 5, 2001, $18M — OMTI, Intersouth Partners, Rising Tide, Polaris Partners, St. Paul Venture Capital, Universal Health Services, Merrill Lynch Ventures
- Series B, Apr 11, 2000, $8.8M — Intersouth Partners, Rising Tide, Polaris Partners, St. Paul Venture Capital
- Series A, Mar 1, 1999, $2.7M — Intersouth Partners, Rising Tide, Polaris Partners

## Investors

- Intersouth Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/intersouth-partners) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Rising Tide — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Polaris Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/polaris-partners) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- St. Paul Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/st-paul-venture-capital) — Series B, Series C
- OMTI — Series C
- Universal Health Services — Series C
- Merrill Lynch Ventures — Series C