# Sparqd

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.sparqd.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.2M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 1, 2011)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Sparqd is a domain appraisal and valuation service provider that assists businesses and individual investors in determining the market value of domain names through a streamlined online evaluation process.Sparqd specializes in domain appraisal and valuation services for businesses and individual investors. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, US. In August 2012, Sparqd raised USD 1.20 mn in Seed funding from Vital Venture Capital. The founder's history is not publicly detailed, and the company does not have any known subsidiaries or significant pivots in its business strategy.Sparqd.com specializes in providing domain appraisal and valuation services, primarily targeting businesses and individual investors seeking to assess the worth of domain names. Their core service enables clients to obtain a price evaluation for domain names within a 24-hour timeframe after submitting a request through an online form. This service simplifies the decision-making process for customers looking to buy or sell domain names, ultimately aiding them in making informed investments. The client base includes entrepreneurs, small businesses, and larger corporations, all requiring reliable and timely domain pricing to navigate the digital landscape effectively. Their services extend to the United States, Canada, and international markets, catering to a diverse range of end-users seeking expertise in domain valuation.Sparqd.com generates revenue through its domain valuation service, which operates on a transactional model. Clients submit their requests for domain appraisals and, upon receiving their evaluations, can engage in potential purchasing or selling activities based on the provided price. The structure of transactions is primarily B2B, where businesses and investors collaborate to determine domain values that suit their strategic needs. Revenue is derived from individual transactions related to domain evaluations, allowing clients to accurately gauge the financial implications of their domain investments.Sparqd plans to enhance its service offerings with new features aimed at improving the user experience for domain appraisals. The company is exploring expansion into additional markets beyond the United States and Canada. The recent funding of USD 1.20 mn raised in August 2012 will support these initiatives by investing in technology upgrades and marketing efforts to reach new clients.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 1, 2011, $1.2M — Vital Venture Capital

## Investors

- Vital Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/vital-venture-capital) — Seed