# Transpond

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.transpond.com
- Total disclosed funding: $4.1M
- Latest round: Series B (Feb 4, 2009)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Transpond offers specialized domain valuation and brokerage services, ensuring clients can efficiently buy and sell domain names with expert guidance, primarily targeting businesses and individuals in various global markets.Founded in 2007, Transpond operates from San Francisco, US, providing domain valuation and brokerage services. In August 2010, Transpond was acquired by WebTrends. The company has successfully completed 3 deals, with Series B funding of USD 4.1 mn raised from investors including Opus Capital Ventures and University Venture Fund, totaling USD 4.1 mn raised since inception.Transpond.com specializes in providing domain valuation and brokerage services aimed at facilitating the buying and selling of domain names. Their core offerings enable clients to obtain a market price for domain names within 24 business hours through a straightforward submission process. This service primarily targets businesses and individuals seeking to acquire valuable web addresses for branding, marketing, and operational purposes. Transpond caters to a diverse clientele, including startups, established enterprises, and investors, across various geographical markets such as North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. By leveraging expert insights, the company serves to streamline the often complex and time-sensitive process of domain transactions.Transpond generates revenue through its domain valuation services, characterized by a fee structure associated with the appraisal and brokerage of domain names. Clients initiate transactions by submitting inquiries, after which the company provides a price quote based on market analysis and domain characteristics. Revenue is derived from successful transactions, where the company charges a commission or a flat fee for facilitating the sale. The transactional structure involves direct interactions between Transpond and its clients, predominantly in a B2B format, where businesses seek expert valuation to enhance their online presence. This model allows the company to cater to a wide range of clients, ensuring a steady stream of revenue from its specialized offerings.Transpond is currently focusing on designing new products aimed at enhancing its domain brokerage services, with anticipated launches in the upcoming quarters. The company plans to expand its market presence into Asia by 2012, targeting emerging digital economies. The recent funding round of USD 4.1 mn will support these initiatives and enhance operational capabilities. Following the acquisition by WebTrends in August 2010, Transpond aims to leverage synergies to better serve its clients.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Feb 4, 2009, $4.1M — University Venture Fund, Opus Capital Ventures
- Seed, Jun 1, 2007 — Opus Capital Ventures

## Investors

- Opus Capital Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/opus-capital-ventures) — Seed, Series B
- University Venture Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/university-venture-fund) — Series B