# WhoAPI

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Mountain View, US
- Website: www.whoapi.com
- Total disclosed funding: $0.3M
- Latest round: Seed (Apr 7, 2015)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

WhoAPI provides a comprehensive suite of API services for domain management, offering tools for Whois lookups, domain availability, and email validation tailored to developers and businesses worldwide.Founded in 2011 in Mountain View, US, WhoAPI specializes in API services that facilitate domain management. The company has undergone no notable pivots or changes in strategy. Goran Duskic serves as the CEO and founder, with experience in the tech industry. In April 2015, WhoAPI secured USD 0.050 mn in Seed funding from StartLabs, marking its most recent funding round and bringing the total amount raised to USD 0.050 mn through three investment deals.WhoAPI Inc. specializes in providing a suite of API services designed to deliver essential information and analytics for domain management. The core offerings include the Whois API, Domain Availability API, Domain Score API, Email Score API, IP Blacklist API, and SSL API. These services facilitate a wide range of applications, from domain registration and availability checks to assessing the credibility and risk associated with email addresses. End users include developers, web hosting companies, and enterprises looking for reliable domain data and email validation solutions. WhoAPI's services are particularly valuable for clients in various geographical markets, including North America, Europe, and Asia, serving businesses that require rapid and accurate domain-related information to enhance their operational efficiencies.WhoAPI's revenue model is primarily based on subscription services, where clients pay for access to their APIs on a tiered pricing structure. This model allows businesses to select specific services based on their needs, providing flexibility for varying usage levels. For example, customers utilizing the Whois API or the Domain Availability API can subscribe to plans that cater to different transaction volumes, ensuring they only pay for what they need. The company also engages in partnerships with businesses that incorporate these APIs into their own platforms, enabling a seamless integration of WhoAPI's domain-related data into their services. This approach not only generates recurring revenue but also fosters long-term relationships with B2B clients who depend on WhoAPI's technology for their operations.WhoAPI plans to launch new products designed to enhance its service offerings, though specific launch dates have not been disclosed. The company is also targeting expansion into new markets, specifically Southeast Asia and Europe, by the end of 2023. The recent Seed funding of USD 0.050 mn will be utilized to support these initiatives, aiding in product development and market penetration efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Apr 7, 2015, $0.1M — StartLabs
- Angel, Apr 3, 2013, $0.2M — 500 Global
- Seed, Oct 31, 2012 — 500 Global

## Investors

- 500 Global (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/500-global) — Seed, Angel
- StartLabs (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/startlabs) — Seed