# Xkoto

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Waltham, US
- Website: www.xkoto.com
- Total disclosed funding: $11M
- Latest round: Series C (Jan 29, 2009)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Xkoto is a domain name sales and leasing company, specializing in providing flexible options for customers seeking to establish an online presence with the domain name xkoto.com.Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Waltham, US, Xkoto operates in the domain name market, offering options for both purchase and lease. In May 2010, Teradata acquired Xkoto, but specific financial terms were not disclosed. The company has engaged in four deals since its inception, with the latest funding round being Series C, raising a total of USD 3.00 mn from investors including GrandBanks Capital and GrowthWorks Capital.Xkoto specializes in the sale and leasing of the domain name xkoto.com. Customers can purchase the domain outright for USD 9,995 or opt for a lease-to-own plan at USD 480 per month. This service is designed for a variety of clients, from entrepreneurs to SMEs, with secure transaction support and user-friendly processes, including localized currency options for international customers.Xkoto's revenue model is based on domain sales and leasing. Customers can either buy the domain for USD 9,995 or enter a monthly lease-to-own agreement at USD 480, generating recurring revenue. The pricing structure is clear, and the company enhances customer experience through transaction support and secure payment processing.As of May 2010, Xkoto was acquired by Teradata, which could provide opportunities for growth under new management. Future plans may involve leveraging this acquisition to explore new products or market expansions, although specific initiatives have not been detailed. The recent funding from the Series C round will likely support operational enhancements to benefit from the broader Teradata infrastructure.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Jan 29, 2009, $3M — GrandBanks Capital, GrowthWorks Capital
- Series B, Nov 6, 2007, $7.5M — GrandBanks Capital, GrowthWorks Capital

## Investors

- GrandBanks Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/grandbanks-capital) — Series B, Series C
- GrowthWorks Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/growthworks-capital) — Series B, Series C