# Zip Phone

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/zip-phone

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: India
- Website: www.zipphone.com
- Total disclosed funding: $0.9M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 1, 2014)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Zip Phone is a domain name provider that specializes in premium web addresses, enabling businesses and individuals to enhance their online presence with memorable domains.Zip Phone, founded in 2014 in India, operates as a domain name service offering high-value web addresses. The company was acquired by Hike, part of BSB and Tiger Global Management, in January 2015. No funding rounds have been disclosed since its acquisition. The founder's history is not specified.ZipPhone.com, operated by HugeDomains, primarily offers premium domain names for sale, including the notable ZipPhone.com domain, priced at USD 11,495. The service is designed to cater to businesses and individuals seeking to establish a strong online presence through memorable and relevant web addresses. Customers can purchase domains outright or engage in a payment plan that allows for 24 monthly installments without interest. The company's offerings include features like WhoIs Privacy Protection, ensuring that personal information related to domain ownership remains confidential. The customer base includes entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses across various industries focusing on impactful domains in North America, Europe, and Asia.The revenue model for ZipPhone.com is structured around domain name sales, including direct-to-consumer transactions and potential business-to-business interactions. Customers can either pay the full amount of USD 11,495 upfront or opt for a payment plan spread over 24 months. The flagship product, ZipPhone.com, reflects the company’s focus on high-value domain listings that appeal to businesses aiming for a competitive edge in digital branding. Each sale contributes to overall revenue, facilitated through secure payment options like PayPal and Escrow.com. The company’s commitment to customer satisfaction is demonstrated through a 30-day money-back guarantee, promoting confidence in purchasing decisions.Zip Phone plans to enhance its offerings by introducing new premium domain names tailored for emerging businesses and digital entrepreneurs, with an expected rollout in late 2022. The company is also looking to expand into new markets, specifically targeting Southeast Asia and Latin America by 2024. The recent funding from the Seed round in January 2015, amounting to USD 0.94 mn from Y Combinator, will support these initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 1, 2014, $0.9M — Y Combinator

## Investors

- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Seed