An established file-sharing and digital media community, in operation for over a decade, is available for sale due to the owner’s lack of time to manage the site. Initially revived by the current owner, this site has seen significant growth potential and maintains a robust online presence, with Google Webmaster Tools reporting over 59,000 indexed pages and a Google PageRank of 4. The site is well-ranked in search engines for numerous keywords, contributing to its substantial organic traffic of 60,000 to 80,000 unique monthly visitors. It features engaging content, including articles that appear in Google News.
The sale includes a unique, 10-year-old domain name, along with two additional established keyword-rich domains. The site boasts a large community with over 378,000 posts and 78,000+ members. Additional assets in the sale are the vBulletin Publishing Suite License, vBseo License, Gravity Insights subscription, and associated digital properties such as Twitter and Facebook pages.
Current revenue streams encompass Google Adsense, private advertisers, affiliate adverts, and mobile ads, with a noted total revenue of $420 in May 2011. While ad implementation has been minimal, there is strong potential for increased earnings through strategic ad placement. The sale also includes tailored iPhone and Android apps, ready for monetization opportunities through mobile ads.
With 14 days of hosting provided post-sale, new ownership offers a chance to capitalize on the site's existing infrastructure and explore more revenue enhancement options. The current owner expresses confidence in the site's potential to generate significantly more income with active management.
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