The blog, launched in 2010, has established itself as a leading source for design inspiration and enjoys considerable success on social media and search engines. This blog is now available for auction. Included in the sale are the site's domain, developer's license, high-quality posts, and social media channels. Additional assets include a mailing list of design blog contacts, a forum, and free access to a sponsored MaxCDN account. The seller offers assistance with the site's transition and management post-purchase.
The blog supports multiple revenue streams, earning $1,800 to $2,300 monthly. It generates income through affiliate sales, CPM networks, direct ad sales, and service orders such as web design. The site also fields paid review inquiries, and sponsored posts in relevant content areas are an additional source of income.
The site sees significant traffic, with an average of 3,000 to 3,500 daily page views and about 150,000 monthly hits. Traffic primarily originates from search engines and social media. Opportunities for growth include utilizing Google Adsense, enhancing email marketing, and adjusting ad rates. Recruiting additional staff could significantly boost service-related income, writing, and marketing initiatives. Expanding the site's forum and introducing a job board could further increase engagement and revenue.
The owner is selling due to needing funds for a startup project. The potential buyer needs to be aware of ongoing costs, namely $59/month for VPS hosting. Nevertheless, the site regularly receives guest post submissions, reducing content creation costs.