An entrepreneur from Australia created a viral website that lets users send glitter-filled envelopes to their adversaries for $9.99. Although launched as a humorous project, it gained immense popularity shortly after its launch with over 2.5 million visitors and significant media coverage. Within hours, the website garnered 2,000 orders worth over $20,000 AUD, prompting a temporary halt to new orders due to overwhelming demand.
The business, which humorously invites people to prank others by sending glitter along with a lightheartedly insulting letter, brings a profit of between $5.99 and $7.99 per order after shipping costs of $2-$4. The potential buyer has options to handle fulfillment in-house or outsource it.
Marketing efforts have primarily relied on initial posts on social media and platforms like Product Hunt, which snowballed into global media coverage, making it a popular feature on numerous online, print, and broadcast outlets. The site leads in this niche despite emerging competitors and offers growth potential through introducing more prank items and customizable orders.
The creator is selling the site due to unexpected success and stress from media attention, intending to find a new owner who can further expand and capitalize on its potential. The sale includes the website, domain, and accumulated media contacts, with support and training provided post-sale. A 3-year non-compete agreement will also be signed by the seller.
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Before making an offer
1. Look for verified sellers. Sellers should verify their email, phone, and government ID. When a seller has completed all verifications, we identify them with a checkmark like this:
2. Review financials. Financials are seller-provided inputs. Always ask for verified financials. Ask for a tax return or request access to their dashboard. if it’s an ecommerce store get a transaction report.
3. Review traffic. Sellers can grant you access to Google Analytics. Ask for read-only access to verify site traffic.
4. Schedule a call. Communication is key. The best way to find out more is to speak directly with the seller. For your protection, keep all communication within Flippa.
5. Make the offer on Flippa. We’re here to help. Flippa does not charge buyers and by making an offer on Flippa you’ll get access to our post-sales support team.
1. Agreements & Contracts.
Connect with a US-based lawyer or purchase asset-specific template legal documents via Flippa Legal.
2. Conduct Due Diligence.
You can conduct this yourself, or use our new official verification and assessment service. We provide a deep analysis, identify hidden risks, and independently assess the value of the business. Packages start at $1,000. Learn More