The business, established in 2015, involves reselling a VPN service primarily through two platforms. It has a substantial international customer base seeking online anonymity and access to geo-blocked streaming content. The sale includes all elements of the websites, software, and databases. The operation runs on a profit-sharing model with a development partner who handles software updates and customer support, while the current owner manages marketing and promotions, requiring approximately one hour of daily involvement. The owner seeks to sell this business to concentrate on a larger client due to having multiple ventures.
The primary revenue stream comes from VPN software sales, with additional income from customer-targeted email offers. Basic SEO efforts have been employed, with minimal advertising beyond established vendor relationships. There are significant growth opportunities through affiliate programs and improved sales processes to enhance premium plan conversions.
Software development is managed by a partner, with no need for the buyer to outsource, though introductions will be provided. The product is built on Wordpress/WHMCS, and updates are occasionally needed but handled by the developers. The hosting is on a shared server which can be moved post-sale. Monthly earnings are detailed, highlighting predominant income from annual subscriptions.
The business has modest social media presence and no associated trademarks or intellectual property. There is a customer database in WHMCS, with no explicit proprietary dependencies. Competition includes notable VPN providers, and the business is improved through established vendor networks and targeted marketing. The owner is open to a limited non-compete agreement and confirms no geographic constraints for prospective buyers.
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