The website offers comprehensive metrics on nearly 25,000 web hosting providers, including user ratings on availability, uptime, and reliability, as well as detailed technical information about platforms, configurations, and plans. It also provides reports on popular TLD trends and movements between hosting providers, supported by over 17,000 verified user reviews. The sale includes the entire operation, with the current team maintaining it for one year, allowing the buyer to focus on marketing efforts.
Revenue is primarily generated through affiliate links, although exact earnings are not disclosed due to exclusive affiliate deals. Data on traffic sent to affiliates from November 2017 to April 2018 shows consistent interaction with various hosts. The site possesses a strong backlink profile, with high domain ratings and a wealth of referring domains and organic keywords.
Suggestions for the future owner include adding new features and content, enhancing page speed, and improving UI/UX to optimize the platform. The seller emphasizes an open bidding process, requesting buyers to directly place offers without inquiring about reserve prices.
Flippa’s platform is free for buyers. Here are our tips for first-time buyers:
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 trusted network of industry-leading due diligence partners. They can provide in-depth analysis, identify hidden risks, and independently assess the value of the business. Learn More