ClairMail Inc.
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ClairMail Inc. - overview
Established
2004
Location
San Rafael, CA, US
Primary Industry
Telecoms
About
ClairMail Inc. specializes in domain name acquisition, providing options for purchase and lease. The company simplifies the domain acquisition process for businesses, enhancing their online presence and addressing common market challenges. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Rafael, US, ClairMail Inc.
focuses on the online domain marketplace. The company has not publicly reported any significant shifts in its business strategy or operations. It was acquired by Monitise in March 2012 for USD 173. 00 mn, completing the transaction in June 2012.
ClairMail has participated in a total of 8 deals, with the most recent deal occurring on March 26, 2012, led by Monitise, which also invested in the company. The total amount raised by ClairMail is USD 7. 50 mn. ClairMail.
com specializes in providing premium domain names for sale and lease, focusing primarily on the online domain marketplace. Their core offerings include the option to purchase domain names outright or select a lease-to-own plan, which allows customers to pay a monthly fee until ownership is transferred. This service caters to a wide array of clients, including small businesses, entrepreneurs, and established companies looking to enhance their online presence. By simplifying the process of domain acquisition, ClairMail.
com addresses common pain points such as complex transfer procedures and payment security. The company operates in various geographical markets, targeting customers in North America, Europe, and select regions in Asia, thereby ensuring a diverse client base with a global reach. ClairMail. com generates revenue primarily through the sale and leasing of domain names, with a structured pricing model that includes both direct purchases and subscription-based leasing options.
For instance, a client may opt to buy a domain for a fixed price of USD 8,911 or choose to lease it at a rate of USD 409 per month. Payment structures are designed to facilitate hassle-free transactions, ensuring that customers can efficiently acquire the domains they need without unnecessary complications. The transaction process is supported by secure payment methods and customer service, reinforcing the company's commitment to a seamless user experience. By offering flexible pricing plans, ClairMail.
com addresses the varying needs of its clientele, ensuring that both individual entrepreneurs and larger enterprises can find suitable domain solutions that align with their business goals. ClairMail Inc. plans to leverage its recent acquisition by Monitise to enhance its product offerings and expand its market reach. The company aims to introduce new premium domain products in the upcoming year while targeting expansion into emerging markets in Asia and Europe by 2013.
The funding from the acquisition will support the development of these new products and facilitate entry into these new geographic regions.
Current Investors
3i, First Eastern Investment, Monitise
Primary Industry
Telecoms
Sub Industries
Credit Collections & Services, Telecoms Providers & Services
Website
www.clairmail.com
Verticals
Mobile Apps
Company Stage
Add-on
Total Amount Raised
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ClairMail Inc. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on, Trade Sale | Completed | ClairMail Inc. | - |
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