Flippa is a marketplace for buying and selling online businesses, from content sites and online stores to apps and domain names. For founders and investors it opens two paths: buy a running business instead of starting from zero, or sell one you built when you are ready to exit.
Key features
- Wide listings: sites, stores, apps, and domains, filtered by revenue, price, and niche.
- Verified financial and traffic data: on many listings.
- Bidding and offers: negotiate directly with sellers.
- Due diligence resources: before you commit.
- Seller tools: list and value a business.
Pricing
Selling typically involves a listing fee plus a success fee, a percentage of the final sale price. Details vary by listing type and price tier. Buying has no platform fee beyond the agreed price, though escrow or transaction fees may apply depending on the deal.
Prices change over time. Figures above are based on Flippa’s own site.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Buying a running business is faster than building traffic and revenue | Real risk if you do not verify the numbers yourself |
| A real exit path for founders | Good listings attract bidding that pushes prices up |
| Due diligence resources | Cross-border payment and transfer add complexity |
Who it’s best for
Founders and investors who want to buy a running online business, or founders ready to sell one they built.
Skip it if you lack the experience or capital to vet an acquisition. A misrepresented business can cost more than building slowly.
How to get started
If buying, independently verify traffic and revenue before making an offer instead of relying on the listing’s numbers.
FAQ
Can I sell a business based in the region to an international buyer? Yes, the marketplace is global, but plan payment, currency conversion, and asset transfer carefully.
How do I know revenue numbers are accurate? Look for verified financials and confirm key figures with bank statements and analytics access during due diligence.
Disclosure: atlaspreneur may earn a commission if you sign up for Flippa through the links in this article. This does not change what you pay, and it does not influence which tools we choose to cover.
