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Unit Converter Site Generates $250,000 a Year

About

UnitConverters.net is an online platform offering a wide range of unit conversion tools. From everyday needs like weight and length conversions to specialized measurements, the site provides quick solutions for users worldwide.

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The Team

Founded by Huiming Gu, a veteran IT professional and open-source advocate, UnitConverters.net began as a hobby in 2008.

The team includes Huiming and two employees who focus on creating accurate, user-friendly tools.

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Traffic

UnitConverters.net generates 8.2 million visits a month:

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It attracts a significant portion of its visitors through organic search, complemented by direct traffic and alternative search engines:

  • Google Organic Search: 49.37%
  • Direct Traffic: 27.91%
  • DuckDuckGo: 9.44%

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The platform ranks for high-volume keywords such as:

  • kg to lbs
  • lbs to kg
  • lb to kg
  • cm to inches

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Business Model & Revenue

With the current traffic, UnitConverters.net generates substantial revenue through Google Adsense, estimated at $250,000 annually.

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Tech Stack

  • Frontend: vanilla JavaScript
  • Backend: PHP