WebIT.pk
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| File:Webitpklogo.png WEBIT PK LOGO | |
| Type of business | Public |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2012 (as GP STUDIO) |
| CEO | FAHAD YOUSAF MAHAR |
| Industry | Domain Registrar, Web hosting, SSL certificates, small businesses |
| Revenue |  Rs 1,084,790 (2017) |
| Net income | Rs 585,000 (2017) |
| Website | webit |
WebIT.pk is a Pakistani publicly traded internet domain registrar and web hosting company. As of November 2017, WebIT.pk has approximately 1,000 customers and over 25 employees worldwide. The company is known for its advertising on TV and in newspapers. It has been involved in several controversies related to censorship.
History
WebIT.pk was founded in 2012. Prior to becoming WebIT.pk, it operated under the name GP STUDIO.
Company name
In 2017, the CEO of GP STUDIO decided to change the company name because GP STUDIO did not reflect its web services. After meeting with employees, the name WebIT.pk was chosen, and GP STUDIO rebranded to WebIT.pk.
Company growth
- In 2012, GP STUDIO started as a software house.
- In March 2017, GP STUDIO rebranded to WebIT.pk and started web services such as hosting and domains.
- WebIT.pk is considered by many to be Pakistan's largest web host by market share, as reported by several sources.
Milestones
- March 2017: WebIT.pk became a domain registrar and PKNIC Partner.
- April 2017: WebIT.pk became the cheapest SSL provider in the market.
- June 2017: WebIT.pk started web development and branded SMS services.
- September 2017: WebIT.pk stopped providing branded SMS services due to new PTA rules about SMS masking and SMS marketing.
Infrastructure
In 2018, WebIT.pk was reported as the PKNIC's largest accredited Partner.
Awards
- 2017 – The best web services provider by GOVT.
- 2018 – Best IT company award by Planx
Marketing
WebIT.pk promoters
In March 2017, WebIT.pk started advertising through the Google AdWords program.
In June 2017, WebIT.pk started an affiliate program.
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