Email Archive Monetization

Two examples of successful data aggregation platforms that compile and organize existing content into searchable databases, both run by 1-2 people.

Milled.com

• Aggregates email marketing campaigns from various brands
• Allows marketers to search and view competitor email campaigns
• Revenue: $1M/year through:
  • Display ads
  • Affiliate links when users click through to brands
• Built as a side project by one person
• Low maintenance - automatically collects and archives emails
• Solves problem of marketers needing to subscribe to dozens of competitor emails

OnlyFinders

• Search engine for OnlyFans content creators
• Monetization through pay-per-click from creators/agencies
• Focuses on high-intent category searches
• Key Strategy:
  • Ranks high in SEO for specific category searches
  • Connects creators with targeted traffic
  • Fills discovery gap that OnlyFans platform intentionally doesn't provide
• Run by one person
• Leverages growth of OnlyFans platform
• Provides value to both creators seeking traffic and users seeking specific content

Common Success Factors:

• Aggregate existing content rather than creating new content
• Fill specific market needs/gaps
• Low maintenance once systems are built
• Strong SEO focus
• Clear monetization model
• Leverage growth of larger platforms/markets