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Alibris
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Alibris

Alibris

Series F

Alibris: Your online marketplace for new, used, and rare books, music, and movies.

HQ
Emeryville, CA, US
Founded
1997
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Alibris is an online marketplace founded in 1997 in Emeryville, California. It specializes in offering new, used, and rare books, as well as music and movies. The company's mission is to connect people who love books, music, and movies with independent sellers from around the world, providing a diverse and extensive catalog.

Alibris has made a significant impact by creating a platform that supports independent sellers and offers consumers a wide range of products. The company is led by CEO Anindo Dey and has established itself as a trusted name in the specialty retail industry.

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Alibris - Quick Facts

Who are Alibris' competitors?

Companies similar to Alibris include Discover Books, Better World Books, BookThatBook and Barnesandnoble COM.

When was Alibris founded?

Alibris was founded in 1997.

Where is Alibris' headquarters located?

Alibris' headquarters is located in Emeryville, CA, US.

When was Alibris' last funding round?

Alibris' most recent funding round was for $4.8M (USD) in February 2004.

How much has Alibris raised to-date?

As of Feb 1, 2004, Alibris has raised a total of $64M (USD).

How many employees does Alibris have?

Alibris has 25 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Alibris - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
Technology
  • SaaS
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Books
  • Music
Tags
  • eCommerce
  • Marketplace
NAICS
  • 459200Book Retailers and News Dealers
  • 459210Book Retailers and News Dealers
  • 450000Retail Trade
  • 459000Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
SIC
  • 5940Miscellaneous Shopping Goods Stores
  • 5942Book Stores
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail
ISIC
  • 4791Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet
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NAICS
  • 440000Retail Trade
  • 459500Used Merchandise Retailers
  • 459510Used Merchandise Retailers
  • 459100Sporting Goods, Hobby, and Musical Instrument Retailers
  • 459140Musical Instrument and Supplies Retailers
SIC
  • 5930Used Merchandise Stores
  • 5932Used Merchandise Stores
  • 5960Nonstore Retailers
  • 5961Catalog And Mail-order Houses
  • 5000Wholesale Trade-durable Goods
  • 5700Home Furniture, Furnishings, And Equipment Stores
  • 5730Radio, Television, Consumer Electronics, And Music Stores
  • 5990Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 5736Musical Instrument Stores
  • 5999Miscellaneous Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified