Ownership & Funding
RakibulSumon.com is independently owned and operated by Rakibul Sumon.
Ownership Structure
100% independently owned by Rakibul Sumon with no external investors, partners, or shareholders.
This site is a personal project created to:
- Document learning and exploration in SaaS growth
- Share insights with founders and growth practitioners
- Build in public and learn from the community
- Create useful resources for people navigating similar challenges
Funding Model
Current Funding Sources
Self-funded personal project
This site is funded entirely by me. There are no external revenue sources, investors, grants, or sponsors influencing content.
No advertising revenue
This site does not run display ads, sponsored posts, or paid promotions.
Occasional affiliate links
Some content may include affiliate links to tools or resources I genuinely use and recommend. These are always disclosed clearly and do not influence editorial decisions.
Current status: Minimal to no affiliate links currently in use.
What This Means
- No one pays me to write specific content
- No advertiser influences what I publish
- No investor has a stake in editorial direction
- I write about what I find interesting and useful
Revenue and Monetization
Current Approach
This site is not currently monetized beyond minimal affiliate links (when applicable).
I prioritize building useful content and trust over immediate revenue generation.
Potential Future Revenue Streams
In the future, I may explore:
- Affiliate partnerships: Recommending tools I genuinely use (always disclosed)
- Digital products: Guides, templates, or frameworks (created independently)
- Consulting or advisory: Working directly with SaaS teams
- Premium content: In-depth resources for paying subscribers
Transparency commitment: Any new revenue streams will be disclosed clearly on this page and in relevant content.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions—what to publish, how to frame it, and which topics to explore—are made independently.
Key Principles
No paid placements
I do not accept payment to feature, review, or recommend specific products or services.
No sponsored content
Content is not written on behalf of sponsors or advertisers. If this changes, sponsored content will be clearly labeled.
Honest recommendations
If I recommend a tool, resource, or approach, it's because I believe it's useful—not because someone paid me to say so.
Transparent affiliations
Any financial relationship, partnership, or affiliation that could influence content is disclosed upfront.
Operating Costs
Running this site involves minimal costs, including:
- Domain registration and renewal
- Website hosting services
- Email service provider (if applicable)
- Analytics and performance tools
- Occasional software subscriptions for content creation
These costs are covered personally without external funding.
No External Investors
This site has not received and does not currently seek:
- Venture capital funding
- Angel investment
- Grants or subsidies
- Corporate sponsorships
- Private equity backing
Why this matters: Independence means I can focus on creating useful content without pressure to serve investor interests, hit growth targets, or prioritize revenue over value.
Affiliate Disclosure
When affiliate links are present, they are disclosed in one or more of the following ways:
- Clear notation at the beginning or end of the article
- Inline disclosure next to the link
- Visual indicator (such as an asterisk or label)
Example disclosure: "This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only recommend tools I genuinely use and believe are valuable."
Current Affiliate Relationships
As of this update, affiliate relationships are minimal or non-existent. If this changes, specific partnerships will be listed here.
Changes to This Policy
If ownership, funding, or monetization changes significantly, this page will be updated to reflect the new structure.
Transparency is a core value. You'll always know who owns this site and how it's funded.
Contact
If you have questions about ownership, funding, or editorial independence:
Get in touch:
Email: contact@rakibulsumon.com