QX.Net Company

What QX.Net Company does

QX.Net Company (legal name: QX Networking & Design, Inc.) is a privately held telecommunications and business communications provider headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 1997, the firm operates Kentucky's largest dedicated wireless internet network and functions as a regional, independent ISP serving business customers — primarily small-to-mid-market businesses and select enterprise accounts — across central Kentucky and the surrounding region.

The company's product surface spans dedicated internet connectivity (wireless and wired Ethernet at 2Mbps to 1Gbps), an SDWAN platform that bonds multiple carrier circuits with dynamic QoS and node-level security, server colocation in a secure, temperature-controlled facility in Vine Center Tower in downtown Lexington, cPanel-based web hosting and VPS/cloud services across Windows and Unix platforms, IMAP/POP3/SMTP email solutions with SSL/TLS, dedicated fiber (often hybrid-paired with wireless), and voice services. Underlying technology consists of owned wireless backhaul infrastructure in central Kentucky, an Ethernet core network, and an in-Lexington colocation facility with differentiated power redundancy.

Commercially, QX.net operates a sales-led, direct GTM motion anchored by phone sales (1-877-835-1928), web inquiry forms, and account executives targeting Kentucky-based businesses. Revenue is overwhelmingly recurring subscription across all product lines, supplemented by usage-based charges on voice. Pricing is opaque (most tiers require custom quotes), with public-facing hosting tiers (Basic/Enterprise/Largesite) and 12-month minimum contracts on cable modem services carrying early-termination fees ($199 residential / $299 business). In 2024, QX.net was acquired by EarthLink and now operates as a branch of EarthLink Business, gaining expanded network coverage, white-glove digital marketing services, and advanced security solutions for its customer base. Headcount is reported as 11–50 employees.

Name

QX.Net Company

Legal name

QX Networking & Design, Inc.

Website

https://qx.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

QX.Net Company is a Lexington, Kentucky-based independent ISP operating Kentucky's largest dedicated wireless internet network, providing businesses with dedicated internet, SDWAN, colocation, web hosting, email, and voice services as a branch of EarthLink Business.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Internet Services

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) (5171), Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210)

SIC

Radiotelephone Communications (4812), Communications Services, Nec (4899), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Unified Communications & Collaboration Network Services (VoIP/QoS) (BPAEAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cloud Connectivity & Interconnect (Cloud On-Ramps, IX, Cross-Connects) (HDAIAFAF), Cloud PBX & Hosted Telephony (HDAIAHAB), Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Operators (HDAIACAB)

Keywords

• Dedicated internet access
• SDWAN services
• Data center colocation
• Business web hosting
• Business email hosting

Headquarters

HQ city

Lexington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Internet Connectivity Services: Recurring subscription revenue from dedicated wireless and wired internet connectivity services ranging from 2Mbps to 1Gbps. Services include DSL backup options and hybrid circuit combinations.
2. Data Center Colocation: Tiered pricing based on bandwidth, rack space, and power requirements for server colocation in their Lexington facility. Packages range from single 1U servers to multiple racks.
3. Web Hosting/VPS/Cloud Services: cPanel hosting packages (Basic, Enterprise, Largesite) with pricing based on web space, bandwidth, FTP accounts, databases, and domain support. VPS/cloud services available via quote.
4. SDWAN Services: SDWAN platform services that bond multiple circuits, provide dynamic QoS, and ensure end-to-end security for WAN connections.
5. Email Solutions: Email hosting and management services including IMAP, POP3, and SMTP with SSL security. Webmail access provided.
6. Voice Services: Voice services including long distance calling with excess usage charges for international and nationwide calling beyond contracted terms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

QX.net provides business internet and communications services to organizations in Kentucky and the surrounding region, anchored by dedicated wireless and wired Ethernet connectivity (2Mbps–1Gbps). The portfolio is rounded out by SDWAN, server colocation in QX.net's Lexington data center, cPanel-based web hosting and VPS/cloud, managed email supporting IMAP/POP3/SMTP, and VoIP voice services, all delivered as a single-point-of-contact suite.

Product overview

QX.net is a telecommunications and business communications provider offering a unified portfolio of connectivity and hosting services. The core offering centers on dedicated internet connectivity (both wireless and wired Ethernet) ranging from 2Mbps to 1Gbps, supplemented by SDWAN for network optimization, colocation in their Lexington data center, web hosting/VPS/cloud services with cPanel packages, and email solutions supporting IMAP/POP3/SMTP protocols. Voice services and dedicated fiber connections are also available. In 2024, QX.net was acquired by EarthLink Business, expanding the portfolio to include white-glove digital marketing services and advanced security solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dedicated Internet Connectivity (Wireless & Wired Ethernet) High-speed dedicated wireless and wired Ethernet internet connections with committed information rates from 2Mbps to 1Gbps. Wireless solutions offer quick deployment without traditional wire-based circuits, while wired solutions provide direct Ethernet connections into QX.net's core network. Targeted at small, mid-market, and enterprise business customers in Kentucky.
• SDWAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) Network optimization platform that bonds multiple circuits through various carriers for maximum uptime. Features include dynamic QoS, automatic failover, packet-level link balancing, connection monitoring, and end-to-end security for every WAN node. Designed for businesses needing optimized traffic, secure remote connections, and resilient multi-carrier connectivity.
• Colocation Services Server colocation in a highly secure, temperature-controlled facility located in the Vine Center Tower in downtown Lexington. Offers more power redundancy than other providers in Lexington, with custom solutions ranging from single 1U servers to multiple racks. Designed for businesses running mission-critical servers that need low-latency, high-bandwidth connections.
• Web Hosting / VPS / Cloud Services Web hosting with versatile configurations supporting both Windows and Unix platforms. QX cPanel Hosting Packages include Basic (1GB web space, 512GB bandwidth), Enterprise (5GB web space, 512GB bandwidth), and Largesite (20GB web space, 512GB bandwidth) tiers. VPS/cloud services available via quote. Over 1,000 businesses use QX.net as their web host.
• Email Solutions Email service supporting IMAP (port 993), POP3 (port 110), and SMTP (port 587) protocols with SSL/TLS security. Includes webmail access via mail.qx.net (MagicMail), with support for various email clients including Outlook, Apple Mail, and Thunderbird. Designed for business email users across QX.net's customer base.
• Voice Services Business voice services including Voice over IP solutions. Long distance calling with excess usage charges for international and nationwide calling beyond contracted terms. Customers are responsible for guarding against fraudulent usage related to phone systems, PBX, or any system terminating and/or originating voice traffic.
• Dedicated Fiber Dedicated fiber connections that can be combined in a hybrid manner with Dedicated Wireless Internet to give users two fully redundant Internet connections. Marketed to enterprise and business users needing redundant high-bandwidth connectivity.

Quantifiable outcome

• Dedicated wireless internet links can be operational faster than traditional wire-based circuits
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• EarthLink BusinesscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024In 2024, QX.net was acquired by EarthLink, one of the largest internet service providers in the U.S. QX.net now operates as a branch of EarthLink Business. The acquisition provides QX.net customers with expanded network coverage, white-glove digital marketing services, premier business perks, enhanced expertise, and advanced security solutions. QX.net continues to offer telecommunications services under the EarthLink Business umbrella.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• GoNetspeed: Regional fiber ISP expanding dedicated gigabit service into Mid-Atlantic and Midwest markets. Comparable as an emerging regional fiber alternative to QX.net's dedicated wireless.

Direct peers

• altafiber (formerly Cincinnati Bell): Regional fiber and business communications carrier serving the Ohio/Kentucky/Indiana corridor. Closest geographic comparable to QX.net with overlapping fiber, voice, and managed service offerings.
• TPx Communications: Managed services provider focused on internet, SDWAN, UCaaS, and managed security for SMB and mid-market. Closely matches QX.net's product mix and customer profile.

Broad incumbents

• EarthLink: EarthLink is one of the largest U.S. ISPs and acquired QX.net in 2024. It is directly comparable as a national ISP with business-grade internet, SDWAN, voice, and hosting — overlapping QX.net's entire product portfolio at broader scale.
• Comcast Business: National cable provider with deep Kentucky coverage offering business internet, voice, and managed services. Direct competitor to QX.net for SMB and mid-market connectivity deals.
• AT&T Business: National carrier providing fiber, wireless, SDWAN, and managed services across Kentucky. Competes with QX.net across dedicated internet, voice, and enterprise connectivity.
• Spectrum Business: Charter's Spectrum Business provides internet, voice, and managed services across Kentucky. It competes head-on with QX.net for the same small-to-mid-market business connectivity customers.
• Windstream: Regional ILEC and business communications provider offering internet, SDWAN, voice, and managed services across the Midwest and South. Overlaps with QX.net's Kentucky footprint and product set.

Regional players

• Metronet: Fiber-to-the-premises ISP expanding in the Midwest. Comparable as a regional fiber/dedicated internet operator building out markets adjacent to QX.net's Kentucky footprint.
• Consolidated Communications: Regional fiber and business telecom carrier. Comparable as a regional dedicated-internet and voice provider serving smaller markets similar to Kentucky.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/qxnetisp
• Facebookfacebook.com/qxnet-265778891444
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hager-construction-company-inc.

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about QX.Net Company