What LIMESODA does

LIMESODA (legal entity: LimeSoda Interactive Marketing GmbH) is a privately held Austrian full-service digital agency founded in 2002 and headquartered in Vienna, with additional offices in St. Pölten and Linz. Founded originally as a rock-band-era venture by Dr. Philipp Pfaller, Bernd Pfeiffer, and Klaus Feiler — who remain equal one-third shareholders — the firm employs 40+ permanent specialists serving Austrian SMEs, enterprises, public administration, and NGOs.

The agency's core offering is integrated digital services spanning e-commerce consulting and implementation (specialized in Magento, Shopware, WooCommerce, and the avanta B2B platform), website and web application development (TYPO3, WordPress, headless CMS, web apps, IoT integration), brand experience, social media management, and online marketing (SEO, SEA, programmatic including connected TV and in-game advertising, content, email, and eSports). Technology stack integrates certified platform expertise across major open-source commerce and CMS ecosystems with AI-enabled service layers including chatbot development, AI-powered personalization and product recommendations, and GEO optimization for AI search models. The firm holds WACA Silber accessibility certification (WCAG 2.2 AA), Google Partner status, and TYPO3 Association Silver Partner credentials.

Revenue is generated through project-based implementations, retainer-based managed services (hosting, quality assurance, ongoing marketing), and workshop/training engagements, with custom project quotes rather than standardized pricing. GTM is consultative enterprise sales plus event- and content-driven inbound, supported by an active content Hub, multi-channel social presence (2M+ fans, 100M+ annual Facebook impressions for clients), university teaching, and industry conference speaking. Customer outcomes cited include €100M annual client webshop revenue, 30M annual page views, and 500K annual orders managed across the agency's portfolio.

Name

LIMESODA

Legal name

LimeSoda Interactive Marketing GmbH

Website

https://limesoda.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

LIMESODA is an Austrian full-service digital agency founded in 2002, specializing in e-commerce (Magento, Shopware, WooCommerce), web development, online marketing, and social media for enterprises, SMEs, public sector, and NGOs across the DACH region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Vienna

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Digital Consulting Services: Project-based and retainer-based consulting for E-Commerce, websites, online marketing strategy, and digital transformation. Revenue generated through hourly consulting, project fees, and ongoing advisory relationships.
2. Web Development and E-Commerce Implementation: Custom web development, e-commerce platform implementation, and website creation. Revenue from project-based implementation fees for websites, web shops, and web applications.
3. Online Marketing Services: SEO, SEM, programmatic advertising, social media marketing, and content marketing services. Ongoing retainer-based relationships for marketing campaigns and optimization.
4. Training and Workshops: AI workshops, SEO workshops, E-Commerce workshops, and professional training sessions for teams and individuals.
5. Managed Services and Hosting: Ongoing website hosting, quality assurance, and project management services for maintained client relationships.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

LIMESODA is a full-service Austrian digital agency offering end-to-end digital solutions across e-commerce platform implementation (Magento, Shopware, WooCommerce, avanta B2B), website and web application development (TYPO3, WordPress, headless architecture, web apps), online marketing services (SEO, SEA, programmatic advertising, content marketing, email), social media strategy and management, brand experience design, and digital consulting including AI strategy, accessibility, and GDPR compliance. The agency delivers project-based implementations alongside ongoing retainer relationships for marketing, hosting, and managed services.

Product overview

LIMESODA is a full-service Austrian digital agency founded in 2002, offering an integrated portfolio of e-commerce, website, and online marketing services. The core offering spans E-Commerce Agentur (with specializations in Magento, Shopware, WooCommerce, and avanta B2B platforms), Websites & Apps (including TYPO3, WordPress, Web Apps, Headless CMS, IoT, and AI Chatbots), Brand Experience, Social Media services, and Online Marketing (SEO, SEA, Programmatic, Content, Email, and eSports Marketing). The agency also provides consulting services (accessibility, sustainability, GDPR compliance, performance, security), creative services (copywriting, video, sound, UX design), development services (web development, interface/API development), project management, quality assurance, and hosting. LIMESODA operates from three Austrian locations (Vienna, St. Pölten, Linz) with 40+ employees and serves clients ranging from SMEs to international corporations, NGOs, and public administration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• E-Commerce Agency Services End-to-end e-commerce consulting, platform selection, implementation, and optimization for B2B and B2C online stores, covering strategy through to go-live support. Targeted at businesses seeking online sales channels.
• Website and Web App Development Custom website and web application development including mobile optimization, accessibility, multi-language support, and external system integration. For companies needing professional web presence and digital products.
• Online Marketing Services Comprehensive online marketing services covering SEO, search engine advertising (Google Ads, Microsoft Ads), programmatic advertising, content marketing, and email marketing campaigns. Delivered via ongoing retainer engagements for businesses.
• Social Media Agency Services Full-service social media management including strategy, content creation, paid social advertising, influencer marketing, employer branding, and crisis communication across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms.
• Digital Consulting Strategic consulting services covering e-commerce, AI strategy, online strategy, social media consulting, startup advisory, requirement engineering, and pitch consulting. Includes specialized consulting for accessibility, sustainability, GDPR compliance, performance, and security.
• Training and Workshops Professional training sessions and workshops covering SEO, SEA, programmatic advertising, e-commerce, social media, and AI topics for team and individual clients.
• Brand Experience Services Brand strategy, identity development, and brand communication services supporting the overall brand experience for clients.
• Chatbots and AI Solutions AI-powered chatbot development, AI strategy consulting, intelligent product recommendations, and AI workshops for businesses seeking to integrate AI capabilities into customer service and digital experiences.
• Web Hosting and Managed Services Web hosting, ongoing quality assurance, and managed project services for client websites and e-commerce platforms maintained post-launch.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100 Mio. EUR annual revenue generated through client webshops
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

AI capability7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TYPO3-AssociationcoreTechnology or IntegrationSilver partner status supporting the TYPO3 Open Source CMS community since 2016. LIMESODA contributes to TYPO3 development, organizes TYPO3Camp Vienna events, and provides certified TYPO3 development services.
• IAB AustriacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive member since 2017, participating in working groups and networking within the online marketing industry. Won iab webAD sustainability award.
• Leitbetriebe AustriacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified member since 2019, strengthening Austria as a business location and networking with leading Austrian companies.
• designaustriaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember since 2021, networking and promoting Austrian design services and products.
• exvomo AgenturpartnerschaftminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner since 2023, networking with Austrian e-commerce platform scene as an e-commerce agency.
• Sustainable Web ManifestominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSignatory since 2023, committing to sustainable internet practices in web design and digital services.
• WACA (Web Accessibility Certification Austria)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified member since 2025, providing external accessibility auditing for websites and promoting digital accessibility standards.
• GooglecoreTechnology or IntegrationGoogle Partner status for advertising services including Google Ads, Analytics, and Tag Manager implementation.
• Netzwerk Betriebliche GesundheitsförderungcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharter signatory and certified member since 2016, focused on employee health promotion initiatives.
• Charta der VielfaltminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSignatory since 2020, demonstrating commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Unternehmen für FamilienminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommitment signatory since 2020, networking and learning for family-friendly workplace practices.
• Wirtschaftskammer ÖsterreichcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMandatory member since 2002 in WKO professional groups for advertising, consulting, and IT services.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• nexum: Cologne-based full-service digital agency offering e-commerce, web development, content, and online marketing services to enterprise clients across DACH. Direct overlap with LIMESODA on platform-based e-commerce build-outs and performance marketing.
• SYZYGY Group: Bad Homburg-based digital agency group providing web design, e-commerce, CRM, and online marketing services to European enterprise clients. Comparable full-service model and similar mid-market/enterprise client mix.
• dmcgroup: Stuttgart-based digital agency specialized in Magento, Shopware, and TYPO3 implementations with digital marketing services. Closely matches LIMESODA's platform-certification-led go-to-market in the DACH market.
• Scholz & Volkmer: Wiesbaden-based digital agency focused on brand experience, websites, e-commerce, and digital strategy for enterprise brands. Comparable service portfolio and creative-led positioning.
• UDG United Digital Group: Hamburg-based full-service digital agency with strong e-commerce, web development, and online marketing practices serving European enterprise clients. Overlaps with LIMESODA on multi-platform e-commerce and digital transformation projects.
• denkwerk: Cologne-based independent digital agency offering web platforms, e-commerce, online marketing, and digital strategy. Comparable full-service model serving mid-market and enterprise DACH clients.
• Kolle Rebbe: Hamburg-based digital and creative agency with strong brand, web, and digital marketing capabilities. Comparable creative-led full-service agency positioning in the DACH market.

Broad incumbents

• TWT Interactive (now part of Dept): Düsseldorf-based digital agency (now integrated into global network Dept) offering web development, e-commerce, and online marketing across enterprise clients. Larger scale and broader geographic reach than LIMESODA.
• SinnerSchrader (now Accenture Song): Formerly independent Hamburg digital agency, now part of Accenture Song. Comparable digital agency heritage and DACH enterprise focus, but operating within a global consulting network.

Emerging players

• Purple: Austrian digital agency specializing in TYPO3, e-commerce, and digital marketing for enterprise clients. Direct Austrian geographic and platform-overlap with LIMESODA, though at smaller scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/limesoda49
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/limesoda-interactive-marketing-gmbh
• Instagraminstagram.com/limesoda_at
• Xx.com/limesoda_at
• Facebookfacebook.com/limesoda.at

Compliance20 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 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 →

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