functn

What functn does

Functn GmbH is a Vienna-based creative digital agency founded in 2010 that designs, develops, and operates custom websites, online shops, and web applications for enterprise, government, and growth-stage clients. The agency's core service offering spans four pillars — web design, web development, search engine optimization, and web accessibility (WCAG 2.2 AA) — supplemented by a dedicated e-commerce solutions practice and a certified Contentful Silver Solutions Partner program covering headless CMS and composable content strategy. Its technology stack is modern and composable, anchored on React, Next.js, and TypeScript on the frontend, headless CMS layers (Contentful, Sanity, Payload), e-commerce platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce in headless configurations), and deployment across Vercel, AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and Cloudflare. The agency integrates a broad partner ecosystem including Algolia and Meilisearch for search, Stripe for payments, MS Dynamics and SAP for ERP, onOffice for real estate, and Cvent for events. Go-to-market is sales-led and direct, with managing partners Philip Ehrenfellner and Christoph Peter personally leading enterprise and government engagement; distribution relies on the firm's own website, organic and paid digital marketing, social channels (LinkedIn, Instagram), and client referrals.

The business model is project-based professional services, with pricing not publicly disclosed and quotes handled through direct contact. Customer concentration is diversified across at least 14 named logos spanning logistics (DHL), aviation (Austrian Airlines), real estate (STRABAG Real Estate, Crownd Estates), food and beverage (Kotányi), government (Austrian Federal Ministry of Education), tourism (Thermenresort Loipersdorf), energy (Wien Energie), agriculture insurance (Hagelversicherung), education (ARS Akademie), and SMB brands. The firm has earned repeated third-party recognition, including Red Dot Winner 2024, Awwwards Honorable Mention 2024, a Contentful Silver Partner badge, CSS Star, Ecommerce Design Awards Site of the Day, and Intermedia Globe Gold. Functn is privately held by its managing partners, operates from Mariahilfer Straße 1b/6 in Vienna, and reports no external funding, no parent company, and no subsidiaries in the available data.

Name

functn

Legal name

functn GmbH

Website

https://functn.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Functn is a Vienna-based creative digital agency designing and developing custom websites, e-commerce stores, and web applications for enterprise, government, and growth-stage clients using modern headless and composable architectures.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Agency Services

NAICS

Graphic Design Services (541430), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Advertising Agencies (7311)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital Creative & Experience Design Agencies (Web/App/UX) (MPAAAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Creative Concepting & Campaign Development (BPAFAEAD)

Keywords

• Web design services
• Web development services
• Search engine optimization
• Web accessibility services
• Headless e-commerce solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Vienna

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Digital Agency Services: Functn generates revenue through custom web design, web development, SEO, accessibility, and e-commerce project engagements. Services are billed as project-based professional services, with ongoing client relationships across multiple industry verticals. The agency also offers Contentful partner services, e-commerce solutions, and training.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

functn is a Vienna-based creative digital agency that combines strategic thinking with future-oriented technologies to develop digital experiences for businesses. The agency offers custom web design, web development, SEO, WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility services, e-commerce solutions (including headless commerce on Shopify and WooCommerce), and certified Contentful partner services for headless CMS and composable content strategies.

Product overview

Functn is a Vienna-based creative digital agency that combines strategic thinking with future technologies. The agency offers four core services: Web Design (creating digital experiences from wireframe to launch with mobile-first and inclusive design), Web Development (building custom websites, portals, e-commerce stores, and web applications), SEO (search engine optimization including audits, content, and technical SEO), and Accessibility (WCAG-compliant consulting, design, and development). Beyond core services, the agency specializes in E-Commerce Solutions for customized webshops using platforms like Shopify and WooCommerce with headless commerce architecture, and serves as a certified Contentful Partner providing headless CMS integration with strategy, architecture, and training services. The portfolio includes projects across diverse sectors including e-commerce (fragrance, fashion, spices), real estate, education, government applications, hospitality, and events.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Web Design Strategic web design services that create digital experiences from wireframe to launch, with a mobile-first approach and inclusive design practices. Targeted at up-and-coming companies and established enterprises seeking custom digital experiences.
• Web Development Custom web development services that build marketing websites, online portals, e-commerce stores, and web applications using modern technologies and frameworks. Targeted at enterprises, government institutions, and growth-stage businesses.
• SEO Search engine optimization services including audits, reporting, backlink analysis, keyword research, link building, technical SEO, on-page optimization, and content creation. Targeted at businesses seeking sustainable organic growth and improved search visibility.
• Accessibility Web accessibility services covering WCAG 2.2 AA audits, consulting, accessible design, development, accessible PDF template creation, and team training. Targeted at organizations required to comply with accessibility regulations and best practices.
• E-Commerce Solutions Customized webshop development with headless commerce architecture using Shopify, WooCommerce, and other e-commerce technologies, paired with SEO, social media, newsletter, and Google Ads services. Targeted at fashion, beauty, food and beverage, and lifestyle brands seeking bespoke online stores.
• Contentful Partner Services Certified Contentful Silver Solutions Partner services for building modern content platforms with headless architectures and composable content strategies for multichannel communication and digital commerce. Includes strategy, architecture, integration, and team training. Targeted at enterprises and organizations requiring scalable content distribution.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 30% annual revenue growth for Duft und Kultur e-commerce store since launch
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration18 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ContentfulcoreTechnology or IntegrationFunctn is a certified Contentful Silver Solutions Partner, specializing in headless architectures and composable content strategies. The partnership enables clients to build modern content platforms with scalable solutions for multichannel communication and digital commerce, supported by strategy, architecture, integration, and team training services.
• TechTalkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-development partner for the Austrian government Wissensbilanz web application project. TechTalk collaborated with Functn to provide an online tool for universities to submit reports to the Ministry of Education, significantly advancing the digitalization process.
• DigitalistenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSEO strategy partnership for the ARS Akademie project. Digitalisten co-developed and implemented the SEO concept including comprehensive overview pages and targeted landing pages for the education booking platform.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• denkwerk: Cologne-based full-service digital agency delivering web, e-commerce, and brand experience projects for enterprise clients. Comparable as a German creative digital agency with a similar headless/composable commerce orientation and enterprise client portfolio.
• Scholz & Volkmer: Wiesbaden-based creative digital agency with deep Contentful expertise and award-winning work in e-commerce and corporate platforms. Highly comparable due to similar Contentful partnership, enterprise focus, and award-winning design pedigree.
• Massive Art: Vorarlberg, Austria-based digital agency offering web design, development, and branding for SMEs and enterprises. Comparable because it is an Austrian creative digital studio with overlapping service mix (web, e-commerce, CMS) targeting DACH and international clients.
• Netural Communication: Linz-based digital agency offering web, CMS, and accessibility services for public and enterprise clients. Comparable as an Austrian peer with overlapping public-sector and accessibility (WCAG) capabilities and similar mid-market positioning.

Direct peers

• Neofonie: Berlin-based digital agency building custom web platforms, e-commerce, and content solutions for enterprise clients. Comparable due to similar headless CMS expertise, enterprise focus, and integration-heavy project delivery model.
• UID (User Interface Design GmbH): Ludwigshafen-based UX and design agency that also delivers web and digital product development with strong enterprise/government work. Comparable due to similar blend of UX design, accessibility, and custom web engineering for complex enterprise clients.
• oddity: Stuttgart-based digital agency with strong e-commerce, content, and platform expertise serving enterprise clients in DACH. Comparable as a German creative digital agency competing for similar headless commerce and Contentful-driven engagements.
• Fork Unstable Media: Hamburg-based creative technology agency specializing in headless web, digital products, and award-winning brand experiences. Comparable as a mid-sized DACH agency with similar headless/composable tech stack and creative-award positioning.

Broad incumbents

• SinnerSchrader (Accenture Song): Hamburg-born digital agency now part of Accenture Song, offering web, e-commerce, and platform builds for large European brands. Comparable as a much larger incumbent in the DACH digital agency market competing for similar enterprise web and commerce mandates.
• SYZYGY Performance GmbH: Frankfurt-listed digital agency delivering UX, web, and platform solutions for enterprise clients across Europe. Comparable as a larger, publicly visible DACH digital agency competing for similar enterprise web and e-commerce mandates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 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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