Our History

11 years of innovation and growth.

An individual vision that grew through collective execution, while preserving one purpose: unlocking talent and pioneering what is next.

2015 Founded in Spain

In Spain, Lucas Maranho founded APDWeb (Apasionados por el Desarrollo Web), which later evolved into liveSEO.

2016 First Client

With SEO mentorship from Juan Gonzales, the agency secured its first client.

2017 Expansion to Brazil

Operations were brought to Brazil, including participation in the Ecoticnova program.

2018 First Headquarters

Opening of the first physical headquarters in Maringa, Parana.

2019 Spaceship Methodology

Creation of Spaceship, the company's proprietary project management methodology.

2020 100 Active Projects

liveSEO reached the milestone of 100 active projects.

2021 Artemis Program

Launch of Artemis, a free in-person SEO training program with over 1,000 applicants and 200 certified professionals.

2022 Accelerated Growth

liveSEO reached 100 employees and 200 active projects.

2023 New Partners

Nine employees became partners, reinforcing the partnership model and internal growth trajectory.

Jun 2024 FibboWeb Founded

A liveSEO spin-off focused on web development and technology solutions.

Jul 2024 JourneySEO Launch

Launch of JourneySEO, a platform built to give agencies and website managers greater autonomy in SEO execution.

Sep 2024 Acquisition of YAV Digital

liveSEO acquired YAV Digital, consolidating what was then the liveSEO Group.

May 2025 Acquisition of N1

Following the acquisition, spin-off FibboWeb began operating under the N1 brand. The group reached 300 active projects and 160 employees.

2025 MetricStage Launch

MetricStage was launched as a company focused on data analytics, data intelligence, and AI applications for marketing and business.

Present Hub40

hub40 is now established as an integrated group for marketing, technology, data, and artificial intelligence solutions, combining specialized companies to accelerate digital growth for leading brands.