IKEA
The global furniture retailer born in Småland.
IKEA at a glance
IKEA is an e-commerce website and one of the most visited sites in Sweden, currently ranked #7 in the country. It was founded in 1943 by Ingvar Kamprad and is headquartered in Delft, Netherlands / Älmhult, Sweden. Today IKEA is owned by Inter IKEA Group. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 24 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through marketplace commissions from sellers, seller advertising and sponsored placements, delivery and fulfilment fees. Its closest rivals include jysk.se, mio.se.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 22.6 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 23.3 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 24 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 25.4 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct48%
App-first shopping habit
- Organic search31%
- Paid search11%
- Social6%
- Referral & email4%
Audience & demographics
- Women54%
- Men46%
- Age 25-3430%
- Age 18-2423%
- Age 35-4422%
The audience is concentrated in Sweden, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Sweden86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 7.2 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Sweden
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| ikea | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| online shopping | Top 10 | High | — |
| discount codes | Top 10 | High | — |
| free delivery | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Sweden web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 76% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading e-commerce apps in Sweden
Company information
- Website
- ikea.com
- Sector
- E-commerce
- Owner
- Inter IKEA Group
- Owner type
- Private group
- Founders
- Ingvar Kamprad
- Founded
- 1943
- Headquarters
- Delft, Netherlands / Älmhult, Sweden
- Ownership
- Inter IKEA Group controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Languages
- Swedish, English and 30+ markets
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, paid search
Financials
- Revenue
- Not publicly disclosed
- Ownership
- Private group
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
IKEA operates an online retail and marketplace platform focused on Sweden. The global furniture retailer born in Småland. Revenue comes mainly from marketplace commissions from sellers, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Marketplace commissions from sellers
- Seller advertising and sponsored placements
- Delivery and fulfilment fees
- Private-label and first-party retail margin
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International presence
- Primary market
- Sweden
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Sweden)
- #7 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading e-commerce site in Sweden
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| jysk.se | ≈ 14.4 million / month | #8 class competitor | — |
| mio.se | ≈ 10.8 million / month | #9 class competitor | — |
What is IKEA?
IKEA (ikea.com) is an online retail and marketplace platform serving users in Sweden. The global furniture retailer born in Småland. It ranks #7 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the e-commerce category.
Who owns IKEA?
The site is operated by Inter IKEA Group, founded by Ingvar Kamprad. The company was established in 1943 and is headquartered in Delft, Netherlands / Älmhult, Sweden.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place IKEA at roughly 24 million visits per month, about 0.8 million per day. Around 76% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 7.4 pages per visit with an average session of 6 min.
How IKEA makes money
Revenue comes primarily from marketplace commissions from sellers, alongside seller advertising and sponsored placements, delivery and fulfilment fees, private-label and first-party retail margin.
Competitors in Sweden
Its closest rivals include jysk.se, mio.se.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 1943
IKEA is founded in Delft, Netherlands / Älmhult, Sweden.
- Growth phase
Expands its e-commerce offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #7 among the most visited websites in Sweden.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Wide product assortment with competitive local pricing
- Established delivery and returns network
- Local payment methods and installment options
- Mature seller tools and campaign calendar
Cons
- Product quality varies between third-party sellers
- Returns and disputes can take time on marketplace orders
- Commissions and ad costs pressure smaller sellers
- International shipping coverage is limited
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns IKEA?
IKEA is operated by Inter IKEA Group. Private group structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is IKEA headquartered?
IKEA is headquartered in Delft, Netherlands / Älmhult, Sweden.
When was IKEA founded?
IKEA was founded in 1943 by Ingvar Kamprad.
What is IKEA's revenue?
IKEA does not publish standalone revenue; income comes from marketplace commissions from sellers, seller advertising and sponsored placements, delivery and fulfilment fees, private-label and first-party retail margin.
Who are IKEA's competitors?
Main competitors in Sweden include jysk.se, mio.se.
How does IKEA make money?
Mainly marketplace commissions from sellers, seller advertising and sponsored placements, delivery and fulfilment fees, private-label and first-party retail margin.
Is IKEA publicly traded?
No — IKEA is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by Inter IKEA Group.
How many visitors does IKEA get?
Third-party estimates place IKEA at roughly 24 million visits per month, mostly from Sweden, with 76% mobile traffic.
Is IKEA safe?
IKEA is an established e-commerce site founded in 1943 and ranked #7 in Sweden; use the official domain ikea.com and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsikea.com
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageSweden and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos