Nature of Operations

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2013

Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]

Nature of Operations

1. Nature of Operations

XO Group Inc. ("XO Group" or the "Company") is the premier consumer Internet and media company devoted to weddings, pregnancy, and everything in between, providing couples, nesters and new parents with the trusted information, products, and advice they need to guide them through some of the most transformative events of their lives. The Company's family of premium brands began with the number one wedding brand, The Knot, and has grown to include The Nest, The Bump, and Ijie.com. The Company also operates a number of ancillary sites, including WeddingChannel.com and Weddings.com. XO Group is recognized by the industry for innovation in media — from the web to social media and mobile, magazines and books, and video. XO Group has grown its business to include online sponsorship and advertising, registry services, e-commerce, and publishing.