Item 8.01 Other Events.

On June 25, 2012, Ellie Mae, Inc. (the "Company") announced that it and certain of its directors and executive officers intend to offer shares of the Company's common stock in a public offering pursuant to the Company's effective shelf registration statement. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

In addition, in connection with the proposed public offering, the Company has updated the risk factors contained in its periodic reports filed under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. A copy of the updated risk factors is attached as Exhibit 99.2 hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit
No. Description

99.1 Press Release dated June 25, 2012.

99.2 Risk Factors.

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