What kind of domain names do domain name buyers generally like to buy?
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In the field of domain name transactions, buyer requests are an important way for investors to obtain their desired domain names. NamePrs provides a dedicated section for connecting buyers who want to purchase domain names with sellers who hold domain names. Recently, I conducted an in-depth study of buyer request posts on NamePrs, summarized its characteristics and trends, and provided practical suggestions for domain name investors.
Research background and methods
On December 4, 2024, I spent several hours carefully reading 101 active domain name buyer request posts on NamePrs. The research content includes:
Requested domain name extension (TLD) and type
The lowest and highest bids for each domain name
The number of transaction comments by the requester
By collating and analyzing these data, I found some interesting trends and phenomena.
Main research findings
1. Wide range of prices
The lowest bid for each domain name ranges from US$1 to US$100,000, with a median of US$250.
The highest bid ranges from US$2 to US$1,000,000, with an average of US$28,300 and a median of US$1,500.
2..cm demand dominates
Among all requests, 68.3% of buyers are interested in .cm domain names. In contrast, other extensions (such as .ai, .i, etc.) are relatively less in demand. This shows that .cm is still the gold standard for domain name transactions.
3. Preference for domain names with specific structures
Buyers prefer single dictionary word domain names or short letter combination domain names, such as 4L (four letters) domain names.
Among them, CVCV structures (consonant-vowel-consonant-vowel) such as "mega" are particularly popular.
Many buyers will exclude certain letters, especially domain name combinations designed to cater to Western or Chinese markets.
4. Fewer domain requirements
Although some requesters explicitly mentioned that they hope the domain name will contain specific suffixes/prefixes or keywords, such as "agent", "rbt", etc., requests for specific fields are rare.
There are not many cases of looking for domain names specifically for end users or specific industries.
5. Trader feedback score
The feedback scores of requesters vary widely, ranging from zero comments for novices to 1,184 feedbacks for experienced traders, but the median is 21 feedbacks. This shows that active traders are more likely to make clear buyer requests.
How to optimize domain buyer requests?
If you plan to make buyer requests on NamePrs or other platforms, the following suggestions can help you attract the right sellers more effectively:
1. Provide clear information
Specify domain extensions, price ranges, word count or structure preferences, etc.
Specify payment methods (such as Escrw.cm) or registrar requirements.
2. Refine requirements
If the target is a specific industry or keyword, please specify it in the request.
Providing more information about the target market (such as the West or Asia) can reduce responses that do not meet the requirements.
3. Build reputation
Buyers with zero transaction records may face trust issues in high-value domain name transactions. It is recommended to gradually accumulate reputation through low-priced domain name transactions or community interactions.
Best Practices for Responding to Buyer Requests
For domain name holders, the following points should be noted when responding to buyer requests:
1. Read the request carefully and only recommend domain names that fully meet the requirements.
2. Make sure the recommended domain name matches the extension and price range.
3. If the request explicitly requires a price, do not send a price-free recommendation.
4. Avoid sending domain names that are uniquely spelled or not explicitly listed by the requester.
Conclusion
Domain name buyer requests provide valuable demand data for the domain name trading market. By analyzing these requests, we can better understand market trends and provide guidance for domain name investment and transactions. Whether it is a buyer or a seller, clarifying the needs and rules, building credibility, and focusing on high-quality domain name types are the keys to success in this market.
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