Valuation

Domain Appraisal

A domain's worth isn't arbitrary — it reflects how memorable, marketable, and in-demand the name is. Here are the factors that shape value, and how to get a read on a name you own or want.

What Drives a Domain's Value

Extension (TLD)

A .com still carries the most trust and resale demand. Strong alternatives like .io, .net, .org, and category-specific extensions can be valuable when they fit the audience.

Length & Memorability

Short, easy-to-say names that pass the "radio test" — spelled correctly after hearing them once — command a premium. Every extra syllable or ambiguous spelling lowers value.

Keyword & Search Demand

Names built on terms people actively search or that define a commercial category carry built-in relevance and traffic potential.

Brandability

Invented or evocative names that are distinctive, trademark-friendly, and flexible across products often outperform literal keyword names for startups.

Comparable Sales

The clearest signal is what similar names have actually sold for. We benchmark against recent comparable sales in the same category and extension.

Category & Timing

Demand shifts. Names in fast-growing sectors — AI, fintech, crypto, health — can appreciate as the category heats up.

How We Price the Vault

Every domain in our collection is priced using these same factors, weighed against comparable sales — not guesswork. That's why each listing shows both an outright price and a monthly license option, so the value works for different budgets and stages.

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Curious what a domain is worth — one of ours, or one you already own? Send it over and we'll share an informal valuation.

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