What is a domain auction?
Domain auction is a marketplace where domain names that were already registered are put out for sale. There are hundreds of such auctions, however, not all of them provide the necessary level of security for domain trade operations. This is why we decided to form our rating which would consider the popularity, security and amount of domain names sold.
Domain names auctions/marketplaces rating
№1 - Sedo
Way more popular in the US, still very oftenly used around the globe, the service offers a wide range of domains and additional services.
№2 - Godaddy.com
Being world’s biggest registrar GoDaddy provides a wide range of services. Domain name auction is one of such. That’s the reason for the large amounts of domain names being sold through them, as well as high security and the Registrar themselves as the guarantor.
№3 - Namecheap.com
Previous Registrar’s direct competitor. Their domain marketplace has a user friendly interface, comfortable filters and a lot of domain names offered. Obviously, security of transactions is on the highest level.
№4 - Flippa
One of the most popular marketplaces around. You can check for domain names and find a broker for your deal here.
№5 - FE International
Just like Flippa, this resource is a designated marketplace. High security and comfort for you to sell or buy your domain name.
Forums
Nowadays many forums have domain and website marketplaces. You can find a broker that will ensure transaction security as well. It will be cheaper but less secure than buying/selling a domain on a marketplace. You can sell or buy a website on Digital point. It is one of the most popular forums. The required topic is here. Also, dnforum.com and namepros.com are worth a try.
