Private prices
Member access only.
Private wholesale marketplace
Buy wholesale.
Sell privately.
Discover domains, negotiate directly, and close with a trusted provider.
Low fees
1% seller platform fee + provider fees typically 3–5%.
Buyer pays 0%
No DomainNames.io platform fee.
Direct negotiation
Buyer and seller agree privately.
Private by design
Wholesale stays wholesale.
Domains, wholesale prices and price history are available to signed-in members only. Inventory routes are kept out of search and major AI crawlers, so you can price for wholesale without creating a public reference point for resale or end-user negotiations.
Signed-in members only
No public price history
Search & AI crawler blocked
How it works
From browsing to a completed deal.
Browse domains
Find inventory that fits.
Check price & status
Review asking price and verification.
Message & offer
Negotiate terms in private.
Start transaction
Seller authorizes the 1% platform fee.
Complete with provider
Payment and transfer happen with the selected provider.
DomainNames.io connects the parties and manages its platform fee; it does not hold the domain purchase price or act as escrow.
Secure third-party closing
Message here.
Close there.
Agree on the deal in DomainNames.io, then use a recognized checkout or escrow provider for payment and domain transfer.
1% seller platform fee
See transaction guide
- Seller only — the buyer pays no DomainNames.io platform fee.
- Authorize the fee before sharing the official provider link; authorization starts as a card hold.
- Captured on completion, or near authorization expiry while an active provider link has been shared.
- Verified failed sale: full platform-fee refund. Provider fees are separate.
SpaceshipSellerHub SafePay
AfternicCustom Checkout Link
DynadotNew Lead
Escrow.comStandard / Concierge
Rate snapshot reviewed August 27, 2026. Provider terms and extra payment or payout charges may apply.
FAQ
Common questions.
Short answers about pricing, verification, fees, and how deals close.
What is DomainNames.io?
A private wholesale marketplace for domain investors to browse inventory, negotiate directly, and complete deals through recognized third-party providers.
How are wholesale prices kept private?
Domain listings, wholesale prices and price history are for signed-in members. Inventory pages and APIs are kept out of search and major AI crawlers, helping protect resale and end-user pricing.
How is domain ownership verification shown?
Listings show their ownership-verification status so buyers can see whether verification has been completed before they deal.
What fees does DomainNames.io charge?
Sellers pay a 1% DomainNames.io platform fee. Buyers pay no DomainNames.io platform fee; third-party provider fees are separate.
Does DomainNames.io hold the payment or act as escrow?
No. Payment and domain transfer happen through a recognized third-party checkout or escrow provider.
Can buyers and sellers negotiate directly?
Yes. Buyers and sellers can message and agree on terms privately before starting the transaction.
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