Buying a
domain name
How do I buy a domain name?
Purchasing a domain name can be simple and smooth, provided that you adhere to a few
simple guidelines:
- Pay by credit card or escrow if possible. If the seller does not accept credit
cards, and you prefer not to use an escrow service, propose that the seller alter the
Admin Contact on the domain name record to your name as a "good faith gesture"
before sending payment.
- Have an idea of a domain name's value to you before making an offer. Never pay more than
the maximum value of a domain name to you. Note: often a domain
name's value to a buyer is higher than that of the seller.
- Treat Internic as a partner in the transaction. Complete Internic's domain
transfer form properly and completely, and feel free to call Network Solutions if you have
questions at 1-888-642-9675.
Can I buy and use a domain name that is a trademark of someone else?
Perhaps, but it depends on the circumstances. For example, if IBM bought apple.com,
legal precedent indicates that the court would likely require IBM to release apple.com to
Apple Computer. If, however, an apple farmer bought apple.com to sell fruit over the
Internet, Apple Computer would likely have a weaker claim. As this is an emerging area of
law, we highly recommend that you review Internic's policy on domain name ownership and
speak to an attorney.
Appraise a domain name at 50% off today!
Hint: Use this tool to augment your negotiating
position by learning the value of a domain name you want to purchase.
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