Domain Name Wire Podcast A domain investor’s results: .io, .ai, .com – DNW Podcast #523
Feb 24, 2025
Art Malikov, a domain investor and co-founder of a crypto startup, shares his journey in the competitive world of .io and .ai domains. He reveals how tweaking landing pages boosted his sales and discusses effective pricing strategies. The conversation dives into the importance of premium domains and the impact of the current market landscape, including trends and potential challenges. Malikov also touches on the implications of recent changes in domain registries and the evolving dynamics of domain investments in 2024.
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Landing Page Tweak
- Consider switching from "Buy Now" to "Make Offer" landing pages.
- Art Malikov doubled his .com sales using this Afternic feature.
Profitability Strategy
- Art Malikov's median domain purchase price is $30, while his median sale price is $5,000.
- He achieved this by acquiring domains through closeouts and lower-priced auctions.
Shift to Premium Domains
- Art Malikov shifted from closeouts to premium domain acquisitions.
- He now buys from NameFind auctions and other premium marketplaces.