Short domain names are the most valuable real estate on the internet. They're easier to remember, faster to type, and project confidence and authority. This guide shows you how to find and secure the best short domains still available.
Features
- Market Overview — Understand the current landscape of short domain availability and pricing.
- Acquisition Strategies — Learn proven strategies for securing short domains, including aftermarket purchases.
- TLD Alternatives — Discover how non-.com TLDs open up a world of available short domains.
- Valuation Guide — Learn how to evaluate the worth of short domain names.
Tips
- Non-.com TLDs (.io, .co, .ai) still have many available 3-5 letter domains.
- Domain hacks can make longer words into effectively shorter domains.
- Consider buying from the aftermarket if your preferred short domain is taken.
- Short domains are investment-grade assets — they rarely lose value over time.
FAQ
What counts as a 'short' domain name?
Generally, domains with 6 or fewer characters (excluding the TLD) are considered short. Ultra-short domains are 3-4 characters. The shorter the domain, the more valuable and harder to find it typically is.
Where can I buy short domain names?
Use our tool to check availability of short domains across all TLDs. For taken short domains, explore aftermarket platforms like Sedo, Afternic, or Dan.com where domain investors sell premium short names.