{"id":70752,"date":"2022-11-29T13:40:04","date_gmt":"2022-11-29T13:40:04","guid":{"rendered":"\/tutorials\/?p=70752"},"modified":"2026-03-10T10:24:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T10:24:03","slug":"domain-flipping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/in\/tutorials\/domain-flipping","title":{"rendered":"Domain flipping: what it is and how to get started"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether as a full-time business or a side hustle, domain flipping can be a lucrative way to make money online – you can buy relatively cheap domains and sell them for thousands or potentially millions of dollars. For instance, business.com<\/strong> was purchased for $7.5 million<\/strong> in 1999<\/strong> and was sold for $350 million<\/strong> 8 years later.<\/p>

However, to succeed in the domain flipping industry, you must develop an understanding of domain valuation and domain investing, which beginners are not likely to be familiar with. <\/p>

Some domain flippers hold domains longer to maximize return on investment (ROI)<\/strong>, while others turn them into profit in a short period of time, often within a few weeks or months.<\/p>

Whatever approach you have in mind, this article will provide a step-by-step guide on how to flip domains effectively. We’ll also cover the pros and cons of domain flipping and address some of the most frequently asked questions related to the topic.<\/p>

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What is domain flipping?<\/h2>\n

Domain flipping is the practice of buying and selling domain names for a profit. It involves researching and buying low-cost domain names, and then reselling them for a higher price. The goal is to identify domain names with high potential value and sell them to buyers who need them.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>

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What types of domains are best for flipping?<\/h2>

When it comes to domain flipping, you can choose to purchase new domains<\/strong> or expired domains<\/strong>. Even though it’s not certain which type of domain will yield the most profit, it’s important to consider the pros and cons of each domain before selecting one.<\/p>

New domains are typically easier to find and register. In addition, they offer more flexibility when it comes to branding. A new domain has no adverse history attached to it, making it appear more legitimate to prospective buyers.<\/p>

However, selling new domains requires a tremendous effort in implementing search engine optimization (SEO)<\/a> and marketing strategies since they don’t have an authority attached to them yet.<\/p>

On the other hand, purchasing an expired domain name also has its own merits. Most domain investors tend to buy expired domains as they have good domain authority, including an established link equity and traffic volume.<\/p>

That said, an expired domain is often more expensive than a new one due to its limited availability.<\/p>

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Pro Tip<\/h4>\n

Use the domain owner lookup<\/a> tool from Hostinger to find out when a domain name is due to expire. It will allow you to snatch the domain immediately if the current owner decides not to renew it.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>

Before buying an expired domain, make use of SEO tools such as Ahrefs or Moz to check the quality of its backlink profile<\/strong> and page authority (PA)<\/strong>. It’s also important to verify the domain’s history to ensure that search engines do not blocklist it due to illegal activities performed by the previous owner.<\/p>

How to flip a domain<\/h2>

After learning what domain flipping is and the type of domain to buy, you might wonder where to begin. Listed below are five easy steps on how to start flipping domains:<\/p>

1. Find a quality domain<\/h3>

To begin, you’ll need to find domain names<\/a> worth investing in. Ideally, choose inexpensive domains that are likely to increase in value.<\/p>

These are some of the factors that contribute to a domain’s potential value:<\/p>