How long do you keep a domain name?

Carmy Level 1

December 4, 2012, 5:39 pm

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Most times, I keep a domain for two years before letting it go. The average cost is $20, which is not bad for the time allowed. Also, that gives me plenty of time to decide whether or not it's worth the investment.

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Beverly

I've kept the domain name for my chat forum for at least two years. I'm hoping to keep the domain even if i sell the forum or shut it down.

14 years ago

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tacitinc

I don't sit on domains I don't think won't eventually sell... So it is always worth the investment of $10 per year to keep it on my books until further notice

Don't sit on crappy domains if ya don't have to ;)

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robertman11

Same. I keep them 1 year and if I have done anything in 1 year, I extend.

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Everett

Sometimes I register domains for some unknown reason.. usually on impulse if I find a 'what I think' is nice domain.. and try to develop a project on it.. and then it fails.. so I simply delete it (if given the option) or don't renew. Sad story..

But sometimes, my projects turn out nice and I sell them!

:rolleyes: Just a couple times though.. :|

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tacitinc

Sad story.. But sometimes, my projects turn out nice and I sell them! :rolleyes: Just a couple times though.. :|

haha Lorda' Merccccy o_O I feel your pain Ev ;) story of my life

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Everett

Haha, I'm glad i'm not the only one!

:rolleyes: LOL

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Avery

I rarely make a domain name purchase and usually only after careful consideration. And, then I will keep the domain name a long time, sometimes up to five years if the project is successful.

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