Don't contact
the owner yourself.
The moment you reach out, you lose leverage. We negotiate anonymously. The owner never knows who's buying.
The moment you reach out directly,
the price goes up.
When your domain is already taken
You find the domain you want. It's already taken — registered by someone else. So you look up the owner and send an email.
The owner Googles your name. They see your company, your funding, your brand. The domain that was worth $50,000 yesterday is now worth $500,000.
This happens on nearly every direct outreach. The buyer reveals intent. The seller adjusts the price.
A broker contacts the registered owner as a neutral third party. Your identity stays hidden. The negotiation happens at fair market value, not inflated by who you are.
Our story
"If he wasn't ready to sell it now, the only thing I needed to do was be the first person he opened the door for when he was."
— Michael Gargiulo, on acquiring VPN.com
In 2014, Michael found the perfect domain for his cybersecurity venture. VPN.com. It wasn't for sale.
He spent four years building a relationship with the owner. No pressure. No ultimatums. When the owner was finally ready, Michael was the first call.
The asking price was nearly $2 million. They closed at $976,730 — saving $750K through patient, professional negotiation.
Then Michael met Sharjil Saleem. Together they built the brokerage that now handles deals from $25,000 to $25 million.
Michael Gargiulo
Founder & CEO · Forbes Tech Council
Sharjil Saleem
VP of Domains · 9 DNJournal Top 100
A sample of our portfolio
1,000+ transactions · Ranked #1 domain broker for large deals by Neil Patel · Forbes Technology Council
How it works
You tell us the taken domain.
Submit the existing domain you want to purchase. Your inquiry is completely confidential.
We track down the owner.
Our team identifies the current registrant, even if the WHOIS is private or the domain isn't listed anywhere.
We negotiate on your behalf.
We approach the registered owner as a neutral third party. Your identity stays hidden. No price inflation.
We close and transfer via escrow.
Once terms are agreed, the domain transfers through escrow. You're protected at every step. No upfront fees. We only charge when we close.
Common questions
How do I buy a domain that's already taken?
Hire a domain broker to purchase the existing domain on your behalf. The broker contacts the owner as a neutral third party, keeps your identity hidden, and handles the entire acquisition from outreach to escrow-protected transfer.
How long does it take?
Most acquisitions close in 2-8 weeks. Simple deals can close in days. Complex negotiations involving multiple stakeholders or corporate-owned domains can take longer. We keep you updated at every stage.
What does it cost?
No upfront fees. Our commission is based on the final purchase price of the existing domain. We only earn when you successfully acquire it. Using a broker typically saves money by preventing the price inflation that happens when buyers approach registered owners directly.
Can you acquire domains that aren't listed for sale?
Yes. VPN.com itself wasn't for sale when we acquired it — saving $750K off the initial asking price. Most of our work involves domains that aren't publicly listed.
Why shouldn't I contact the owner myself?
The moment you reach out, you reveal who you are. The owner sees your company, your funding, your brand. The price goes up. A broker prevents this entirely — so you purchase the taken domain at a fair price.
Ready?
Tell us the taken domain. We'll assess feasibility and reach out anonymously on your behalf.
Request a private consultation