How to Buy a Domain That Someone Else Owns

The Reality of Premium Domains

You’ve found the perfect domain for your business — but it’s already taken. That’s a common situation. In fact, most of the best .com and .ai domains are already owned by investors or established brands.The good news? You can still buy it.With the right approach — and the right broker — acquiring a taken domain is not only possible, it’s often straightforward.

At DNPost.com, we specialize in these transactions, helping buyers acquire the names that define their brand identity.

Step 1: Find Out Who Owns the Domain

Start with a WHOIS lookup to see if ownership details are public. If privacy protection is enabled (as it often is), you won’t see the owner’s name — only a registrar or proxy contact.

Don’t waste time chasing masked emails. Instead, a domain broker can reach out through verified industry channels and get in touch with the real owner directly and confidentially.

Step 2: Determine What It’s Worth

A fair offer requires a realistic valuation.At DNPost, we assess factors like:

• Comparable domain sales

• Search volume and keyword strength

• Brandability and extension value (.com, .ai, etc.)

• End-user demand and resale trends

This ensures you don’t overpay — and that your initial offer is taken seriously.

Step 3: Approach with Discretion

If you contact an owner directly and reveal your company’s name, you risk driving the price up.Domain brokers protect your identity while negotiating on your behalf. This anonymity can often mean the difference between a reasonable deal and a five-figure markup.

Step 4: Negotiate Professionally

Domain owners often receive lowball offers. A broker’s credibility helps open doors that DIY buyers can’t.At DNPost, we handle:

• Price negotiations

• Counteroffers

• Term structures (lease-to-own, payment plans, etc.)

• Legal and escrow coordination

Professional negotiation ensures both parties walk away with a win.

Step 5: Use Escrow for Secure Payment

Once a price is agreed upon, funds and the domain transfer should go through a trusted escrow service (like Escrow.com).This guarantees security for both buyer and seller.DNPost manages this process from start to finish — confirming transfer, DNS control, and ownership change.

Why Use a Broker Instead of Going Direct?

• Your identity remains confidential

• You get accurate valuation guidance

• Negotiations are faster and more credible

• Escrow and legal details are handled for you

With DNPost, you gain decades of experience and a global network of domain owners and investors.

DNPost Domain Brokers

Buying a domain that someone else owns isn’t difficult — when you have the right team on your side.Let DNPost represent your interests, secure the name you want, and handle the process from first contact to final transfer.

Visit DNPost.com to start your private domain acquisition with Gerard Michael — Top International Domain Broker.