20 Free Tools for Researching Domain Names

I would like to introduce you to 20 great tools for researching domain names. These tools will help you gain insight into your own domain names and how you can better use, develop, sell or buy new domain names. Enjoy and please feel free to contribute to the list by adding a comment.

Domain Sales History

• DNJournal Domain Sales Archive – Most comprehensive and complete history of notable domain sales above $10,000 since 2004.
• NameBio – Searchable and sortable database of domain sales
• SoldNames.com – Premium sales history above six-figures

Free Domain Appraisals

• NamePros Appraisal Forum – Domainers willing to appraise
• Estibot – Automated appraisal tool
• DomainValuation – Free appraisal service
• DomainTops – Automated appraisal and keyword tool
• DomainScore – Compare “scores” between other similar domains

Domain Stats

• LinkScape by SEOmoz – Powerful new domain tool for SEO
• DNFame.com -Great information on social, search and reach data
• Archive.org WayBack Machine – History of any website built

Expired Domains

• FreshDrop.net – Powerful tools for searching and filtering domains
• NameJet.com – Marketplace for backordering expiring domains
• SnapNames.com – Marketplace for backordering expiring domains
• Pool.com – Marketplace for backordering expiring domains

Short Domains

• NameFunk – Extensive random character generator
• ReadableDomains – 5 Letter Vowel Swap
• DomainNameSoup – Random 5 Letter Generator
• 5Letter.com – 5 Letter Research
• MakeWords – Random “Word” Generator

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