ShitBio Entry #003: Godaddy2.com – $12.7k Lesson in How to Get Sued by GoDaddy

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Meet our latest “domain genius” – a DNForum user convinced Godaddy2.com (registered 2023) is worth $12,700. Spoiler: It’s worth a UDRP complaint and a lifetime ban from sanity.

To view the complete story, please refer to original discussion thread at DNForum.

The Conversation: Cluelessness vs. Common Sense

Cybsersquatter kahled12 (The Delusional Hero):

Claim 1

“GoDaddy had no opinion!”

  • Reality: GoDaddy’s legal team hasn’t noticed yet. When they do, prepare for fireworks.

Claim 2

“I’ll sell shoes on Godaddy2.com!”

  • Reality: Even if you sold socks made of unicorn hair, GoDaddy’s lawyers would still vaporize you.

Friendly member Helmuts (The Voice of Reason):

Dropped truth bombs like:

  • Likelihood of Confusion: “Godaddy2.com” = instant TM violation.
  • Bad Faith: Contacting GoDaddy = UDRP suicide.
  • Dilution: Even selling shoes won’t save you.

4 Reasons This Cybsersquatter is Begging for a Lawsuit

1. Cybersquatting 101: How to Alienate GoDaddy in 3 Easy Steps

  • Step 1: Register Godaddy2.com.
  • Step 2: Contact GoDaddy (because subtlety is overrated).

2. The “MikeRoweSoft” Defense: A Legacy of Failure

  • Microsoft v. MikeRoweSoft: Kid registers phonetic twin of “Microsoft” → loses domain + becomes meme.
  • ShitBio Verdict: “Godaddy2.com is the MikeRoweSoft of 2023 – but with less charm.”

3. $100k Statutory Damages? Cha-Ching!

  • Under ACPA, GoDaddy could sue for $100,000 + legal fees.
  • Alternative use for $12.7k: Buy 635 McChickens instead.

4. Portfolio Gems: “21047.com” & Other Numerical Masterpieces

  • ShitBio Verdict: “This isn’t a portfolio – it’s a cry for help.”

H2: ShitBio Rating

Verdict: 5 out of 5

Translation: “This cybersquatter isn’t just wrong – he’s legally hilarious.”

How to Avoid Becoming a UDRP Meme

  • Use TMHunt to check trademarks before registering.
  • Avoid “Brand2” domains like Nike2 or Starbucks3.

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