Scammers love domain investors. Don’t be their next victim—learn how to spot and dodge fraud.
Background
Domain investing is a shark tank—scammers smell blood and circle fast. Fake buyers, hijackers, and shady deals can gut your portfolio if you’re not sharp. This guide exposes the traps and arms you to stay safe.
Common Domain Scams to Watch For
Fake Escrow Services
- How It Works: Buyer pushes a sketchy escrow site that vanishes with your domain or cash.
- Red Flag: Unknown service? Run. Use Escrow.com only.
Overpayment Fraud
- How It Works: Buyer “overpays,” asks for a refund, then reverses the first payment.
- Red Flag: Any overpayment is a scam. Wait for funds to clear.
Domain Hijacking
- How It Works: Hackers crack your registrar account and steal your domains.
- Fix: Lock it down with 2FA and a strong password.
How to Protect Your Portfolio
- Vet Buyers: Google their name, check their email domain—scammers slip up.
- Report Scams: Hit IC3 if you’re burned.
- Pro Tip: Too-good-to-be-true deals are lies. Walk away.
Conclusion: Stay Sharp, Stay Safe
Scammers thrive on lazy domainers. Verify everything, secure your accounts, and don’t trust blindly. Your domains are only safe if you are.