I have increased GoDaddy's Premium Listing to 62% commission "maximum level" - Page 2

namenut · 06-14-2009, 03:55 PM

I would like to know if the price you set for the name effects
your domains rotation frequency. Meaning is GD screaning the
asking prices and filtering the ones they feel are unreasonable.

Originally Posted by DavidH

Has anyone ever had anything from Godaddy to explain what the different levels of commission actually earn in terms of addional promotion, etc?

Setting the commission rate higher will increase the following:
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1) The frequency your domain is rotated into search results

2) Broader scope of relativity to keywords searched and your
domain name.
(search for "dog" will include "doggie, hound, dog bone")

3) The amount of commission Godaddy gets from the sale
of your name.

IT DOES NOT mean you (the domain owner) get an increase in
commission for any revenues or sales. Godaddy gets the increase
in commissions. Your name gets more exposure.

NN

CureCancer · 06-14-2009, 04:18 PM

Originally Posted by namenut

I would like to know if the price you set for the name effects
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=581713
your domains rotation frequency. Meaning is GD screaning the
asking prices and filtering the ones they feel are unreasonable.

For every listing, godaddy gives you an appraisal value of your domain name and price you should consider... otherwise, price has no effect on rotation frequency.

DavidH · 06-15-2009, 02:49 PM

When I asked Godaddy what I got for the extra commission rate, this is their initial answer:

"Due to its complex nature, your issue has been relayed to our Advanced Technical Support Team. Our most skilled technicians will be working to resolve your issue quickly and completely. You will be notified promptly upon resolution."

I look forward to hearing what their most skilled technicians come up with

copper · 06-15-2009, 06:19 PM

Complex nature

Domainace · 06-15-2009, 07:45 PM

I wonder how many words they will need to make "sucker!" sound like a valuable upgrade.

I mean, they can't easily tell you how doubling your fee will benefit you? Maybe it's like getting people to put super-premium gas in their cars...some people will just pay more on the assumption that they'll get something for their money.

After all, it costs Godaddy nothing add the option - one that can potentially double their profits for zero effort.

This is not to disparage this thread. It's very interesting, and I've started trying it myself.

Originally Posted by DavidH

When I asked Godaddy what I got for the extra commission rate, this is their initial answer:

"Due to its complex nature, your issue has been relayed to our Advanced Technical Support Team. Our most skilled technicians will be working to resolve your issue quickly and completely. You will be notified promptly upon resolution."

I look forward to hearing what their most skilled technicians come up with

JoshuaPz · 06-15-2009, 08:19 PM

I've done plenty well at the 32% commission rate. One listing sold in April (a few days after listing 200 of my domains), one in May, and one just a few days ago. It's just so easy for users click 'Purchase' next to "XYZ.com is AVAILABLE! (As a Premium domain name)" when they search XYZ.com because the message is prominent and displayed at eye-level. Users RARELY nudge their eyes below the strip mall line to peer at the premium-listed alternatives to the domain they typed in.

Users who fall for the 62% commission offering should read up on shelf stocking fees.

DavidH · 06-17-2009, 02:16 PM

Godaddy have finally responded, as follows:

"The larger the commission offered, the more visibility your domain receives on our Web site when customers search for a domain. For example when someone searches for a keyword in your domain it will be displayed higher in the search results under the premium domains tab. Unfortunately, I do not have data that will tell you the exact level of visibility for a specific commission rate. "

DavidH · 06-28-2009, 12:31 PM

Maybe I just got lucky but Godaddy just sent me an email telling me I had sold another Premium Listed name for which I had increased the commission rate to 50%.

Put the asking price right at the top end of the range suggested by Godaddy and have got a $2288 sale.

Even with a 50% commission rate, not too bad for a $57 buy on 20 Feb

(sticks with my goal of getting 20x purchase price!)

***EG.domains*** · 06-29-2009, 11:46 PM

Originally Posted by DavidH

Maybe I just got lucky but Godaddy just sent me an email telling me I had sold another Premium Listed name for which I had increased the commission rate to 50%.

Put the asking price right at the top end of the range suggested by Godaddy and have got a $2288 sale.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=581713

Even with a 50% commission rate, not too bad for a $57 buy on 20 Feb

(sticks with my goal of getting 20x purchase price!)

Nice ROI .. Congrats!

snoop · 06-29-2009, 11:59 PM

Originally Posted by Pred

just triple your asking price

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covers the commission

62% is obscene

makes sedo look like mother theresa

It sounds to me me like godaddy are doing all the hard work if they are actively promoting a name. If a domainer got 70% commisson from a parking co would that be considered obscene?

-REECE- · 06-30-2009, 12:11 AM

It's not the domainer getting 62% -- at their max commission, it's Godaddy getting 62% (the domainer getting 38%). Honestly, I think anything over 50-50 is a bit much. Thankfully they do let you sell at lower commission levels.

Originally Posted by snoop

It sounds to me me like godaddy are doing all the hard work if they are actively promoting a name. If a domainer got 70% commisson from a parking co would that be considered obscene?

daj · 07-07-2009, 09:55 AM

Did GoDaddy get rid of the $4.99 a month fee to list the domains as premium?
I just listed some, and the cart said $0.00, so I wasn't charged for anything.
Maybe it's just a special going on?

DavidH · 07-07-2009, 11:07 AM

Originally Posted by daj

Did GoDaddy get rid of the $4.99 a month fee to list the domains as premium?
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=581713
I just listed some, and the cart said $0.00, so I wasn't charged for anything.
Maybe it's just a special going on?

I have over 200 names listed as premium and I have not paid a penny for the listings - I would not be interested if there was a monthly charge considering what commission I am paying Godaddy when they do sell a name.

bobbarato · 07-07-2009, 12:55 PM

Originally Posted by 24HourDomainer

For every listing, godaddy gives you an appraisal value of your domain name and price you should consider... otherwise, price has no effect on rotation frequency.

How does this GoDaddy appraisal compare to Estibot?

Nattydomain · 07-07-2009, 02:23 PM

I see where to list for free AND I see where you can list "premium" for the home page etc but where is it where you can decide on the commison rate? Am I missing something here?

If anyone can point to a link where to start so I may check it out....

DavidH · 07-07-2009, 03:31 PM

Log in to your GD account
Click on Domain Manager
Tick the box(es) on the left of the names for those names you want to add to Premium Listing
Hover mouse over "Cash In" tab at top and click on " Add to Premium Listing"
On popup screen enter commission level and suggested asking price. Tick "automatically renew listing" and click OK
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=581713
Go through the checkout process and pay nothing!

Go back to Domain Manager
Hover mouse over Buy/Sell tab at top of page and select "Premium Listings"
Tick box to left of individual domain name and then click "Edit" button at top to adjust commission rate / pricing to reflect what you want.
Save changes

daj · 07-07-2009, 04:59 PM

Originally Posted by DavidH

I have over 200 names listed as premium and I have not paid a penny for the listings - I would not be interested if there was a monthly charge considering what commission I am paying Godaddy when they do sell a name.

Thanks, I was going by a 2008 article which mentioned it cost $4.99 a month to list your domains as premium there. I guess they got rid of that, most likely do to the amount of commission they are taking.

Nattydomain · 07-07-2009, 05:00 PM

Originally Posted by DavidH

Log in to your GD account
Click on Domain Manager
Tick the box(es) on the left of the names for those names you want to add to Premium Listing
Hover mouse over "Cash In" tab at top and click on " Add to Premium Listing"
On popup screen enter commission level and suggested asking price. Tick "automatically renew listing" and click OK
Go through the checkout process and pay nothing!

Go back to Domain Manager
Hover mouse over Buy/Sell tab at top of page and select "Premium Listings"
Tick box to left of individual domain name and then click "Edit" button at top to adjust commission rate / pricing to reflect what you want.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=581713
Save changes

Thank you very much.....i will give this a shot!

daj · 07-07-2009, 05:13 PM

Originally Posted by bobbarato

How does this GoDaddy appraisal compare to Estibot?

The godaddy appraisal in my opinion is over exaggerated.
They give you a range of what it might be worth, from a low end to a high end,
as well as a recommended price (the median of the range).

On some of my domains the range seems too high to me, but we'll see.
I decided to just list mine at the recommended price, but will reduce
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each month until they're sold.

---------- Post added at 08:13 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:01 PM ----------

I just noticed that godaddy has changed their interface a bit, now when you search for a domain it doesn't show you the similar premium domains, you have to click the button "Premium Domains" for it to list them. It's the same way on some resellers that I've checked out. Argh..I'm guessing this will hurt premium sales.

sibaong · 07-24-2009, 08:11 PM

We show the premium domain sold on 7/8/2009 and you will receive payment by August 31st. We will send you a check to the address listed in your Godaddy Payee account. Please let us know if you have further questions.

athletec64 · 07-24-2009, 08:43 PM

I like how it doens't hurt to list it on sale. i guess if you jack up your price, then 62% isn't so bad, if it really does get you the sale.

garptrader · 08-01-2009, 09:35 AM

Interesting sale as this domain myFitnessStore sounded familiar. I let the .com/.net drop in December 2008. It was one of those newbie regs not high quality but just goes to show how you can sell even so-so quality domains with enough marketing. Congrats on the sale. I still have plenty of fitness-related domains including six exercise-related .TV websites (one in Spanish).

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JoshuaPz Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1,127	I've done plenty well at the 32% commission rate. One listing sold in April (a few days after listing 200 of my domains), one in May, and one just a few days ago. It's just so easy for users click 'Purchase' next to "XYZ.com is AVAILABLE! (As a Premium domain name)" when they search XYZ.com because the message is prominent and displayed at eye-level. Users RARELY nudge their eyes below the strip mall line to peer at the premium-listed alternatives to the domain they typed in. Users who fall for the 62% commission offering should read up on shelf stocking fees. __________________ NameFlipper: Make $250/hour catching & reselling domains to end-users! (Soon-to-drop domains with sales leads, free end-user e-mail sales templates, and free pricing guide) DandyDomains.com: Discount exact-match domains, pre-screened to ensure quality, end-user need, and zero trademark conflicts.

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DavidH Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Durham, UK Posts: 1,126	Godaddy have finally responded, as follows: "The larger the commission offered, the more visibility your domain receives on our Web site when customers search for a domain. For example when someone searches for a keyword in your domain it will be displayed higher in the search results under the premium domains tab. Unfortunately, I do not have data that will tell you the exact level of visibility for a specific commission rate. " __________________ www.WildcatDomains.com

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DavidH Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Durham, UK Posts: 1,126	Maybe I just got lucky but Godaddy just sent me an email telling me I had sold another Premium Listed name for which I had increased the commission rate to 50%. Put the asking price right at the top end of the range suggested by Godaddy and have got a $2288 sale. Even with a 50% commission rate, not too bad for a $57 buy on 20 Feb (sticks with my goal of getting 20x purchase price!) __________________ www.WildcatDomains.com

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07-07-2009, 09:55 AM	#37 (permalink)
daj Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 1,073	Did GoDaddy get rid of the $4.99 a month fee to list the domains as premium? I just listed some, and the cart said $0.00, so I wasn't charged for anything. Maybe it's just a special going on?

07-07-2009, 02:23 PM	#40 (permalink)
Nattydomain Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,078	I see where to list for free AND I see where you can list "premium" for the home page etc but where is it where you can decide on the commison rate? Am I missing something here? If anyone can point to a link where to start so I may check it out.... __________________ Need Backlinks? Landing Pages, Mini Sites, Websites Affordable Link Building <--

07-07-2009, 03:31 PM	#41 (permalink)
DavidH Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Durham, UK Posts: 1,126	Log in to your GD account Click on Domain Manager Tick the box(es) on the left of the names for those names you want to add to Premium Listing Hover mouse over "Cash In" tab at top and click on " Add to Premium Listing" On popup screen enter commission level and suggested asking price. Tick "automatically renew listing" and click OK ????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=581713 Go through the checkout process and pay nothing! Go back to Domain Manager Hover mouse over Buy/Sell tab at top of page and select "Premium Listings" Tick box to left of individual domain name and then click "Edit" button at top to adjust commission rate / pricing to reflect what you want. Save changes __________________ www.WildcatDomains.com

07-24-2009, 08:11 PM	#45 (permalink)
sibaong NamePros Fansâ„¢ Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: NamePros Posts: 2,701	We show the premium domain sold on 7/8/2009 and you will receive payment by August 31st. We will send you a check to the address listed in your Godaddy Payee account. Please let us know if you have further questions. __________________ Charity Ribbons - Together, We Create A Special World!

07-24-2009, 08:43 PM	#46 (permalink)
athletec64 NamePros Regular Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: California Posts: 893	I like how it doens't hurt to list it on sale. i guess if you jack up your price, then 62% isn't so bad, if it really does get you the sale.

08-01-2009, 09:35 AM	#47 (permalink)
garptrader NamePros Regular Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 857	Interesting sale as this domain myFitnessStore sounded familiar. I let the .com/.net drop in December 2008. It was one of those newbie regs not high quality but just goes to show how you can sell even so-so quality domains with enough marketing. Congrats on the sale. I still have plenty of fitness-related domains including six exercise-related .TV websites (one in Spanish). __________________ http://www.genericdomains.net/ http://www.dominericos.com/ http://www.premiumdomains.tv/

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