Are .NET Domains Still Relevant in 2025?

[Razx]

Hey everyone,

I wanted to start a discussion about the current state of .NET domains in 2025, based on some recent experiences I've had.

Earlier this year, I completed a few sales involving .NET domains. The names were mostly short, brandable, and had some level of

relevance or generic value. All inquiries came directly from buyers no outbound involved.
These transactions got me thinking:

Is .NET still a viable extension for certain types of domain buyers in today’s market?
In some cases, .NET seems to be considered when the .COM version is taken.
Also, in tech and SaaS-related contexts, I noticed a bit more openness toward .NET than I expected.

These are just individual observations, of course, and may not reflect the broader market.

I’d love to hear from others:
Have you noticed any recent interest in .NET domains?
Do you still include .NET names in your portfolio or strategy?

Looking forward to your thoughts and experiences.

Disclaimer:
This post and any replies do not constitute investment advice. All shared experiences are for discussion purposes only. Domain investing carries risks, and it's important to do your own due diligence before making decisions.

 

[Razx]

Even though fewer people are registering NET domains lately, it's still a solid and trusted choice, especially in tech. More users are renewing their NET domains than COM ones, which shows people still believe in it In 2024, NET domain sales reached $3.9 million, so the market is doing well. Newer options like AI are becoming popular, but NET still has great potential for tech projects. For certain niches, it can actually be a great and underrated option.

I completely agree while it’s not the trendiest option, .NET still holds solid ground, especially in tech-related spaces.
It may be underrated, but it continues to deliver value in the right niches.

 

[Bravo Mod Team]

Last year, Dose.net: $8k, Derma.net: $14k, Kernel.net: $20k, Vertex.net: $25k, Spring.net: $100k and Super.net: $150k

Thank you so much for sharing!

If you don't mind me asking, what factors do you consider when pricing your domains? Is it a mixture of metrics and/or your personal affinity toward particular words?

Personally, I would have priced Vertex in-between Spring and Super, but their metrics agree with your pricing. In my opinion, Vertex is a more interesting brand name than Spring, albeit, Vertex is less popular.

Thoughts?

 

[cooljub]

It's the coolest extension out there by a mile I reckon

I’m just about to launch one.

Wish me luck

 

[Razx]

It's the coolest extension out there by a mile I reckon

I’m just about to launch one.

Wish me luck

best of luck with the launch

 

[URL Stream]

A couple months ago I sold Interface.net: $12,500.
Last year, Dose.net: $8k, Derma.net: $14k, Kernel.net: $20k, Vertex.net: $25k, Spring.net: $100k and Super.net: $150k
That's over a 3% STR for my .nets
(I declined $100k for True.net and $58,500 for Superior.net)

I won these names today, along with Sato.net.

Thanks for adding to the conversation.

Just curious—are the above domains long-time holds from way back, or did you acquire them more recently?

 

[fka1080405]

I like .net. and while .com is king for the general public, .net has a special place in the heart of nerds. I often buy dictionary .net domains for my internet-focused projects and I have had many compliments from fellow nerds about my .net domains.

Looking at NameBio, I do not see any of my purchases reported as sales. Off the top of my head, I've paid $750, $1,500, $2,500, $3,000 and $5,000 for .net domains in the last year. There are a couple more I'm trying to acquire in the same price range.

The valuation model I follow is between 5% and 10% of the equivalent .com. As an investor, I think of .net as in the same league as .io and .xyz: niche but with an audience that has money to spend. I wouldn't invest in .net because of how niche they are, but there are definitely buyers.

 

[Razx]

I like .net. and while .com is king for the general public, .net has a special place in the heart of nerds. I often buy dictionary .net domains for my internet-focused projects and I have had many compliments from fellow nerds about my .net domains.

Looking at NameBio, I do not see any of my purchases reported as sales. Off the top of my head, I've paid $750, $1,500, $2,500, $3,000 and $5,000 for .net domains in the last year. There are a couple more I'm trying to acquire in the same price range.

The valuation model I follow is between 5% and 10% of the equivalent .com. As an investor, I think of .net as in the same league as .io and .xyz: niche but with an audience that has money to spend. I wouldn't invest in .net because of how niche they are, but there are definitely buyers.

Really well put I relate to that “nerds love .NET” sentiment quite a bit.
I’ve had similar feedback on some of my internet/tech-focused .NETs too, especially among developer circles.
And I like your valuation model that 5–10% rule feels pretty realistic in today’s market. Definitely niche, but with a serious and sometimes overlooked buyer pool.

 

[dncafe]

I have some older exact match .NET websites that I run, but I would never choose to launch on a .NET today

It's very rare for a company to launch exclusively on a .NET today

There are some use case for .NET, like using them for backend stuff, like cloud hosting or server resources. Where a company called GlobalDistributionServices.com might get globaldistribution.net to host various items to be served across a variety of different platforms, to keep separation from their main domain. But it's highly unlikely a company would pay top dollar for this type of domain, as it's not often seen by the public

 

[Razx]

I have some older exact match .NET websites that I run, but I would never choose to launch on a .NET today

It's very rare for a company to launch exclusively on a .NET today

There are some use case for .NET, like using them for backend stuff, like cloud hosting or server resources. Where a company called GlobalDistributionServices.com might get globaldistribution.net to host various items to be served across a variety of different platforms, to keep separation from their main domain. But it's highly unlikely a company would pay top dollar for this type of domain, as it's not often seen by the public

Totally fair launching a new brand on a .NET is definitely rare these days.
But I agree that it still serves a purpose behind the scenes infrastructure, internal tools, dev environments, etc.
Not every domain has to be public-facing to be valuable, and in those quieter roles, .NET still finds relevance.

 

[dncafe]

Yeah, but I don't think most companies would be interested in paying say $5K for a .net domain name for backend stuff. If a company called Global Distribution Services needed a couple domains for backend stuff, they would probably just hand reg 2 like: gds1.net and gds2.net to use

 

[seoexpert123]

Hey everyone,

I wanted to start a discussion about the current state of .NET domains in 2025, based on some recent experiences I've had.

Earlier this year, I completed a few sales involving .NET domains. The names were mostly short, brandable, and had some level of

relevance or generic value. All inquiries came directly from buyers no outbound involved.
These transactions got me thinking:

Is .NET still a viable extension for certain types of domain buyers in today’s market?
In some cases, .NET seems to be considered when the .COM version is taken.
Also, in tech and SaaS-related contexts, I noticed a bit more openness toward .NET than I expected.

These are just individual observations, of course, and may not reflect the broader market.

I’d love to hear from others:
Have you noticed any recent interest in .NET domains?
Do you still include .NET names in your portfolio or strategy?

Looking forward to your thoughts and experiences.

Disclaimer:
This post and any replies do not constitute investment advice. All shared experiences are for discussion purposes only. Domain investing carries risks, and it's important to do your own due diligence before making decisions.

Yes, .NET domains are still relevant in 2025, especially for tech-focused sites, SaaS projects, or developer tools. While .COM is still king, .NET holds credibility and is widely recognized. It’s a solid alternative when your preferred .COM is taken, and it doesn’t look spammy like some newer extensions. Still a safe and professional choice depending on your niche.

 

[Braden Pollock]

Thank you so much for sharing!

If you don't mind me asking, what factors do you consider when pricing your domains? Is it a mixture of metrics and/or your personal affinity toward particular words?

Personally, I would have priced Vertex in-between Spring and Super, but their metrics agree with your pricing. In my opinion, Vertex is a more interesting brand name than Spring, albeit, Vertex is less popular.

Thoughts?

I use multiple metrics that include how many TLD's are developed - and which ones are on the market and at what price. I also consider what the .com value would be and price about 5% of that value. Also, I factor my purchase price.

 

[Braden Pollock]

Thanks for adding to the conversation.

Just curious—are the above domains long-time holds from way back, or did you acquire them more recently?

Most were relatively short holds. A few months to a few years.

 

[Wesley S]

in my humble opinion (imho) i would prefer a .xyz or .org over a .net, with that said, i would look into one as fourth or fifth choice. ty.

 

[Razx]

in my humble opinion (imho) i would prefer a .xyz or .org over a .net, with that said, i would look into one as fourth or fifth choice. ty.

I think .NET is still a strong and reliable extension, especially for tech and infrastructure-related projects. It has a professional feel, and when paired with the right name, it can give a brand a solid and trustworthy image.

On the other hand, .ORG holds great value in its own space. It’s perfect for nonprofits, community-driven initiatives, and authoritative content. People still tend to trust a .ORG when they see one.

Each extension has its own place and audience. In my opinion, what matters most is the alignment between the domain name and its purpose.

 

[Wesley S]

I think .NET is still a strong and reliable extension, especially for tech and infrastructure-relatedurtprojects. It has a professional feel, and when paired with the right name, it can give a brand a solid and trustworthy image.

On the other hand, .ORG holds great value in its own space. It’s perfect for nonprofits, community-driven initiatives, and authoritative content. People still tend to trust a .ORG when they see one.

Each extension has its own place and audience. In my opinion, what matters most is the alignment between the domain name and its purpose.

true dat!

 

[King]

I believe .net has never been cool. My guess is because it sounds nerdy

Note: It makes for a great backend domain, some big companies use .net behind their .com like AT&T & Comcast