domains Epik.com Dropcatch Mega Thread

[Rob Monster]

Every day, Epik is dropping more and more domains.

For many TLDs, on day 36 of expiry, we send names through a Snapnames expiry auction. The minimum bid there is $79 which is high for some domains.

On Day 43 of expiry, the last day before we delete names, we do a reverse auction with the final price of domains dropping all the way down to $9 plus the renewal cost.

Every day we see great names get picked up for peanuts. Last night DrugAddiction.Co went for $9 plus reg fee, for example.

You can check out the daily inventory here:

https://marketplace.epik.com/daily-diamonds

The Epik.com team will post in this thread about particularly insane bargains that you might want to know about.

Also, for NamePros members, we have dropped the Backorder fee all the way down to $8.49. So, if you want to backorder at Epik, you can still get a non-exclusive but no-auction backorder for reg fee. For premium domains, the renewal fee is added to the backorder fee, but for a .COM, $8.49 is the all-in refundable backorder deposit.

So, follow this thread and we'll drop some backordering nuggets here.

 

[Mister Funsky]

So far I am at 0% caught (I am not including any names where I was position 2 or higher).
I'll keep trying and will update when/if I catch one or once I reach 20 attempts, whichever comes first.

 

[Gube]

Hello Namepros,

How was your day? Were you able to find and catch some great names?
Here is the new list for this 14th of September - All in pending delete
Excel file : https://armored.net/index.php/s/B4Ctx4LRQsPcx6j
Google sheet : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VH2IDAdplwR_l_rh-C4RM8j2YiuI4oZ0Iha8iM2QfzQ/edit?usp=sharing

I'm currently working on a new tool to help you browse through the list easily.
It will soon be available.. and for free !

Hand picks from the list
factsong.com - smallbump.com - docswork.com

Daily diamonds Picks (Epik Marketplace > Daily Diamonds)
gorillashelves.com - farpol.com - CanVara.com

Place your backorders now : At Epik, It's first come first served, with no auction.
And it's only 8.49$ per name
https://epik.com/bulk

If you have any question about Epik or this list, Feel free to PM me, I will be happy to help.

Happy dropcatching,
Gube

 

[BradWilson]

So today could be a great day for me with the backorders.

I caught 1 of 4 but that one is the one I was really interested in because I might be able to flip it quick for an excellent ROI

 

[BradWilson]

Oh just thought I'd post a strong wish

Since I'm a bit OCD it kinda stresses me out that all the dropped domains that are caught come into the list ALL CAPS - UGH!

Please can you make them at least all lowercase? Please!!!

 

[Gube]

Hello Namepros,

Here is the new list for pending delete domains (Drop on Sep 15, 2019)
Excel file : https://armored.net/index.php/s/Yqn9gzPnn2iiSq8
Google sheet : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1TgAJKj6UmEg9OvMYp731t4NxcF3kQ0iYI-aO54AQa3E/edit?usp=sharing

A bit later than usual, but it's for a good reason
The new tool to browse through the list will soon be available
Follow this thread to stay updated

Hand picks from the list
BDActu.com - TopVita.com - LoueMoi.com (Rent me in French)
All found with the new system; Once you'll have tried it, you will see how easy it is and you'll save time when searching for great names - Coming soon

Happy Dropcatching,
Gube

 

[BradWilson]

All found with the new system; Once you'll have tried it, you will see how easy it is and you'll save time when searching for great names - Coming soon

Happy Dropcatching,
Gube

You must be reading my mind

 

[Gube]

You must be reading my mind

My goal has always been to keep it simple, but with as many features as possible.
And since my costs are relatively low (I already had the server running and a domain only costs 5.99$), I should be able to make it free
Compared to an Excel file, A website is a lot easier to use (Apply search filters, Register/backorder in one click, ..) The main advantage, I think, is the ability to check domain availability (in bulk) in real time
My ultimate objective is to build a game changer

 

[BradWilson]

Maybe we should chat.

 

[Gube]

Hello NP,

Here is the new pending delete list.
All names in the list will drop tomorrow (16 Sep 2019)
Excel File : https://armored.net/index.php/s/aAQ3k3HF52BiEgi
Google Sheet : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Y9ped_imhk2d8nCnpaHgEr8RgGeZQsUqT4ypgJoLq4c/edit?usp=sharing

Hand picks from the list
maxcast.com - subdemo.com - giftrush.com - bulkflip.com

Daily diamonds picks
sandy.city - bracets.com - 3d.london

Teaser for the new site : You'll be able to see previous lists of domains without loosing any time to check if a name is still available > Domains no longer available will be removed from the list - Coming soon

If you have any question about Epik, or the list, Feel free to PM me; I will be happy to help.

Happy Dropcatching,
Gube

 

[BradWilson]

I got my second weekly drop email and something didn't seem right.

The first was dated (09/01/2019 - 09/08/2019) & the second was dated (09/08/2019 - 09/15/2019). Sure enough they overlapped. The domains on the 8th were being included in both summaries so the numbers are off.

That would seem to be a fairly minor issue but when I looked closer, I also see 4 different domains that are in limbo and never completed.

It appears as if they dropped and I missed them but the status never changed and my funds haven't been refunded.

I know that's a temporary situation and will likely be corrected soon (hint hint), but I'd like to have those funds available so I can use it to backorder or reg some other domains.

First week: 4 out of 27 = 14.8%
Second week*:
1. 4 out of 22 = 18.2%
2. 4 out of 26 = 15.4%

In limbo: 4 domains (all 09/09/2019)
In process: 6 domains

27 + 22 + 4 + 6 = 59 domains

* corrected for overlap & in limbo - on the 8th I got 2 out of 6 which were listed on both email summaries. All 4 domains in limbo were backordered on the 9th.

Other than those 2 issues my stats were about the same 14.8% vs. 15.4%.

 

[Gube]

I got my second weekly drop email and something didn't seem right.

The first was dated (09/01/2019 - 09/08/2019) & the second was dated (09/08/2019 - 09/15/2019). Sure enough they overlapped. The domains on the 8th were being included in both summaries so the numbers are off.

That would seem to be a fairly minor issue but when I looked closer, I also see 4 different domains that are in limbo and never completed.

It appears as if they dropped and I missed them but the status never changed and my funds haven't been refunded.

I know that's a temporary situation and will likely be corrected soon (hint hint), but I'd like to have those funds available so I can use it to backorder or reg some other domains.

First week: 4 out of 27 = 14.8%
Second week*:
1. 4 out of 22 = 18.2%
2. 4 out of 26 = 15.4%

In limbo: 4 domains (all 09/09/2019)
In process: 6 domains

27 + 22 + 4 + 6 = 59 domains

* corrected for overlap & in limbo - on the 8th I got 2 out of 6 which were listed on both email summaries. All 4 domains in limbo were backordered on the 9th.

Other than those 2 issues my stats were about the same 14.8% vs. 15.4%.

Hello,

Thanks for the feedback.
I will check for the Backorder weekly report email

For the domains that dropped but were not processed (not missed or caught), You can cancel the backorders and get a refund.

Gube,

 

[Gube]

Hello Namepros,

Here is the new list of pending delete .com names for this Tuesday, 17th of September 2019
Excel File : https://armored.net/index.php/s/YKHLrsYaCD3goq7
Google Sheet : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tHI9nMM6SLAI6bW9jBoPcj7P54Y8C7JyHAPJA5z9f2s/edit?usp=sharing

Hand picks from the list
askcity.com - fixsofa.com - warmtrip.com - studylogo.com
(Many more in the list..)

Teaser for the new site : You'll be able to add a domain to your cart in one click (Registrations and backorders)

Happy dropcatching,
Gube

 

[BradWilson]

For the domains that dropped but were not processed (not missed or caught), You can cancel the backorders and get a refund.

Gube,

Yes of course. My concern and reason for posting this was if I canceled them they'd be removed and the cause of the issue could be overlooked. And I could easily miss them and think they'd drop.

Also, I made a mistake in my earlier post. Only 2 of the in limbo domains were backordered on the 9th. My eyes must be playing tricks on me again

They were all dot org domains though.

 

[Blitzpotz]

My eyes must be playing tricks on me again

Strapglasses.com are dropping tomorrow.

 

[Gube]

Hello everyone,

Here is the new list (18 sep 2019)
Excel file : https://armored.net/index.php/s/QpMeBAm4RzQ44Rb
Google sheet : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16LnC3Zb723LcQf4_v1wqPSUjqXfkafeCafm08l6oa_U/edit?usp=sharing

Hand picks from the list
histool.com - farorent.com - wildboss.com - examokay.com

Daily diamonds picks
real.cheap - Civil-Lawyers.com - freez.org

Happy dropcatching,
Gube

 

[BradWilson]

Strapglasses.com are dropping tomorrow.

Ha funny but my eyes aren't ALWAYS playing tricks. I just noticed the status of backorders does change.

Yesterday I checked my backorders and I missed all 3 but this morning I now have 1 that was caught. So has anyone else seen this?

 

[Gube]

Ha funny but my eyes aren't ALWAYS playing tricks. I just noticed the status of backorders does change.

Yesterday I checked my backorders and I missed all 3 but this morning I now have 1 that was caught. So has anyone else seen this?

Hello,

Yes, It's possible.
We were doing some tests and improvements on the backordering system yesterday, and so, some names were not delivered to customers directly.
It should now be correct

Thanks,
Gube

 

[Gube]

Hello NPs,

Here is the new, filtered, pending delete list for this 19th of September
Excel file : https://armored.net/index.php/s/gZzki4syq8nwPTM
Google sheet : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kT2TGYU6VUVAmjKezq_dK5PHlY5JMRJAPvGqbJeuCyE/edit?usp=sharing

Hand picks from the list
deotop.com - turbobug.com - mydelete.com - purememe.com

You can place backorders at Epik from here : epik.com/bulk
8.49$ per domain, First come first serve and No auction
No catch > We refund you with account credits valid on all Epik.com products (It never expires)

If you have any question about Epik or the list, Mention or PM me, I will be happy to help

Happy dropcatching,
Gube

 

[NickB]

Hello NPs,

Here is the new, filtered, pending delete list for this 19th of September
Excel file : https://armored.net/index.php/s/gZzki4syq8nwPTM
Google sheet : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kT2TGYU6VUVAmjKezq_dK5PHlY5JMRJAPvGqbJeuCyE/edit?usp=sharing

Hand picks from the list
deotop.com - turbobug.com - mydelete.com - purememe.com

You can place backorders at Epik from here : epik.com/bulk
8.49$ per domain, First come first serve and No auction
No catch > We refund you with account credits valid on all Epik.com products (It never expires)

If you have any question about Epik or the list, Mention or PM me, I will be happy to help

Happy dropcatching,
Gube

So it is account credit and not the money back? When I read your refund policy I can't see this mentioned?

When you go to backorder a domain it says the below....

"We will try to register the domain on your behalf if it ever becomes available. You may cancel the backorder at any moment and the funds will be returned to you."

Is the above just for cancellations? Or does it include names that are not caught? It is a bit confusing...

 

[Gube]

So it is account credit and not the money back? When I read your refund policy I can't see this mentioned?

When you go to backorder a domain it says the below....

"We will try to register the domain on your behalf if it ever becomes available. You may cancel the backorder at any moment and the funds will be returned to you."

Is the above just for cancellations? Or does it include names that are not caught? It is a bit confusing...

Hello,

It's for both, cancellations and not caught domains.
Refunding as account credits helps us lower our transactions fees.

Gube,