Epik fails again

[topdom]

The next round of scam?

Epik was working today when registering domains,
but doesn't work at the moment.

They may issue refund eventually, but usually they tend to issue refunds
only when there are lots of angry complaints about it, and even so,
they refund for part of registrations, not all.

Why can't they fix themselves permanently.
They allow an evil person to stay there.

Buyers: don't worry, you can buy aftermarket domains there safely.
(just check that you got the domain, if not (unlikely), do chargeback))
Only sellers need to be worried.

 

[topdom]

Yes, I sold domains at Epik marketplace in the past , and recently (low 3 to mid 4 figures).
I don't try to withdraw money, so I don't have problem with masterbucks,
unless it becomes impossible to use that balance for registrations, and renewals.
(most of my complaints are about failing to register, renew, get refund)
I also sell at other registrars, and AN/Sedo/Dan.
None is perfect.

 

[LoveCatchyDomains]

Yes, I sold domains at Epik marketplace in the past , and recently (low 3 to mid 4 figures).
I don't try to withdraw money, so I don't have problem with masterbucks,
unless it becomes impossible to use that balance for registrations, and renewals.
(most of my complaints are about failing to register, renew, get refund)

Thanks for clarifying that. So their marketplace is still only for Epik-registered domains?

I'm glad to hear that you are still having success with sales there. Congrats!

 

[topdom]

I use Epik marketplace only for Epik registered domains (so far).
I can also sell Epik registered domains elsewhere, and original source of the lead has high priority
for fairness, but all related parties (visible and unvisible) are given some chance.

I also sell domains at Dynadot marketplace although I didn't list them there (just registered there).
I don't know how a buyer can make an offer. There is no landing page which allows
people to make offer or contact us, by default.

 

[LoveCatchyDomains]

I use Epik marketplace only for Epik registered domains (so far).

Have they been good about having real offers, that follow through promptly with payments? And is the time from sale to payouts fairly good?
Epik may appear to be failing in some arenas, but if they are still doing well with creating sales and processing the funds, that's useful to know.

 

[topdom]

Have they been good about having real offers, that follow through promptly with payments? And is the time from sale to payouts fairly good?

Payments happen immediately, but go to our masterbucks balance ( not to our bank account).
You can't sell only at Epik and still make profit, because part of money needs to be out of their system.
Any landing page with contact info may work. Once you start negotiation you can make a deal and sell anywhere,
but I prefer selling at registrar level most of the time, because transfers happen instantly, no email exchanges and waiting, and worrying.
Most messages at Epik are unintended spam. Most inquiries don't lead to a sale, but you can do followup.
Most followups may not work either.

 

[LoveCatchyDomains]

Payments happen immediately, but go to our masterbucks balance ( not to our bank account).
You can't sell only at Epik and still make profit, because part of money needs to be out of their system.
Any landing page with contact info may work. Once you start negotiation you can make a deal and sell anywhere,
but I prefer selling at registrar level most of the time, because transfers happen instantly, no email exchanges and waiting, and worrying.

Yes, selling at the registrar has an advantage of their being able to handle the transfer efficiently. And having landers allowing direct contact with you makes a whole lot of sense. That allows added flexibility on negotiations and where the transaction is ultimately conducted.

 

[MasterOfMyDomains]

Did things improve?