.mobi .mobi monetizing

[Blimn]

How do you make money off of a .mobi extension?

Any thoughts?

 

[Jeff]

How do you make money off of a .mobi extension?

It's very difficult ... because even if it's developed with unique and compelling content (few "dot Mobeys" are actually developed) for use by those that are "on the go", the "dot Mobey" extension itself is long, two syllabled, extremely unnatural and awkward, and a severe challenge to brand effectively (which is a major hindrance in its ability to be memorable and, thus, monetizable, in my judgement)! :imho:
Stick with shorter, highly brandable, and/or more well known established extensions, generally speaking! :yell:

Happy Holidays. :santa:
-Jeff

 

[Blimn]

Hey Jeff, but to answer my question, how do you monetize them?

 

[think]

If you have Mobi names and plan to develop them, Admob.com does mobile ads for mobile sites.

If you are just looking to park your Mobis names Namedrive.com is decent. Sedo.com works as well.

 

[hawkeye]

...itself is long, two syllabled, extremely unnatural and awkward, and a severe challenge to brand effectively (which is a major hindrance in its ability to be memorable and, thus, monetizable, in my judgement)...

Yes, this is why it's unmonetizable. ! However .info, .co.uk, .asia, and a few other 4+ character extensions are ok to monetize and be memorable for monetization.

Any extension is monetizable if you read, learn, and work with the monetization tools available to do so, and not listen to dribble nonsense by opinionated unknowledgeables, such as that ^ one!!

 

[Jeff]

Hey Jeff, but to answer my question, how do you monetize them?

Develop them into unique and compelling websites for use by those that "are on the go" ... and then form unique advertising partnerships, as well as utilizing aforementioned Admob™, etc. :gl:

Any extension is monetizable if you read, learn, and work with the monetization tools available to do so, and not listen to dribble nonsense by opinionated unknowledgeables, such as that ^ one!!

I agree that it's possible to be monetized ... but as I stated above, very VERY difficult with the long & awkward "dot Mobey" extension, IMHO. Rather than trolling after each one of my posts and humble opinions, why don't you share your monetization methods, including specific revenues derived per month, for your own "dot Mobeys" ... this could prove to be a lot more constructive for the O.P. and others interested in same, in my view.

Thank you for understanding, friend.
Happy Holidays! :santa:
-Jeff

 

[hawkeye]

Jeff, You have stated 'this' many times in many postings -

...I agree that it's possible to be monetized ... but as I stated above, very VERY difficult with the long & awkward "dot Mobey" extension,

Please explain how an extensions' length, would make it difficult to monetize. I've seen and heard that a lot of .co.uk extensions are monetized and very successful, and that is 5 characters, not 4. And are saying that only 3 character extensions are simple and not difficult to monetize?? It would be nice to finally get a clarification on what you base your 'many times stated' opinion on this very subject of monetization and the length of extensions. (or does this just apply to .mobi, cause you hate it?)

Although, as you are the only one that spells it mobey, maybe that's why you're having problems monetizing and remembering it!!

Thank you for understanding, friend...:

I've tried, but....I.., just don't!

 

[u8l2]

Hi Blimn, I agree that developing is key to monitizing mobi names. Ive posted my Nov stats as reference.
http://shania.mobi/admob-nov-stats.gif
And here is another interesting stat to look at. This is the geo-stats for the month of Nov.
http://shania.mobi/admob-nov-geo-stats.gif

Youll note i served up over 425k ad requests last month and i do believe that i have success monitizing because ive been able to develop generic, memorable mobi names that rank high in search results.

 

[SEL]

Youll note i served up over 425k ad requests last month and i do believe that i have success monitizing because ive been able to develop generic, memorable mobi names that rank high in search results.

just wow congrads and i hope your success continues to follow you.

-Sel

 

[Jeff]

"dot Mobey"

Although, as you are the only one that spells it mobey, maybe that's why you're having problems monetizing and remembering it!!

I'm spelling it ... "dot Mobey" ... exactly the way that it sounds (and how it would confusingly sound on the radio, as well)! :red: :imho:

Again, please share your unique monetization methods; including detailed revenues derived per month (screen shots here would suffice), for your own "dot Mobeys! :gl:

Appreciate your assistance, friend.
-Jeff

 

[-REECE-]

Like Jeff said -- you'll need unique and compelling content. I would recommend having both a mobile friendly and PC friendly version of the website so that people who aren't searching on mobiles (most people) can readily access your site as well.

If you get it well ranked in search engines, the ackwardness of .mobi won't matter much, so focus on SEO, promotion, and delivering unique content which will encourage visitors to come back.

 

[Blimn]

Hey everyone, thanks for the advice. Reading the points of view, I agree with everyone else that the length of the extension does not limit how much you can monetize on it. .mobi is just as long as .co.uk and co.id and so on. Those domain extensions are just as monetizable.

-B

 

[Work In Progress]

Blimn,

Developing is certainly the way to go with mobi names. If you give mobile surfers content, they'll find your site. Plain and simple. And they will click some ads while there. I know this to be true. As Reece mentioned, search engines are your best friend. They don't care if the sites on a .com, .mobi, .mobey or .babaganoush.They'll find your content if you have good key word domain(s)

Like Jeff said -- you'll need unique and compelling content. I would recommend having both a mobile friendly and PC friendly version of the website so that people who aren't searching on mobiles (most people) can readily access your site as well.

If you get it well ranked in search engines, the ackwardness of .mobi won't matter much, so focus on SEO, promotion, and delivering unique content which will encourage visitors to come back.

Reece, you don't necessarily need unique and compelling content on your site. Just give mobile surfers what they're looking for in a clean, fast way. That's what the mobile web is all about. I dare say that even iPhone surfers would rather go to a mobi site vs a full blown flash driven site full of pop ups. Time is money, and if you can provide users a straight shot to what they're looking for (even if it's not unique), they'll choose your mobi.
Another note: You don't have to have two versions if you develop a mobile site. They show up on PC's with no problem, unlike the opposite. Sure, they look "small" and it could be advantageous to offer a "full" version (bigger pages = more ad space and less restriction)...but you certainly don't have to.

Don't forget that Adsense for mobile is another alternative (or addition) to admob. There are also affiliates popping up. Get some visitors, then sell your own ad space. Lot's of ways to make mobi money. You just have to be a little creative...but parking is dismal, in most cases.

Best of luck

 

[Timewarp]

If length of extension determines site popularity my .ws and .cc should automatically do better then .com sites, sweet! ...meanwhile back in the real world it doesn't seem to matter at all.

I monetized some mobi sites by building ebay stores, made a couple of hundred dollars off of just 2 mobi sites in Dec. Didn't do anything to make them mobile ready, they are regular web sites. I use any extension that has good keywords, my .mobi .info and .ws sites do as well as my .com and .net.

 

[Jeff]

I monetized some mobi sites by building ebay stores, made a couple of hundred dollars off of just 2 mobi sites in Dec. Didn't do anything to make them mobile ready, they are regular web sites. I use any extension that has good keywords, my .mobi .info and .ws sites do as well as my .com and .net.

^ Which keyword and non mobile-ready "dot Mobey" websites did you build ... and monetize (including stats)? :gl:

I am looking for member's examples of specific monetization methods and verifiable and DETAILED REVENUE $ STATS - here in the tread - from those who do actually develop their "dot Mobeys" with mobile-ready/compliant content for use by those that are "on the go"! :yell:

Thank you and kind regards,
-Jeff :santa:

 

[MrRhee]

^ Which keyword and non mobile-ready "dot Mobey" websites did you build ... and monetize (including stats)? :gl:

I am looking for member's examples of specific monetization methods and verifiable and DETAILED REVENUE $ STATS - here in the tread - from those who do actually develop their "dot Mobeys" with mobile-ready/compliant content for use by those that are "on the go"! :yell:

Thank you and kind regards,
-Jeff :santa:

Jeff... I monetize across multiple extensions... including .mobi which you loathe. But I'll be damned if I ever post my keywords, revenue stats, screenshots, etc. for competitive reasons and most importantly it is no one's business but my own. While I see that you are trying to be objective, imo, you are asking for too much.

Are you suggesting that if no one shares DETAILED revenue stats with you, that no market/monetization exists? Whether or not you love or hate .mobi, that type of reasoning seems very flawed and not a legitimate foundation to base your argument. You make valid points every now and then, especially in regards to MTLD's lack of mass promotion, MTLD's RFP process (or lack thereof)... but when it comes down to: 'show me your wad of cash or you're lying'... imo, it's the wrong strategy to use to validate your p.o.v.


What amazes me is that you asked for details, then someone did provide actual screenshots (above) with revenue DETAILS and you have yet to acknowledge that post. Someone has taken the time to prove to you that .mobi can be monetized and you are now speechless.

While it is okay to always be skeptical, what is your feedback regarding those screenshots? just curious where you stand...

 

[-REECE-]

That's a good point Mark. Wapedia.mobi is a great example for mobi investors to look up to about what can be achieved with a well thought out development plan that caters to the mobile market.

Blimn,

Developing is certainly the way to go with mobi names. If you give mobile surfers content, they'll find your site. Plain and simple. And they will click some ads while there. I know this to be true. As Reece mentioned, search engines are your best friend. They don't care if the sites on a .com, .mobi, .mobey or .babaganoush.They'll find your content if you have good key word domain(s)



Reece, you don't necessarily need unique and compelling content on your site. Just give mobile surfers what they're looking for in a clean, fast way. That's what the mobile web is all about. I dare say that even iPhone surfers would rather go to a mobi site vs a full blown flash driven site full of pop ups. Time is money, and if you can provide users a straight shot to what they're looking for (even if it's not unique), they'll choose your mobi.
Another note: You don't have to have two versions if you develop a mobile site. They show up on PC's with no problem, unlike the opposite. Sure, they look "small" and it could be advantageous to offer a "full" version (bigger pages = more ad space and less restriction)...but you certainly don't have to.

Don't forget that Adsense for mobile is another alternative (or addition) to admob. There are also affiliates popping up. Get some visitors, then sell your own ad space. Lot's of ways to make mobi money. You just have to be a little creative...but parking is dismal, in most cases.

Best of luck

 

[coast]

Amazon.com (not .mobi) is a 3/5 on ready.mobi and allows affiliate links. Most smartphones can see it. The .mobi is not equipped for affiliate links.

Admob can be good money if you have keyword domain names and content that people are interested in having. If you have something that doesn't appeal to the masses, the money is pennies, or maybe $20 every four months or so.

Google adsense for mobile has the problem of not recognizing non-smartphones as uniques, so revenue is down from actual traffic since they have no way of distinguishing gateways.

Expect more affiliate companies to offer mobile links on a test basis in the coming year or so since there have been patents filed for the mobile payment gateways that are now limited to bango (which takes an enormous chunk of your money) and paypal mobile (which has limits on what you can sell and how much you can charge per transaction).

Hope this helps.

 

[Jeff]

While I see that you are trying to be objective, imo, you are asking for too much.

^ Thank you, I'm simply trying to get right to heart of the matter for the O.P. ... specifically, exactly "how do you make money off of a .mobi extension", IMHO. :gl:
I don't feel that I'm asking for too much ... as I've personally seen VERY very little of actual substance with regard to this query - even from those that supposedly support the "dot Mobey" extension, in my view. :blink:

Are you suggesting that if no one shares DETAILED revenue stats with you, that no market/monetization exists? Whether or not you love or hate .mobi, that type of reasoning seems very flawed and not a legitimate foundation to base your argument.

No, but I think in me publicly asking ... the specific and DETAILED answers may prove helpful to the O.P. and others (especially new and newer members), IMHO. :talk:

You make valid points every now and then, especially in regards to MTLD's lack of mass promotion, MTLD's RFP process (or lack thereof)... but when it comes down to: 'show me your wad of cash or you're lying'... imo, it's the wrong strategy to use to validate your p.o.v.

There are few that have been more critical of flawed and greedy mTLD and the disappointment of the abandoned RFP process and complete LACK OF MASS PROMOTION over two years+ after launch, IMHO.
Here, however, I'm not stating that someone "is lying" if they can't produce detailed revenue stats, etc., but this information could be very helpful in this discussion context. :imho:

What amazes me is that you asked for details, then someone did provide actual screenshots (above) with revenue DETAILS and you have yet to acknowledge that post.

I saw the 428,389 ad requests and total revenue of $1,273.99 for Nov. 1st - Dec. 1st ... which specific generic, developed, and fully mobile-ready/compliant "dot Mobey" websites are these stats for (for instance, I can see that the stats are for "All Sites & Apps)? :gl:

Thanks for any additional assistance.
-Jeff

 

[Keith]

I saw the 428,389 ad requests and total revenue of $1,273.99 for Nov. 1st - Dec. 1st ... which specific generic, developed, and fully mobile-ready/compliant "dot Mobey" websites are these stats for (for instance, I can see that the stats are for "All Sites & Apps)? :gl:

Thanks for any additional assistance.
-Jeff

Jeff you must carefully examine each post before you
just attempt to shoot them down.

Rob has clearly posted not 1 but 2 links for Shania.mobi.
Both offer stats on traffic and earnings.

So now that you've seen proof of .mobi being monetized,
I'm curious on how you'll attempt to shoot it down next!