Afternic

Afternic is a domain name aftermarket marketplace. It allows individuals and businesses to buy and sell registered domain names that are not currently in use. Founded in 1999, Afternic has become one of the largest platforms for secondary domain sales.

The service connects domain owners, known as sellers, with potential buyers. Sellers can list their available domains on Afternic's platform, and the marketplace then distributes these listings to a network of registrars. This means a domain listed on Afternic can be visible to a much wider audience through the websites of various domain name registrars. Buyers can search for available domain names on Afternic or through participating registrar websites.

Afternic operates on a commission basis, taking a percentage of the final sale price of each domain. The platform handles the transaction process, including escrow services, to ensure a secure exchange between buyer and seller. They also offer services such as domain appraisal to help sellers determine a fair market value for their domains. Afternic is owned by GoDaddy, a major domain registrar and web hosting company.