keyword.com vs TheKeyword.com

Discussion in 'Domain Names' started by bluearrow, Jan 10, 2007.

  1. #1
    i wanted to buy a domain name like BioClub.com but its already reg'ed but there is another one like TheBioClub.com. so its work "The" + keyword .com. whats your opinion guys ? does it worth to buy ?

    Domain is for develop a web rather than resell. in SEO point of view i think site might loose traffic to the first name which is reg'ed and parked.

    but as a domain, how does this word "the" in front of keyword would effect the value ?

    should i go for this domain and better search for another one, its for a club site.
     
    bluearrow, Jan 10, 2007 IP
  2. domnom

    domnom Peon

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    #2
    You're right. You will loose traffic from the non "the" version
    It will decrease the value of the domain of course but it's memorable and if it's still free you better go and register it
     
    domnom, Jan 10, 2007 IP
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    netprophet Banned

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    #3
    I don't think it make any big difference:)
     
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    3 words is the maximum allowed for a domain name

    Any word/character more in a domain does make difference but if he will be able to build brand using this domain he will not have a problem

    (still traffic will leak to the non "the" version of the domain)
     
    domnom, Jan 10, 2007 IP
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    netprophet Banned

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    #5
    exactly.....
    but the content of the site and what type of service they provide is the main thing.:)
     
    netprophet, Jan 10, 2007 IP
  6. bluearrow

    bluearrow Well-Known Member

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    the site would be just information site like tutorials , forums, resources etc. traffic leak would be non stoppable unless if we could do a strong branding of the site. how does this would effect the value of the domain. value drop would be huge ?
     
    bluearrow, Jan 10, 2007 IP
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    bluearrow the domain is clean. start the developing
    From my experience the mistake many make at the web is their search for the absolute domain gem. They loose time and possible money
    The issue here is to create branding as you said

    So the name is crucial but not without a content
    You can't avoid the traffic leak but eventually you will get the amount of traffic you want

    The name is OK for me go for it
     
    domnom, Jan 10, 2007 IP