Help Center

Everything you need to find, buy, and launch the right domain.

Welcome to Dotto

What is Dotto?

Dotto is a curated domain marketplace built for founders, creators, and businesses who care about brand-first naming.

Unlike traditional registrars, Dotto focuses on quality over quantity — surfacing premium, brandable domains that are ready to launch.

Who is Dotto for?

Dotto is designed for:

  • Startup founders and entrepreneurs
  • Agencies and brand builders
  • Product teams launching new ventures
  • Domain investors focused on long-term value

If you're building something that matters, your name matters too.

Creating a Dotto account

To create an account:

  1. Visit dotto.com
  2. Click Sign up
  3. Enter your email address and password
  4. Verify your email

Once logged in, you can save domains, purchase instantly, and manage your portfolio.

Finding Domains

How domain search works

Dotto combines curated inventory with smart search to help you discover high-quality domains without the overwhelm.

You can search by:

  • Keyword
  • Industry or use case
  • Brand style (short, modern, premium, playful)
  • Extension (.com, .ai, .co and more)

Only domains that meet our quality bar are shown.

What makes a domain "premium"?

Premium domains on Dotto are typically:

  • Short and memorable
  • Easy to pronounce
  • Brandable and versatile
  • Globally usable
  • Scarce and high-value

Pricing reflects quality, scarcity, and market demand.

Saving and watching domains

Logged-in users can:

  • Save domains to favourites
  • Watch domains to revisit later
  • Build a shortlist before purchasing

Saved domains appear in your dashboard.

Buying a Domain

How to buy a domain

Buying a domain on Dotto is simple:

  1. Select a domain
  2. Click Buy now
  3. Complete secure checkout
  4. Receive transfer instructions via email

Most domains are transferred within 24-72 hours.

Payment methods

We accept:

  • Credit and debit cards
  • Secure payments processed via Stripe

All transactions are encrypted and secure.

What happens after purchase?

After purchase:

  • You'll receive a confirmation email
  • We initiate the domain transfer
  • You'll be guided step-by-step to complete ownership
  • The domain will appear in your Dotto dashboard

We coordinate the process end-to-end.

Transfers & Ownership

How domain transfers work

Transfers vary by registrar but usually involve:

  • Accepting a transfer email
  • Entering an authorisation code
  • Confirming ownership

Dotto manages the coordination so you don't have to chase sellers.

Supported registrars

Dotto works with all major registrars, including:

  • GoDaddy
  • Namecheap
  • Google Domains
  • Cloudflare
  • Porkbun

Other registrars are supported on request.

How long do transfers take?

  • Push transfers: 24-72 hours
  • Full registrar transfers: up to 5-7 days

Delays may occur due to ICANN rules or incomplete approvals.

Managing Your Domains

Your Dotto dashboard

From your dashboard, you can:

  • View purchased domains
  • Track transfer status
  • Manage saved domains
  • Access invoices and receipts

This is your control centre for domain ownership.

Renewals and expiry

Domain renewals are managed through your chosen registrar after transfer.

Dotto does not auto-renew domains, giving you full control.

Pricing & Payments

Why do domain prices vary?

Domain prices are based on:

  • Length and memorability
  • Extension
  • Market demand
  • Brand strength
  • Comparable sales

Premium domains are digital assets, not commodities.

Are there any hidden fees?

No.

The price you see includes:

  • Domain ownership
  • Secure transaction handling
  • Transfer coordination

Registrar renewal fees are paid separately after transfer.

Security & Trust

Is Dotto safe?

Yes. Dotto uses:

  • Secure Stripe payments
  • Verified domain ownership checks
  • Escrow-style transaction handling

Funds are not released until ownership is confirmed.

Protecting your account

We recommend:

  • Using a strong, unique password
  • Enabling two-factor authentication (when available)
  • Never sharing transfer emails or authorisation codes

Support & Contact

Contacting support

You can reach us via:

We typically respond within one business day.

If something goes wrong

If there's an issue with:

  • A payment
  • A transfer
  • Domain availability

Contact support immediately and we'll resolve it end-to-end.

Still have questions?

Our team is here to help you find the perfect domain.

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