Domain Flip Profit Calculator
Profit from buying and reselling a domain name.
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Results
- Net profit
- $615.00
- Amount after commission
- $680.00
- Total cost basis
- $65.00
- Return on investment
- 946%
Quick answer
Domain flip profit is sale price minus purchase cost, renewal fees held, and the marketplace's commission.
profit = sale price x (1 - commission%) - purchase cost - renewals
How to use the Domain Flip Profit Calculator
- 1Enter what you originally paid for the domain and any renewal fees while holding it.
- 2Enter your expected sale price and the marketplace's commission (Sedo, Afternic, GoDaddy Auctions typically charge 10-20%).
- 3See your net profit and ROI after all costs.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Purchase cost50
- Renewal fees paid while holding15
- Sale price800
- Marketplace commission15 %
Results
- Net profit$615.00
- Amount after commission$680.00
- Total cost basis$65.00
- Return on investment946%
Frequently asked questions
What's a good domain flip ROI?
Domain flipping is high-variance; many flippers target 3-10x their purchase price to make it worthwhile.
Do marketplaces always charge commission?
Most do, though rates vary — always check the specific marketplace's fee schedule before listing.
About this calculator
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