Frequently Asked Questions

Last Updated: July 7, 2026

Common questions about buying and selling on DomainLiq

General

What is DomainLiq?

DomainLiq is a modern domain marketplace that connects sellers with buyers. We support a variety of payment flows, including secure escrow holds via Stripe (credit cards), USDC (cryptocurrency), and Escrow.com, as well as direct-to-seller transfers via PayPal and Wise.

What payment methods do you accept?

We support five payout and checkout mechanisms:

  • Credit/Debit Cards (Stripe Escrow): Visa, Mastercard, AMEX (available on all domains)
  • USDC Cryptocurrency (Crypto Escrow): Stablecoin payments on the Polygon or Base network (available on verified domains $5+)
  • Escrow.com (Secure Escrow): Secure third-party escrow for transactions (recommended for high-value sales $500+)
  • PayPal (Direct to Seller): Direct payment transfer (available on verified domains only)
  • Wise Transfer (Direct to Seller): Direct bank/Wise transfers using Wise transfer tags (available on verified domains only)

What are the platform fees?

DomainLiq Platform Fees:

1. Stripe (Card Payments):
  • $1 - $9.99: FREE (no platform fee)
  • $10 - $50: $1.00 flat fee
  • $51 - $100: $1.50 flat fee
  • $100+: 2% flat platform fee
Stripe payment processing fees (~2.9% + $0.30) apply separately.

2. USDC Payments: 5% flat platform fee. Gas fees on Polygon or Base network are paid by buyer and are under one cent.

3. Escrow.com Payments: 0% platform fee from DomainLiq. Escrow.com's standard transaction fees apply (starts at 3.25% or $10 minimum).

4. PayPal & Wise Payments: 0% platform fee. These are direct-to-seller payment intents.

USDC Payments

What is USDC?

USDC (USD Coin) is a stablecoin cryptocurrency pegged 1:1 to the US dollar. 1 USDC always equals $1 USD. It's issued by Circle, a regulated financial company, and is one of the most trusted stablecoins in the crypto industry.

Why do you use Polygon and Base networks?

Polygon and Base both have much lower transaction fees compared to Ethereum mainnet. A typical transaction on either network costs less than $0.01, while the same transaction on Ethereum could cost $5-50. This makes USDC payments practical for all price ranges.

How do I pay with USDC?

  1. Click the purple "Pay with USDC" button on a domain
  2. Enter your email address
  3. You'll see the escrow wallet address and exact USDC amount
  4. Open your crypto wallet (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, etc.)
  5. Make sure you're on the Polygon or Base network
  6. Send the exact USDC amount to the address shown
  7. Copy your transaction hash back to DomainLiq to verify

Where can I buy USDC?

You can buy USDC on any major cryptocurrency exchange:

  • Coinbase
  • Binance
  • Kraken
  • Crypto.com

After buying, transfer the USDC to your wallet on the Polygon or Base network.

What if I send USDC on the wrong network?

Important: We only accept USDC on Polygon or Base (not Ethereum, BSC, or other networks). If you send USDC on the wrong network, we cannot recover it. Always double-check you're on the Polygon or Base network before sending.

How do I receive USDC payouts as a seller?

  1. Go to Settings → Integrations
  2. Find the "USDC Payments" section
  3. Enter your Polygon or Base wallet address
  4. Click Save

When a buyer pays with USDC and confirms receipt, the USDC (minus 5% fee) is sent directly to your wallet.

What's the minimum for USDC payments?

Domains must be priced at $5 or more to accept USDC payments. The domain must also be verified (green badge) for USDC to be available.

PayPal Payments

How does PayPal payment work?

PayPal is a direct payment method. When you click "Pay with PayPal", you're redirected to PayPal to send money directly to the seller. DomainLiq is not involved in this transaction.

Is PayPal payment protected by DomainLiq?

No. PayPal payments go directly to the seller. DomainLiq does not hold PayPal payments in escrow and cannot issue refunds or mediate disputes. If you have an issue, you must handle it through PayPal's buyer protection program.

Why would I use PayPal?

  • You trust the seller
  • You prefer PayPal's buyer protection over card payments
  • Seller doesn't have Stripe or USDC configured

How do I enable PayPal as a seller?

  1. Go to Settings → Integrations
  2. Find "PayPal Payments" section
  3. Enter your PayPal email address
  4. Click Save

Important: You must manually mark domains as "sold" after PayPal sales.

Wise Payments

How does Wise payment work?

Wise is a direct payout transfer system. When a buyer initiates payment via Wise, the platform displays the seller's Wise transfer tag (e.g. `@johnwise`). The buyer performs a direct Wise-to-Wise transfer. DomainLiq does not hold Wise funds in escrow.

Is Wise direct transfer protected by DomainLiq?

No. Wise payments are direct transfers from buyer to seller. DomainLiq does not hold Wise funds in escrow and cannot issue refunds. Disputes must be managed directly between the buyer and seller or through Wise support.

How do I enable Wise payouts as a seller?

  1. Navigate to Settings → Integrations
  2. Find the Wise Tag Payouts input
  3. Enter your Wise username or transfer tag (e.g. `@johnwise`)
  4. Click Save Settings

Buyers will be able to see your Wise tag and choose direct checkout on your verified domains. You must manually mark the domain as "sold" after payment confirmation.

Escrow.com Transactions

What is the Escrow.com integration?

Escrow.com is the world's most secure licensed online escrow provider. DomainLiq offers direct integration with Escrow.com. When a buyer clicks the "Escrow.com" button, a transaction is automatically initialized on Escrow.com using the seller's email address and domain name.

What are the rules and limits for Escrow.com?

  • Only available on domains priced at $500 or more.
  • DomainLiq charges 0% platform fee for Escrow.com checkout.
  • Escrow.com's standard transaction fees apply (which can be split equally or paid entirely by one party during checkout setup).

Buying Domains

How do I buy a domain?

Find a domain you like and click either "Pay with Card" for credit card payment or "Pay with USDC" for cryptocurrency. Complete the checkout and the seller will be notified to transfer the domain to you.

Is my payment protected?

Yes! Whether you pay with card or USDC, your payment is held securely until you confirm receipt of the domain. The seller only gets paid after you click "Confirm Receipt".

What if the seller doesn't transfer the domain?

Sellers must provide the Authorization Code within 48 hours. If they don't, you're entitled to a full refund (card) or USDC return (crypto). Contact [email protected].

What if the Authorization Code doesn't work?

Contact us immediately at [email protected]. We'll investigate and if the code is invalid, expired, or fake, you'll receive a full refund.

How long do I have to confirm receipt?

You have 7 days from when the seller provides the Authorization Code. After 7 days, funds are automatically released to the seller.

Selling Domains

How do I start selling?

  1. Create an account
  2. Go to Settings → Integrations
  3. Connect Stripe (for card payments) and/or add your USDC wallet (for crypto payments)
  4. Add your domains from the Dashboard
  5. Verify ownership to get the green badge (required for USDC)

How do I get paid?

Card payments: Funds are sent to your Stripe account, then to your bank (2-3 business days).
USDC payments: USDC is sent directly to your Polygon or Base wallet (usually within minutes).

Both methods require you to provide the Authorization Code and for the buyer to confirm receipt (or 7-day auto-release).

What happens if the buyer doesn't confirm?

If you provided a valid Authorization Code and the buyer doesn't confirm within 7 days, the funds are automatically released to you.

Why isn't my domain on the homepage?

The homepage features domains priced under $1,000 to focus on quick liquidation. Higher-priced domains are visible on your profile page.

What is domain verification?

Verification proves you control the domain's DNS. Add a TXT, A, or NS record to get a green verified badge. A record verification also enables a free "For Sale" landing page! Note: Domain verification is required regarding to accept USDC payments.

What are the rules and minimum prices for external checkout links?

DomainLiq supports adding checkout links from GoDaddy, Dynadot, Spaceship, and Atom. The rules, commissions, and minimum listing prices vary by registrar:

  • Atom.com (formerly Squadhelp): No minimum price. Atom allows sellers to configure direct checkout links for listed domains, utilizing standard marketplace landing pages.
  • Spaceship (SellerHub): Minimum price is $100. Spaceship's SellerHub has a strict $100 minimum listing price for both Buy It Now configurations and Make Offer thresholds. It offers a 5% to 10% commission.
  • GoDaddy (Afternic / Dan Engine): Minimum price is $99. GoDaddy's backend (Afternic) enforces a hard system minimum of $99 to publish a functional "Buy It Now" checkout link. GoDaddy/Afternic also applies a minimum commission fee of $15 per sale (pricing close to or below $15 means transaction fees consume the payout).
  • Dynadot (Marketplace): No minimum price. Dynadot removed its $5 minimum price requirement for Buy It Now (BIN) and Closeout marketplace listings, offering the ultimate flexibility to set checkout links at any low-dollar amount. It charges a flat 10% marketplace commission.

Support & Disputes

How do I contact support?

Email us at [email protected] or use the Messages feature on your dashboard to chat with our team.

How are disputes handled?

Disputes are handled case-by-case. Contact support with transaction details and we'll investigate within 5 business days. We aim to be fair to both buyers and sellers.

Can I delete my account?

Yes, you can delete your account and all data at any time from Settings → Danger Zone.

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