Atom Auctions Launch Seller-Owned Domain Listings with New Forward + Reverse Model

Atom.com has announced the opening of its Auctions feature for seller-owned domains, allowing users to list domains at no cost, including those not previously listed on the platform. The auctions utilize a unique Forward + Reverse Auction format, where domains can be bid on until a set time. If no bids are made, the auction switches to a reverse format, gradually lowering the price until a purchase is made. Premium and Standard listings are both eligible, with plans to expand into public auction events soon.

How To List Your Domains in Domain Auctions

Sellers on Atom.com can now list their domains in Auctions, starting with our Liquidation Auction Format, which supports a unique combination of Forward and Reverse Auctions.

In the near future, sellers will also have the option to submit higher-value domains to our Public or Themed Auction Events.

Eligible Domains for Atom Auctions

You can submit both Premium and Standard Listings to Domain Auctions. If your domain is not yet listed on Atom.com, add it as a Standard Listing first. Once it’s added, you’ll be able to submit it to auctions.

How to Submit Your Domains to Atom Auctions

1. Navigate to Your Listings
   Go to either the Standard Listings or Premium Listings section of your dashboard.
2. Select “Sell in Auctions”
   Click the “Actions” dropdown next to the domain name you want to auction, then select “Sell In Auctions.”
3. Set the Starting Bid and Confirm
   A confirmation popup will appear, allowing you to set a minimum starting bid (between $10 and $50). Once you confirm, your auction will go live at 1 pm CT.

Important Auction Details

• Auction Format: Auctions begin in a Forward + Reverse Auction Format.
• Reverse Auction Transition: If no bids are placed by the end of the Forward Auction, it will automatically switch to a Reverse Auction, starting at $50. The price will then decrease by $10 each day until the domain is purchased or reaches $10.

By listing your domains in Auctions, you agree to abide by our Auction Terms.