Short domains trade by pattern. Investors talk about LLL.com, NNNN.com, CVCV.com and "chips" — names without Q, Z, V or X that are favoured in Chinese markets. Paste any domain to see its pattern, the total number of possible names with that pattern, and the market notes that apply.
How to use the Domain Pattern Classifier
- Enter a domain.
- Press Classify.
- Read the pattern, the combination count and the market notes.
How it works
Letters become L, digits N; for letter names we also show the consonant/vowel pattern (C/V). The combination count is 26 or 10 raised to each position (for example LLL = 26³ = 17,576). "Chip" status uses the most common convention among Chinese buyers: the name avoids the vowels and the letter V (a, e, i, o, u, v). Some investors use stricter lists, so we show the rule applied.
When to use it
- Understanding short-domain pricing
- Grouping a portfolio by pattern
- Learning market jargon
Pro tips
- Every LLL.com is registered — scarcity is total, so floors move with market liquidity.
- Five-number .com names are plentiful; liquidity is far lower than four-number names.
Frequently asked questions
What is a CVCV domain?
A four-letter name alternating consonant and vowel, like 'tavo'. They're pronounceable and popular as brandables.
What are chip domains?
Short names made only from characters popular with Chinese buyers, usually excluding vowels and V. Definitions differ slightly between investors.
Are all LLLL.com names taken?
Nearly all four-letter .com combinations are registered, which is why they trade with a price floor.