Ask HN: Using numbers vs. longhand in domain?

5 pointsby JonathanWCurdvor 15 Jahren8 comments

Should I use a domain like 5folders.com or fivefolders.com?

What if I can't get one variation because it is already registered, should I move on or is either one ok?

8 comments

silent1mezzovor 15 Jahren

I've found that people often remember longhand domains better and those ones have more direct visits. But overall I haven't really noticed a difference.

zx76vor 15 Jahren

I think people sometimes see numbers in a domain as spammy. But if there's a catchy reason to put the number there then go for it!

mazevor 15 Jahren

Buy Both, and redirect 5folders.com to fivefolders.com or vice-versa.

WillyFvor 15 Jahren

I went longhand with onedayonejob.com and onedayoneinternship.com

Dramatizevor 15 Jahren

The longhand version looks more professional.

keiferskivor 15 Jahren

neither. Avoid numbers entirely.

ohashivor 15 Jahren

Buy both.

profitbaronvor 15 Jahren

I've found that people are more likely to type "fivefolders" over "5folders" into their web browser.

So if I was you I would ensure that I had the longhand domain, and if possible the number version as well.