AcornDomains.co.uk

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Industry: Community
Founded: 2004
Ownership: Helmuts Meskonis
Headquarters: Maidstone
Country: UK
Website: Acorn Domains
Facebook: Acorn Domains Facebook
LinkedIn: Acorn Domains Linkedin page
Twitter: TwitterIcon.png@acorndomains
Key People
Helmuts Meskonis, Owner

AcornDomains.co.uk is the largest UK domain name investor and domain name industry online forum, established in 2004. It is focused on domain names, specifically catering to the UK domaining community. AcornDomains.co.uk is recognized as the oldest and largest domain investor forum in the United Kingdom, boasting over 15,800 registered members and accumulating more than 625,000 posts (as of April 2024).

History and Ownership

The founding date of AcornDomains.co.uk is not publicly documented. However, information suggests it has been operational for a considerable period, earning recognition as the UK's most established domain investor forum. In April 2023, entrepreneur Helmuts Meskonis, known for founding the Domain Summit convention, acquired AcornDomains.co.uk.

Content and Activity

AcornDomains.co.uk serves as a platform for UK-based domain investors and enthusiasts to:

  • Discuss various aspects of domain name investing, including buying, selling, and appraising domains.
  • Share knowledge and best practices within the domaining community.
  • Stay updated on industry news and trends related to the UK domain name market.
  • Network with other domain investors and potential business partners.
  • Buy and sell domain names directly from domain investors.

The forum features sections dedicated to different topics like domain valuation, domain sales success stories, legal considerations in domain investing, and discussions about specific domain extensions relevant to the UK market.

Impact and Significance

AcornDomains.co.uk's longevity and sizable user base proves its significant role within the UK domaining community. The forum serves as a valuable resource for domain investors seeking to learn, connect, and navigate the UK domain name market.

Acquisition by Domain Summit

The acquisition of AcornDomains.co.uk by Helmuts Meskonis, founder of the Domain Summit convention, sparked discussions about the potential motives behind this move. Some users left the forum learning it is getting commercialized, while some raised UK brands and established global brands rejoined the forum realizing that it is run as a predictable business for the business needs of the UKs and global domain name industry.

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