A domaincatcher is a service or technique that automatically re-registers an already-taken domain the moment it becomes available again. The term is used generically for the process — and also as a brand, e.g. by DomainCatcher.com. This page explains both and clearly separates them.
Domaincatcher as a process
A domaincatcher generally refers to a service or software that re-registers a domain exactly when it becomes available after its deletion/blocking period. Because sought-after names are often gone within seconds, such services work automatically. The domain catching guide describes the details.
Domaincatcher vs. DomainCatcher.com
| "Domaincatcher" (generic) | DomainCatcher.com (brand) | |
|---|---|---|
| What | process/service type | specific platform |
| Focus | any TLD possible | specialises in .de |
| Services | catching in general | backorder, RGP lists, ReCatch, Domex, ODM, ReDomain, parking, API |
Transparency: Catchdomain.at and DomainCatcher.com are economically/personally affiliated. More on this.
DomainCatcher.com as a practical example
DomainCatcher.com is a project operated by Leo Kobes and the affiliated business environment, used here as a concrete example of how a catch service works. It focuses on .de and combines classic backorders with RGP lists, the ReCatch process (taking over on the last RGP day before the public drop, first-come first-served, without auctions, ReCatch 25 € net), the Domex marketplace (fixed prices 9–99 €), the Open Domain Market, ReDomain for monetisation, parking and an API. Details on the project page.
Further reading
Frequently asked questions
Is "domaincatcher" a product or a term?
Both. Generically it means the catch process/services. As a brand, DomainCatcher.com stands for a specific platform specialising in .de domains.
Can I "catch" myself?
Manual registration at the release moment is possible but rarely successful for popular names. Catch services automate the timing and improve the odds.