Buy .com Domains Safely: Escrow Checklist for Serious Buyers

Never wire directly to an unknown seller. Use a reputable escrow service such as Escrow.com with domain-specific workflows.

Confirm registrar lock status, obtain the auth/EPP code only through escrow-mediated steps, and verify WHOIS/RDAP updates after push.

Plan DNS cutover: lower TTLs ahead of time, stage SSL certificates, and keep email routing stable during the transfer window.

Document everything—invoice, escrow ID, and transfer timestamps. Clean paperwork protects resale value and enterprise diligence later.