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Ask HN: Using numbers vs. longhand in domain?

5 points| JonathanWCurd | 15 years ago | reply

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

[+] silent1mezzo|15 years ago|reply

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.

[+] zx76|15 years ago|reply

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!

[+] maze|15 years ago|reply

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

[+] WillyF|15 years ago|reply

I went longhand with onedayonejob.com and onedayoneinternship.com

[+] Dramatize|15 years ago|reply

The longhand version looks more professional.

[+] keiferski|15 years ago|reply

neither. Avoid numbers entirely.

[+] ohashi|15 years ago|reply

Buy both.

[+] profitbaron|15 years ago|reply

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.