YAX.com

Premium 3-Letter .COM Domain

Rare, globally pronounceable, and available for the first time in 30 years

#1
Among available 3-letter .com domains
30
Years of clean history
1st
Time available since 1996

Why YAX.com?

Rare & Memorable

One of only 3000 pronounceable three-letter .com domains (and others are not available for sale at this time). The clear CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) pattern makes it instantly pronounceable and memorable in any language.

Global Appeal

Works seamlessly across industries—technology, crypto, finance, social media, or consumer brands. No cultural barriers, no pronunciation issues.

Clean History

Single verified owner for nearly 30 years. No spam, no questionable use—just a trusted reputation with established search visibility and natural backlinks.

Strategic Asset

Premium domains anchor marketing campaigns, saving years of brand-building, accclerating go-to-market timelines, and saving hundreds of thousands of dollars in advertising and SEO costs.

The YAX.com Story

YAX.com was first registered in 1996 by Daniel Kehoe, an early contributor to development of the Web, as an acronym for Yet Another X (unknown).

Over the years it has been home to open source projects and, most recently, a website builder hosted at this domain from 2020 to 2025.

For nearly 30 years, YAX.com has had a single, verified owner, giving it a clean history, trusted reputation, and strong search visibility. Its careful long-term use and natural backlinks make it stand out as a rare three-letter .com with established authority.

Now, for the first time in 30 years, YAX.com is being offered for acquisition—a rare property from the dawn of the dot-com era.

Comparable Sales

Recent 3-letter .com sales reported by public sources:

OOV.com $400,000
WWI.com $350,000
FSL.com $300,000

Considered only as a three-letter .com domain, YAX.com stands out for its universal pronounceability and brand potential. Add its value as a clean, high-reputation domain and it is unique as a digital property.

Buyer's Guide to 3-Letter Domains

If you've searched for how to buy a premium domain name or short domains for branding, you already know that three-letter .com domains (LLL.coms) are the gold standard of digital assets. They combine scarcity, liquidity, and universal brand appeal.

1. Investor vs. End User

The motivation behind your purchase matters.

  • End Users (companies, startups, global brands) pay more when a domain aligns strategically with their identity. A name like YAX.com can serve as the cornerstone of a brand, product, or platform.
  • Speculative Investors value liquidity, but will avoid tying up six figures in a domain unless a likely buyer is in sight. That's why end-user demand drives the highest prices.

2. .COM or dot-other?

With the explosion of top-level domains (TLDs), it was once thought that dotcom domains would decline in value. But .COM domains have only increased in credibility and authority as domain use has proliferated.

3. Scarcity

Scarcity drives value in LLL.com domains. This finite supply ensures continued upward pressure on values, making them one of the most stable premium domain categories.

  • Only 17,576 three-letter .com domains exist — and most are permanently off the market in the hands of long-term holders who have no incentive to release them.
  • Among these, only about 3,000 are naturally pronounceable in English, an order-of-magnitude rarer subset. YAX.com belongs to this elite group.

4. Pronounceability

Not all three-letter combinations are equal. A pronounceable LLL.com stands out.

  • A pronounceable consonant-vowel-consonant pattern like Y-A-X is instantly memorable and versatile.
  • Pronunciation transforms a domain from just an abbreviation into a word-like asset that feels instantly consumer-friendly.

5. Brandability

Three-letter domains are exceptionally versatile. Their brevity makes them adaptable across verticals.

  • Short, punchy names resonate across industries — from tech and crypto to finance, media, and consumer brands.
  • This flexibility is why LLL.coms are often the first choice for rebrands, product launches, and global campaigns.

6. Liquidity

Few digital assets hold value as consistently as LLL.coms.

  • Ten years ago, most LLL.com domains sold in the five-figure range. Today, premium LLL.com domains regularly trade in the mid-six figures, with some exceptional sales reaching higher.

7. Value

  • Viewed as a strategic brand anchor, a premium domain can save years of brand-building and shorten go-to-market timelines, accelerating trust and recognition overnight.
  • A strong three-letter domain is not just an expense—it is capital preservation. Owning one can save hundreds of thousands of dollars in advertising and SEO costs by reducing the effort required to gain brand recognition and page ranking.

8. Trust & History

A clean domain history adds intangible value.

  • A domain with clean ownership history and decades of continuous use carries authority with Google and other search engines.
  • Unlike new registrations, established domains like YAX.com come with a trusted digital footprint and existing search visibility, providing a safer, stronger foundation for brand growth.

How to Purchase

Buying a three-letter .com domain is different from registering a new name. These assets are scarce, valuable, and usually involve negotiation with an existing owner. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Clarify your purpose

Decide if you're acquiring the domain as an investment or as the anchor for a company, product, or brand. End-users often value the domain as a strategic asset; sometimes an investor has a likely buyer in mind.

2. Choose the right extension

While many new "dot-other" domains exist (.ai, .io, etc.), .COM remains the global standard. Three-letter .coms carry unmatched recognition, trust, and resale value.

3. Prioritize pronounceability and length

Short, pronounceable names (like YAX.com) are vastly more valuable than awkward letter strings. A clean consonant-vowel-consonant pattern ensures memorability and global appeal.

4. Factor in brand savings

A premium domain can reduce time-to-market and save hundreds of thousands in advertising costs by instantly giving your brand recognition and authority.

5. Research comparable sales

Review recent public LLL.com sales to gauge fair value. Examples include:

  • OOV.com$400,000
  • WWI.com$350,000
  • FSL.com$300,000

6. Engage a domain broker

Established brokers bring market insight and skilled negotiation. They typically charge a 10–20% commission, but increase the odds of securing a domain on favorable terms.

7. Prepare and present an offer

Have your broker draft an offer that aligns with known market valuations for three-letter .coms. An experienced broker will make a credible offer that leads to a quick close.

8. Complete the purchase with escrow

Always use a trusted escrow service. Escrow ensures funds are safely held until the domain is transferred to your registrar account.

Frequently Asked Questions About 3-Letter .COM Domains

Why are 3-letter .com domains so expensive?

There are only 17,576 possible three-letter .com domains, and nearly all are already owned. Scarcity drives demand, and pronounceable combinations like YAX.com are even rarer. This makes them highly sought after by brands and investors alike.

Are three-letter domains a good investment?

Yes. LLL.com domains are among the most liquid digital assets, often trading in the six-figure range. Their value has proven resilient over decades, with steady appreciation as supply shrinks and global demand grows.

How do I safely buy a premium domain name?

Always use a trusted broker or an escrow service (such as Escrow.com, Dan.com, or Afternic) to handle payment and transfer. This ensures the domain is securely delivered to your registrar account once funds are cleared.

What industries use 3-letter domains?

Because they are short, memorable, and global, 3-letter domains work across technology, finance, crypto, media, travel, and consumer brands. They're especially valuable for startups seeking a clean, powerful name for international growth.

What makes a 3-letter domain "pronounceable"?

Not all letter combinations read naturally in English. Domains with a consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) structure like YAX.com are more brandable and memorable. Fewer than 3,700 such pronounceable LLL.coms exist.

How much should I expect to pay for a 3-letter .com?

Prices vary with the letters, pronounceability, and buyer intent. Recent public sales include OOV.com ($400K), WWI.com ($350K), and FSL.com ($300K).

Ready to Acquire YAX.com?

A rare opportunity to secure one of the last pronounceable, three-letter .coms with 30 years of clean history.

Contact Daniel Kehoe