Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about DomainFund, domain investing, and how to get started.
General
What is DomainFund?
DomainFund is the first decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) dedicated to tokenizing premium domains and democratizing digital real estate investment opportunities. We pool investor capital to acquire, develop, and monetize high-value domain names.
How does domain investment work?
Domain investment involves acquiring domain names that have potential for appreciation in value. We focus on premium domains with strong commercial potential, brandable names, and domains in emerging technology sectors.
What makes domains valuable?
Domain value is determined by factors like length, memorability, commercial potential, search volume, brandability, and extension (.com being most valuable). We use professional valuation methods and market analysis to identify opportunities.
Investment
What is the minimum investment amount?
Our Supporter tier starts at $1,000 minimum investment. We also offer Investor ($10,000+) and Partner ($50,000+) tiers with additional benefits and access to higher-value opportunities.
Do I need to be an accredited investor?
Accredited investor status is not required for our Supporter and Investor tiers. However, accredited investors have access to additional investment opportunities and higher-value domain deals.
What are the expected returns?
Historical domain investments have shown 15-25% annual returns, though past performance doesn't guarantee future results. Returns vary based on market conditions, domain selection, and development strategies.
How are investment decisions made?
Investment decisions are made through our DAO governance system. Token holders vote on domain acquisitions, development strategies, and portfolio management. Our team provides research and recommendations, but the community decides.
Membership & Tiers
What are the different membership tiers?
We offer three tiers: Supporter ($1K+), Investor ($10K+), and Partner ($50K+). Each tier provides different levels of access, voting power, and investment opportunities.
Can I upgrade my membership tier?
Yes, you can upgrade your membership tier at any time by increasing your investment amount. Upgrades take effect immediately and provide access to additional benefits.
What benefits do I get as a member?
Benefits include early access to domain opportunities, voting rights on investment decisions, regular portfolio updates, exclusive market insights, and potential profit sharing from successful domain sales.
Risks & Legal
What are the risks of domain investing?
Domain investing involves risks including market volatility, changing technology trends, regulatory changes, and the possibility of loss of principal. We diversify across multiple domains and categories to mitigate risk.
How is my investment protected?
We use smart contracts and blockchain technology for transparency and security. All investments are tracked on-chain, and we maintain professional insurance and legal compliance.
What happens if DomainFund dissolves?
In the unlikely event of dissolution, assets would be distributed proportionally to token holders based on their ownership percentage. We have legal structures in place to protect investor interests.
Technical
How do I track my investment performance?
You can track your investment through our dashboard, which shows real-time portfolio value, individual domain performance, and overall returns. We also provide regular reports and updates.
What blockchain technology do you use?
We're built on Ethereum and use ERC-20 tokens for governance and profit sharing. Our smart contracts handle investment tracking, voting, and automated distributions.
How do I participate in governance?
Token holders can participate in governance by voting on proposals through our platform. Voting power is proportional to token ownership, and all votes are recorded on-chain for transparency.