The Grandfather of All Domain Names – Symbolics.com – Sold to XF.com

Posted on September 1st, 2009 by admin in Domain News | 1 Comment »

The first and oldest domain name ever – Symbolics.com – has changed hands for the only time since it`s initial registration all the way back in 1985. Missouri based XF.com Investments has purchased the domain name for use in their business.

“We are extremely excited to own the Symbolics.com domain name,” said Aron Meystedt, the 29-year-old CEO of XF.com Investments. “For us to own the first domain is very special to our company, and we feel blessed for having the ability to obtain this unique property.”

XF.com plan to mark the 25th anniversary of the domain name’s registration with something special.

“On March 15, 2010, Symbolics.com will celebrate its 25th year,” Meystedt says. “This is a special milestone for all of us. The Internet has changed the face of business and entertainment, and to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the domain that started it all is very special.”

The whois information for Symbolics.com shows an update today:
Record expires on 16-Mar-2016.
Record created on 15-Mar-1985.
Database last updated on 1-Sep-2009 06:14:53 EDT.

Symbolics.com tops our list of 100 oldest domain names which you can view here.