Domain names FAQs

• What factors should I consider when choosing a website domain?

  There are many different tips on how to choose the desired domain name at a great price. Start by thinking about your brand and the possible extensions you can get. Aim for a short and simple name, even though a top-level domain extension like .com might be hard to find. Avoid numbers and hyphens to keep its readability strong. Vague and generic names should also be off your list.

  At the end of the day, you want a memorable domain name that aligns with your brand and business goals.

• What is the difference between a domain name and web hosting?

  The domain is the actual name of your website, the URL text you type in your browser when you want to visit a certain page online. It tells your server which content to bring back to the user to fulfill their request.

  In comparison, web hosting is the service that facilitates your website so it can be available online. This includes the server hardware and all additional solutions needed for the site creation, maintenance, security, and support.

• What is domain name renewal, and how can I avoid losing my domain?

  Every domain registration is valid for a certain period. When you purchase a domain - it is not yours for life, but only while you keep renewing it. To avoid losing the name, you simply need to keep paying for its registration before it expires.

• What happens to my domain name if I don't renew it?

  Domain names typically pass through a few stages if you fail to renew them. In the first 30 days, there is a grace period when you still own the name and can pay for renewal. After that, the domain enters the Redemption phase when you can only get it back for a steep fee with the registrar. This is followed by the Pending Delete stage when the domain registrar releases it back for public registration. After that, anyone can freely get the name for their own needs.

  Keep in mind that if you have an active website on that domain, it will become unavailable as soon as your name expires.

• Can I use an existing domain name with your hosting service?

  Absolutely. You can easily use an existing domain name with a new web hosting service. Once you register for a hosting account, you get a welcome email with all essential user data, including your nameservers. You simply need to go to your domain registrar with those nameservers and change your current ones to point the name to your host.

• Can I register a domain name for more than one year?

  It is fully possible to register a domain name for many years in advance. In fact, many entrepreneurs who are serious about their online business prefer that option as it allows them to focus on their project development instead of constantly worrying about renewals. The most popular domains in the world are often secured for decades ahead.

• What should I do to be able to transfer my domain name to you?

  Transferring a registered domain name to another registrar is a pretty simple process. You simply need to unlock the domain with the current registrar and get its EPP code. Afterward, you request the transfer with the new company and give them this authorization code. Once the process is initiated, you will receive a message you need to confirm on the administrative email address of the domain. Once that is complete, it takes a few days for the migration to be fully completed, and the domain name will appear with your new registrar.