Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What is a domain name?+
A domain name is a unique address that identifies a website on the internet. It is what users type in their browser's address bar to visit your site.
A domain name acts as a human-readable representation of an IP address, which is a string of numbers used to identify a specific server on the internet. By translating these numbers into an easily memorable format, domain names make it simpler for people to navigate the web.
What are the benefits of domains and the value they add?+
Domains offer several benefits and add significant value in various ways:
1. Brand Identity and Professionalism: A memorable domain helps establish a recognizable and professional brand, adding credibility to businesses and personal brands.
2. SEO and Online Visibility: Domains improve search engine rankings with relevant keywords and enhance visibility in local searches.
3. Marketing and Communication: Consistent branding across marketing materials and facilitates tracking and effectiveness of marketing efforts.
4. Ownership and Control: Provides a stable online presence, allowing for tailored email addresses and subdomains.
5. Economic and Competitive Advantage: Domains can appreciate over time, becoming valuable digital assets, and give businesses a competitive edge by making them easier to find and remember.
6. Global Reach and Accessibility: Enables reaching a worldwide audience with continuous access to information and services.
7. Security and Reliability: Improves security for online transactions and protects brands from cybersquatting and misuse.
Transfer Questions
Can I transfer my domain to another registrar after I buy it?+
Yes, you can transfer your domain to another registrar after purchasing it. The process involves unlocking your domain and obtaining an authorization code from your current registrar.
Once you have the authorization code, you will need to provide it to the new registrar during the transfer process. The transfer typically takes 5-7 days to complete, during which time you will receive status updates via email.
How do domain name transfers work?+
Domain name transfers involve moving your domain from one registrar to another. This process can take between 5 to 7 days and requires an authorization code from your current registrar.
During the transfer process, your domain remains active and accessible to visitors. You will need to ensure your domain is unlocked and that your contact information is up-to-date to avoid any delays.
How do I transfer my domain to GoDaddy?+
To transfer your domain to GoDaddy, you need to unlock your domain, obtain an authorization code, and follow the transfer process on GoDaddy's website.
Once you've initiated the transfer on GoDaddy's you'll receive a confirmation email with further instructions. The process is straightforward and their support team is available to assist if you encounter any issues.
Payment Questions
Can I make an offer on the domain?+
Yes, you can make an offer on a domain through our marketplace. We will review your offer and get back to you with a response.
If your offer is accepted, you will receive instructions on how to complete the purchase. If not, you may have the opportunity to negotiate or place a new offer.
What payment methods do you accept?+
We simply use the leading domain marketplace Dan.com, which is a GoDaddy brand, and uses escrow services to protect both buyer and seller.
Dan.com supports the following payment options: Bank wire, Visa, MasterCard, iDeal, ApplePay, GooglePay, MisterCash, Sofort, Paypal, AliPay, WeChatPay, and Bitcoin.
Buying a Domain
How do I search for a domain?+
You can use our search tool to find available domain names. Simply enter your desired domain name in the search bar and browse the results.
What are premium domains?+
Premium domains are high-value domains that are often short, memorable, and keyword-rich. They typically have a higher price due to their desirability.
These domains are valuable assets for businesses looking to establish a strong online presence. Premium domains can help improve SEO, brand recognition, and overall credibility.
Domain Ownership
What does it mean to own a domain?+
Owning a domain means having the rights to use that domain for your website or email addresses. You can manage, renew, or transfer the domain as needed.When you own a domain, you have control over where it points, such as which web hosting provider it connects to, and you can create email addresses using that domain.
How long do I own a domain after purchase?+
When you purchase a domain, you typically register it for a period ranging from one to ten years. You can renew the domain before it expires to maintain ownership.It's important to keep track of your domain's expiration date and renew it in a timely manner to prevent losing ownership.
Domains
What are the different types of domains?+
There are several types of domains, including top-level domains (TLDs), country code top-level domains (ccTLDs), and generic top-level domains (gTLDs).TLDs are the most common and include extensions like .com, .net, and .org. ccTLDs are specific to countries, such as .uk for the United Kingdom and .ca for Canada. gTLDs include newer extensions like .app, .blog, and .shop.
How can I find out who owns a domain?+
You can use a WHOIS lookup service to find out who owns a domain. This service provides information about the domain's registration, including the owner's contact details if they are not private.Many registrars offer WHOIS privacy services that hide the owner's contact information from public view. In such cases, the registrar's contact information is displayed instead.
How do domain names work?+
Domain names are the familiar names of URLs, or unique identifiers, on the Internet. Domain names function in a manner similar to a physical address in the physical world: Domain names identify IP addresses. Just as you would address a letter to send in the mail, the IP address tells computers where websites are located on a network.Domain names are assigned by ICANN, The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. ICANN is the accrediting regulatory agency that governs the use of domain names. ICANN's primary mission is to make sure that every domain has a URL, and that each domain has a unique IP address.
Domain names need to be renewed yearly by their owner (registrant). This registration fee is paid to a registrar, such as DynaDot.com, who acts as the middleman between domain owners and ICANN.
When registration fees are not paid, registrars must comply with ICANN rules and attempt to notify the registrant. If the registrant does not respond to notifications, the domain name goes through an expiration process, whereupon ICANN releases the domain to the open market.
What's the difference between domain names, websites, and web hosting?+
It's easy to think a domain name and a website are the same. While they are related, they are very different things.A domain name is like the address of your home. It just tells people where to go to find you.
Websites are the code and content that you provide.
A web host is a service that provides technology, allowing your website to be seen on the Internet.
What's the difference between a registrar, registry, and registrant?+
A domain registrar is an ICANN accredited organization that sells and manages domain names. The domain name registry is a database of all domain names and the associated registrant information within each TLD. A domain name registrant is the person or organization who has registered a domain name.What's a TLD? / What's a gTLD?+
TLD stands for Top-Level Domain, which is the part of the domain name located to the right of the dot. gTLD stands for Generic Top-Level Domain. gTLDs are one of the categories of top-level domains (TLDs).What's a URL?+
Uniform Resource Locator is the address of a web page – consisting of the protocol (such as https), followed by the domain name and TLD, and specific links to pages.For example: https://www.goatnames.com/about