A domain name is simply a familiar name or series of words that are used to
identify a unique IP address. For instance, www.car.com is much easier to
remember than its IP address of 8 numbers. With domain names you can remember
our name Domain4YourName and find us on the Web without having to memorize the
numerical addresses.
What is a Top Level Domain (TLD)?
A top level domain (TLD) is the "suffix" É or the end of a domain
name. The .net in ezdialisp.net is the TLD.
There are two types of top-level domains: global and country code. Global Top
Level Domains are .com, .net, .org, ..biz, .name, .info . Country code Top Level
Domains were created to be used by each individual country, such as .tv which is
the country code for Tuvalu (as well as a trendy new suffix.)
What Top Level Domains (TLDs) does Domain4YourName offer for registration?
We offer .com, .net and .org ..biz .info .cc .tv .name Domains
along with Mulitlingual Domains - Register your favorite domain name NOW
by clicking here.
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How do I register a
domain name with Domain4YourName?
Registering a Domain Name with Domain4YourName is fast and simple! Just 4
easy steps!
Step 1. Check for domain name availability. Simply type in the domain name
you wish to check to verify that it is available. Click
"go." This might take a few seconds depending on your modem speed, as
you will be performing a WHOIS query to determine if the domain is available.
Step 2. Simply click the continue link when it comes up with
"Congratulations your Domain is available"
Step 3. Register in our Data Base by filling in all details - These Details
will be entered against your Domain Name so please make sure they are true and
correct.Step 4. Log in and then order and pay with your credit card!
How long does the Domain4YourName registration process take?
Domain4YourName registration process should take just a few minutes. Your domain
name will be reserved worldwide within 20 minutes of the subscription.
The domain names ending with .com, .net and .org may take from 24 hours up to
72 hours, until they are accessible on the www. This is considered normal
Internet propagation time.
ccTLD's (Country Code Top Level Domains) - for example, .tv, .cc, etc. may
take a few days until they are accessible on the Internet. Registration
processing time is determined by the individual countrie's registry.As a courtesy
if you are purchasing a Hosting Package with your domain name, your newly registered
domain name will point to a "Coming Soon" Web page customized with
your domain name.
Is it possible for another person to register my domain name after I have
registered it?
Domain name availability is verified by Domain4YourName ICANN accredited
Registrar through a system called SRS (Shared Registration System), a universal
database of available .com, .net and .org domain names. This system prevents
your domain name from being registered through another Registrar.
How many characters
and what characters can a registered domain name include?
Domain names have a variety of basic rules to help keep the Internet
organized and make sure that websites are easy to find.
Here are some basic tips:
.COM, .NET and .ORG Domain Names .COM - to be used for commercial and
personal sites
.NET - recommended for companies involved in Internet infrastructure
.ORG - recommended for not-for-profit organizations
.TV - cc for Tuvalu, to be used by the General Internet Public for commercial
and personal sites
- Use only letters, numbers, or hyphens ("-")
- Websites cannot begin or end with a hyphen
- Must have less than 63* characters, not including .COM, .NET and .ORG
- .com, .net and .org domain names exceeding a total of 26 characters are
supported by most web browsers. However, certain web browsers, eMail
programs and other Internet related applications may not support domain
names over 26 characters.
.CC Domain Names
.CC - Cocos (Keeling) Islands to be used by the General Internet Public for
commercial and personal sites
- Use only letters, numbers, or hyphen ("-")
- Cannot begin or end with a hyphen
- Cannot contain all numbers
- Must have at least 3 characters, but less than 47, not including .CC
After selecting an available domain proceed by clicking the "Continue"
button and you will be guided through the rest of the easy registration process.
What if the domain name I want to register is already taken?
If the domain name you want is already taken you will need to try another
search. Try varied spellings, adding hyphens or shortening your domain
name while checking for availability.
What do I do if I accidentally misspell my domain name during the
registration process?
Domain4YourName has a no refund policy on Domain Name registrations
Can I register other TLDs besides .com, .net and .org for 1, 2, 5, or 10 year
increments?
Only .com, .net and .org are available for variable time increments.
Registration terms for all other ccTLDs are determined by the individual
registry in charge of that specific TLD. .biz .info .tv .cc all are
registered for minimum of 2 years at a time.
I want to transfer the Registrar for my .com, .net or .org domain name
before my registration has expired. Will my current term of registration
continue with my new Registrar?
When you transfer your domain name registration to Domain4YourName, you are transferring
any remaining time left on the initial term of registration. You are also
required to extend your registration for an additional year with
Domain4YourName.
If you wish to transfer your domain name to Domain4YourName please click
here for complete instructions and pricing information.
What methods of
payment does Domain4YourName accept?
You may use a valid MasterCard, Visa, American Express or Discover Card. You
may also elect to pay by Paypal,
Your account will be activated upon
receipt of your payment. You must include the domain name(s) on the paypal form
.
Domain names will be reserved worldwide within 20 minutes from the submission
regardless of the form of payment.
My credit card was declined or rejected during the registration process;
how can I register my domain name?
If you were unable to complete your registration because your card was
declined, please try another card. For your convenience you may also pay by *Paypal.
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What is a DNS (Domain
Name Server)?
A DNS server is a computer that is connected to the Internet and is
responsible for or assists in distributing domain name zone file information,
which translates your domain name into an IP Address and specifies the mail
server(s) responsible for eMail distribution for your domain name.
Domain names have a
variety of basic rules to help keep the Internet organized and make sure that
websites are easy to find.
Here are some basic tips:
.COM, .NET and .ORG Domain Names .COM - to be used for commercial and
personal sites
.NET - recommended for companies involved in Internet infrastructure
.ORG - recommended for not-for-profit organizations
.TV - for Tuvalu, to be used by the General Internet Public for commercial
and personal sites
.CC Domain Names
.CC - Cocos (Keeling) Islands to be used by the General Internet Public for
commercial and personal sites
.BIZ is a
top-level domain (TLD)
.BIZ is the world's first Internet-based environment dedicated exclusively to
the business community. It promises to be much more than just another domain
name. In addition to providing businesses with an enhanced presence on the Web,
the .BIZ database platform will soon be able to provide services that more
efficiently facilitate commerce across the Internet. Simply put, .BIZ means
business.
Do .BIZ domain
names have any restrictions?
Yes. The .BIZ domain can only be used for a "bona fide business or
commercial use". A bona fide business use is one of the following:
- to exchange goods, services, or property of any kind;
- in the ordinary course of trade or business; or
- to facilitate (i) the exchange of goods, services, information, or
property of any kind; or, (ii) the ordinary course of trade or business
Registering a domain name solely for the purposes of (1) selling, trading or
leasing the domain name for compensation, or (2) the unsolicited offering to
sell, trade or lease the domain name for compensation does not constitute a
"bona fide business or commercial use" of that domain name. For
illustration purposes, the following do not constitute a "bona fide
business or commercial use" of a domain name:
- using or intending to use the domain name exclusively for personal,
noncommercial purposes; or
- using or intending to use the domain name exclusively for the expression
of noncommercial ideas (i.e., registering abcsucks.BIZ exclusively to
criticize or otherwise express an opinion on the products or services of ABC
company, with no other intended business or commercial purpose).
