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Site news and other domain name related musings.
Domain name auctions guide to buy and sell + Domain auctions sites comparison
See how domain auctions actually work, where GoDaddy, Sedo & Namecheap stack up, and the fees that sneak up after you win.
Read Full ArticleDomain suffix explained
What .com, .io or .uk really says about your site, and what each one costs at renewal. A clear guide to the four domain suffix types, what the common ones mean, how to choose the right one, and how to set it up in DNS.
Read Full ArticleDomain backorders: how to backorder a domain name and what to expect
Most valuable domains never make it to the public drop; registrars quietly auction them off first. Here's how domain backordering really works
Read Full ArticleTop-level domain vs. subdomain: what they are and key differences
the difference between top-level domains and subdomains, where each sits in the domain hierarchy, what they cost, how they’re used, and what to consider for branding and SEO.
Read Full ArticleTruly understanding the domain life cycle
What .com, .io or .uk really says about your site — and what each one costs at renewal. A clear guide to the four domain suffix types, what the common ones mean, how to choose the right one, and how to set it up in DNS.
Read Full ArticleDomain name registries
Learn what a domain name registry does, how it differs from a registrar, how ICANN connects the two, and why this structure affects domain registration, pricing, renewals, and transfers.
Read Full ArticleThe ultimate guide to your domain name
Here's how to choose a name beyond availability, compare registrar pricing, and what DNS, WHOIS, and ICANN do underneath it all.
Read Full ArticleChoosing the right domain name with all the information
How to pick a name, choose an ending, and check availability without overpaying. Covers naming tips, all five TLD types, domain levels and ccSLDs, what each extension signals, and why renewal price beats the intro rate.
Read Full ArticleRoot domains: what they are, how the root zone works, and what TLDs have to do with it
Root domains can mean different things in different context. Learn what a root domain is in each case, how the DNS root zone and root servers work, where TLDs fit in the hierarchy, and how it all connects to domain registration.
Read Full ArticleSecond-level domains (SLD): Domain names and mandatory country code second level domains. What they are, how they work, and how to choose one
How SLDs sit between subdomains and TLDs, mandatory country-code SLDs, naming and character rules (including accented letters), SEO impact, and how to pick and register a memorable domain.
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