Domain Glossary
Essential domain name terminology explained. From DNS basics to ICANN governance, understand every concept in the domain industry.
DNS & Infrastructure
DNS resolution, record types, nameservers, and the protocols that power domain name lookups.
Domain Registration
The lifecycle of a domain name — registration, transfer, renewal, and expiration.
TLD Types & Classification
How top-level domains are categorized: gTLDs, ccTLDs, sTLDs, and the new gTLD program.
Domain Security
DNSSEC, SSL/TLS, domain hijacking prevention, and abuse mitigation.
ICANN & Governance
ICANN structure, policies, dispute resolution, and internet governance frameworks.
Domain Business
Aftermarket trading, domain valuation, portfolio management, and monetization.
Domain Pricing
Fee structures, premium domain pricing, auction mechanics, and cost optimization.
Technical Standards
RFCs, internationalized domain names (IDN), Punycode, RDAP, and related standards.
SEO & Web Presence
Domain authority, redirects, canonical URLs, and how domain names affect search rankings.
Hosting & Email
DNS for hosting, email records (MX, SPF, DKIM, DMARC), and CDN configuration.
Domain Investing & Trading
Domain flipping, drop catching, auction strategies, portfolio ROI, and market trends.
Emerging Technologies
Web3 domains, blockchain naming, AI-driven tools, and next-generation internet addressing.
Legal & Policy
Trademark law, UDRP nuances, domain arbitration, privacy regulations, and compliance.
Domain Management
Day-to-day domain administration: DNS changes, registrar tools, monitoring, and automation.