Registration & Management
Step-by-step guides for registering, transferring, renewing, and managing domain names across registrars.
For: Current and prospective domain owners
How to Register a Domain: Complete Walkthrough
Step-by-step guide to registering your first domain name: choosing a registrar, searching availability, and completing setup.
5 min readChoosing a Domain Registrar: What to Look For
How to compare domain registrars on pricing, WHOIS privacy, support, transfer policies, and interface quality before committing.
6 min readDomain Transfer Guide: Move Domains Between Registrars
Complete guide to transferring a domain between registrars: EPP codes, unlocking, 60-day rules, and avoiding common transfer failures.
6 min readDomain Renewal Best Practices
Best practices for domain renewal: auto-renewal setup, grace periods, multi-year registration, and never losing a domain to expiration.
5 min readBulk Domain Registration: Tips for Multiple Domains
Strategies for registering and managing multiple domains at scale: portfolio planning, bulk tools, pricing tiers, and renewal management.
5 min readUnderstanding Domain Lock and Its Importance
Domain lock prevents unauthorized transfers and hijacking. Learn registrar lock, registry lock, and EPP status codes that protect your domain from theft.
7 min readHow to Manage Multiple Domains
Managing a multi-domain portfolio requires the right tools, registrar consolidation strategy, and renewal workflows. A practical guide to keeping everything organized.
8 min readDomain Backordering: How to Get Expiring Domains
Domain backordering lets you try to register a domain the moment it expires. Learn how backorder services work, success rates, and strategies to maximize your chances.
8 min readPrivacy Protection: Free vs Paid Services
Compare free vs paid WHOIS privacy protection across major registrars. WhoisGuard, ID Shield, and built-in registrar offerings reviewed for coverage and reliability.
8 min readWhat Is an EPP Code and How to Get One
An EPP code (authorization code) is required to transfer a domain between registrars. Learn what it is, how to get it, and how the transfer process works.
8 min readDomain Grace Periods Explained
Domain grace periods — add, renew, auto-renew, redemption, and pending delete — explained with timelines, fees, and recovery options for every stage.
8 min readICANN vs Non-ICANN Registrars
What's the difference between ICANN-accredited registrars and resellers? Learn what accreditation means for consumer protections, pricing, and domain dispute resolution.
7 min readDomain Name Disputes: UDRP Process Explained
The UDRP is the primary mechanism for resolving domain name disputes involving trademark infringement. Learn the process, costs, success rates, and alternatives.
8 min readUnderstanding ICANN Fees
ICANN charges per-domain fees that every registrar passes to registrants. Learn what the ICANN fee is, how it's applied, and how it affects domain pricing across TLDs.
8 min readDomain Registration for Businesses
Business domain registration involves trademark searches, legal entity considerations, corporate ownership best practices, and multi-domain defensive strategies explained.
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