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What is the dispute resolution process for .ca domains?

The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) works with several firms to...

How do domain names work?

Registering a domain doesn't automatically make your website appear when visitors...

What do I do with my domain once it's been registered?

Besides setting up your website, there are a number of things you can do with your...

What is a top-level domain (TLD)?

A top-level domain (TLD) is the part of the domain name located to the right of the...

What does it mean to park a domain name?

When you park a domain name, a temporary Web page displays when visitors go to your...

Registering Domains

If your domain is available, you can register it for a period of time that you specify...

What does the status of a domain name mean?

There are 23 domain status codes that you may come across when using DomainAlert Pro....

What is .mobi?

The .MOBI domain is the first and only top-level domain (TLD), or domain extension,...

What is a nameserver?

Nameservers are the Internet's equivalent to phone books. A nameserver maintains a...

When Must I Renew My .de, .jp, or .co.uk Domain?

If you set your domain to automatically renew, we attempt to renew the domain on the...

What if I become ineligible for my .ca domain registration?

The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) periodically audits domains to...

Who can register .ca domains?

Applicants must meet the Canadian Presence Requirements , and only the following...

What are zone files and zone records?

Zone files organize the zone records for domains and subdomains in a DNS server. Every...

About .ca

The .ca top-level domain (TLD) is a domain extension that represents Canada. A .ca...

Who can register .me domains?

Registration for .me domains is open to all, depending on the timeframe in which you...

How do I increase my search engine ranking?

Because search engines use proprietary ranking algorithms, and Web directories rely on...

How do I create content for my .mobi domain?

When creating website content for your .MOBI domain, you must comply with the...

¿Quién aparece como el titular del dominio?

To view this article in English click here . Cualquier registración...

¿Puedo registrar un dominio si no tengo un proveedor de hosting (alojamiento)?

To view this article in English click here . ¡Sí! Usted puede...

Which domain extensions or top-level domains can I register?

We currently offer these top-level domains (TLDs): .COM .net .org .biz .info...

What domain extensions can I transfer?

We can transfer domains with the following extensions: .COM .INFO...

What is the process for registering .ca domains?

To register a .ca domain, first check its availability through our website by...

What is DNS?

DNS (The Domain Name System) provides visitors access to websites through domain...

Glossary of TLDs

TLD A Top Level Domain is the last part that a domain name consists of. For...

Can I renew my .ca domain name if it expires?

You can recover expired .ca domains during the grace period and the Registry...

Can I register domains if I don't have a hosting provider?

Haga clic aquí para ver este artículo en español. Yes, you can...

Who is listed as a domain's registrant?

Haga clic aquí para ver este artículo en español. Any public...

What if I lose my login information for managing my .ca domain through CIRA?

You may need to manage some of your account modifications through the Canadian...

How does mTLD make the .mobi standards and requirements available to registrants?

The .MOBI standards, requirements, and recommendations are published in the dotMobi...

Why should I register more than one domain name?

If you're thinking about registering more than one domain name, you've got the right...

What is a domain name?

A domain name is a Web address, such as coolexample.com, that is linked to an IP...

What are 301 and 302 redirect pages?

You can forward or mask a domain name to redirect to another website. When specifying...

What is .me?

The .me top-level domain (TLD) is a new domain extension that represents you. Use the...

What is a registrant account for .ca domains?

Registrant accounts contain the contact's registration information, which is listed...

Can I hide my personal information in the Whois directory?

We must make the contact information you listed for your domain public, per our...

Can a domain registered elsewhere use your system to register new nameservers?

No, your domain must be registered through us if you want to use our system to...

What is a .CSV file?

A .CSV file is a list of comma-separated values. The comma-separated values (.CSV)...

What is a second-level domain (SLD)?

The second-level domain is the readable part of the domain name that is located...

Completing Applications for .asia Domain Registrations

Depending on the group that you are affiliated with, such as a business applying for a...

Who can register .asia domains?

If your business, organization, or community group is located in one of the...

How can you charge so much less for domain registration than other registrars?

We do not purchase domains through any other company. We are a fully accredited...

Who qualifies for a .us domain?

The U.S. Nexus Requirement ensures that only individuals or organizations that have a...

What is the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy?

ICANN's Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP) defines how to resolve...

Which countries are in the Asia-Pacific region?

To register a .ASIA domain, at least one contact must reside in the Asia-Pacific...

Can I add .asia domains to my CashParking account?

CashParking does not currently support .ASIA domains. You cannot add a .ASIA domain to...

What is domain kiting?

Domain kiting is the process of registering a domain to test it for monetization...

What is mTLD?

mobile Top Level Domain Ltd (mTLD) is the global registry for the .MOBI top-level...

Can I renew a domain registered with another registrar through your company?

Yes, you can renew through us now and not have to pay the other registrar's renewal...

Do you offer domain names in bulk quantities?

Yes, you can register any domain extension combinations and take advantage of our bulk...

What do I do if I have a trademark dispute?

Unfortunately, we cannot make any changes to the registrant fields without a legal...

Are there any restrictions on content I can place on .asia Web pages?

There are no restrictions for the content you can place on your .asia Web pages.

What if I misspelled my domain when I registered it?

Unfortunately, we are unable to change or edit the spelling of a domain after it has...

What is .asia?

The .asia top-level domain (TLD) is an ICANN-sponsored domain extension that...

What is the auction process for .me domains?

During the Sunrise and Landrush periods, we may receive multiple applications for the...

What are the charges for .ca domains?

You can register .ca domains for $12.99/year for up to 10 years.

Can I add .ca domains to my CashParking account?

Yes, you can add .ca domains to your CashParking account.

What's the refund policy for .ca domain registrations?

You automatically receive a refund for failed registrations, and you may be eligible...

What are internationalized domains?

Internationalized domain names are foreign language .COM, .NET, or. INFO domain names...

Can I apply private registration to my .ca domains?

The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) automatically applies private...

What is the registry for .ca domains (CIRA)?

CIRA is the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA), a non-profit...

Why should I register .ca domains?

Securing your company name, registered trademarks, and product names with .ca...

Do I have to pay taxes on .ca domains?

All .ca registrants must pay the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and may need to pay...

Completing Applications for .me Domain Registrations

You can complete an application for your .me domain and submit it during the...

What is the process for registering .me domains?

To register a .me domain, you submit an application during the appropriate timeframe,...

What is the refund policy for .me domain registrations?

We can refund .me domain registration fees during the the Landrush pre-registration...

What if someone else applies for my .me domain?

If we receive multiple applications for the same domain during the Sunrise and...

Why is my .me domain being auctioned?

If you received an email notifying you that your .me domain is being auctioned, it's...

Are there any restrictions on content I can place on .me Web pages?

There are no restrictions for the content you can place on your .me Web pages.

Can I add .me domains to my CashParking account?

Yes, you can add .me domains to your CashParking account.

Why should I register a .me domain?

You can register a .me domain to tell the world about you. After registering your...

What is the process for registering .asia domains?

You are eligible to register .asia domains if at least one of your registration...

When can I register .me domains?

Registration for .me domains becomes available over three phases: Sunrise...

Can I challenge an application for a .me domain?

The rules for the Sunrise period include a Sunrise Challenge Policy that allows a...

What are the registration lengths for .me domains?

To register a .me domain during the Sunrise period, you must complete an application...

What are the restrictions on .ca domain names I can register?

.ca domain names must be between 2 and 50 characters long. Domains can contain the...