Registering a domain
These articles discuss various topics related to domain registration. For information about how to purchase a new domain, please see this article.
-
Choosing an effective domain name
One of the most important decisions you will make is choosing a domain name for your web site. This article provides some tips and pointers, such as avoiding linguistic traps and to reinforce the site's concept.
-
Protecting your domain registration
Don't lose your domain name! Learn how to protect your domain from expiration, scams, and more.
-
Internationalized domain names
Internationalized domain names (IDN) allow you to use Unicode characters in domain names. This article shows you how to register an IDN, and how to add an IDN in cPanel and WebHost Manager.
-
Nexus requirements for .us domain registration
When you register a .us domain, you must provide some additional information to fulfill the Nexus requirements. Learn more here.
-
Requirements for .ca domains
This article gives you an overview of the requirements for registering .ca domain names, as well as an overview of the governing body, categories and requirements of domain names, and registration name formats.
-
Domain expiration
Learn what happens when a domain expires, and how you can reactivate it.
-
ICANN domain validation
As of 2013, ICANN requires validation for new domain registrations and registrant contact information updates. Learn more here.