Domain Name Guidelines:

• Use only letters, numbers, or dashes ("-")
• Cannot begin or end with a dash
• Cannot have more than 63 characters
• Domain names cannot include space
  
  

F A Q s

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1. How long does it take to register a domain name? - Top

We file the domain within just a few minutes of your submission, It usually takes between 48-72 hours to show up in the online whois databases and becomes active.

- Updated: May 23, 2000

 

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2. Will my name and contact information be publicly available? - Top

Yes. Information about who is responsible for domain names is publicly available to allow rapid resolution of technical problems and to permit enforcement of consumer protection, trademark, and other laws. The registrar will make this information available to the public on a "Whois" site.
- Updated: March 25, 2000

 

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3. How long does modifying a domain name take? - Top

Once the listed administrative or technical contact on the Whois records authorizes the verification request sent by email, modification usually takes 72 hours for domain propagation around the world.
- Updated: March 25, 2000

 

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4. What is the procedure to modify a domain name? - Top

You will fill out the same form except, highlight 'M' for modify rather than 'N' for a new domain. It is very important that you use the same company name and address on the template as that which is on file at InterNIC. If the company name differs from that which is on file, InterNIC will treat the transfer as a new order and will not allow the transfer to be completed.
- Updated: March 25, 2000

 

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5. Besides the currently existing gTLDs are there any new ones? - Top

Yes. The International Ad Hoc Committee (IAHC) has defined an additional set of seven gTLDs though they are not yet in effect.

.firm for businesses, or firms
.store for businesses offering goods to purchase
.web for entities emphasizing activities related to the www
.arts for entities emphasizing cultural and entertainment activities
.rec for entities emphasizing recreation/entertainment activities
.info for entities providing information services
.nom for those wishing individual or personal nomenclature

- Updated: March 25, 2000

 

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6. What are the rules for the registration of .com, .net and .org names? - Top

Rules for .com, .net and .org Domain Name registrations:

• .com - to be used for commercial and personal sites

• .org - recommended for not-for-profit organizations

• .net - recommended for companies involved in data networking especially related to the Internet

• Use only letters, numbers, or dash ("-")

• Cannot begin or end with a dash

• Must have at least 3 characters, but cannot have more than 67*, (including .com, .net and .org)

• Domain Names are not case sensitive

• Domain Names cannot include spaces

* .com, .net and .org domain names exceeding a total of 26 characters are supported by most web browsers. However, certain web browsers, email programs and other Internet related applications may not support domain names over 26 characters.

- Updated: March 25, 2000

 

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7. When do I have to pay for my domain name? - Top

Before your domain name becomes active, you must provide a credit card number or any other form of payment. This requirement enhances the availability of domain names by preventing them from being tied up by individuals not intending to pay for registration.
- Updated: March 25, 2000

 

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8. What is a domain name? - Top

A domain name provides you with an identity, or address, on the Internet. It helps you to find and to be found. When a server is searching for something on the World Wide Web, it looks for a string of digits known as an IP network address, (e.g. 156.130.43.30). A domain name is the text translation of this IP address, which is easier to remember than a string of digits. Registering a suitable domain name on the Internet is the equivalent of registering a company name. Once it has been registered, no one else can use that name. Because so many companies have similar names, it is important to register a suitable domain name as soon as possible.
- Updated: March 25, 2000

 

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9. How much does registering a domain name cost? - Top

As a customer you will have access to most competitive Domain Name Registrations rates in the industry. We offer discounts on .com, .net and .org domain name registrations. Please refer to the Pricing Schedule below:

$29.00/1 Year
$56.00/2 Years
$84.00/3 Years
$112.00/4 Years
$140.00/5 Years

- Updated: June 6, 2000