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Domain Name Registration Questions:
- Will my name and contact information be publicly available?
- Do you handle Foreign Domain Name Registrations?
- Do you handle Domain Name Registrations?
- How can I get a domain name ending in .com, .net or .org?
- How do I modify a domain name registered with Register.com?
- How do I modify a domain name registered with Worldnic?
- How do I modify a domain name registered with VeriSign (Network Solutions)?
- What is a NIC handle?
- What if one of the contacts declines the modification?
- I received an error on the application filed, what do I do?
- How long does modifying a domain name take?
- What if the InterNIC records are wrong/outdated?
- What is the procedure to modify a domain name?
- Can I transfer/modify an existing domain name?
- What’s in a name?
- Besides the currently existing gTLDs are there any new ones?
- Are .com, .net, and .org domain names available for registration on a globaly?
- What are the rules for the registration of .com, .net and .org names?
- When do I have to pay for my domain name?
- What is a domain name?
- How much does registering a domain name cost?
Answers:
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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.
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| | Do you handle Foreign Domain Name Registrations?
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We are proud to currently house domains from over 120 countries, and can house any valid domain name extension. Currently we offer domain name registration services only for .com, .net and .org extensions. If you are interested in foreign domain name registrations, we provide you with useful resources to help link you to most registration services around the world.
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| | Do you handle Domain Name Registrations?
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| | How can I get a domain name ending in .com, .net or .org?
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Domain names can be registered through many different companies known as "Registrars". We offer considerable discounts on .com, .net or .org domain name registrations. Click the Name Registrars logo on the navigation bar for more details.
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| | How do I modify a domain name registered with Register.com?
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You need to go to their home page (www.register.com) to make changes to your domain. Make the changes to the name servers as follows:
1. Go to www.register.com
2. Click on "manage my domain"
3. Click on "modify DNS information"
4. Delete the temporary default register.com name server information
5. Replace it with our name server information
Our name servers are:
NS.HOST4U.NET
NS2.HOST4U.NET
6. Submit new information
Once these changes are complete, within 48-72 hours, you will be able to use your domain name for uploading files, and viewing your web site instead of using your IP address.
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| | How do I modify a domain name registered with Worldnic?
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You need to go to their home page (www.worldnic.com) to make changes to your domain
or call them at 1-888-642-9675**. The changes you will need to make are to the name
servers. Our name servers are:
- Go to www.worldnic.com
- Click on "Make Changes"
- Enter your Domain Name
- Enter your Account Number & Password
- Click on 'DNS or Server Info'
- Replace the Name Servers with:
- Primary Name Server : NS.HOST4U.NET
- Primary IP# : 209.150.128.30
- Primary Handle : NS23899-HST
- Secondary Name Server : NS2.HOST4U.NET
- Secondary IP# : 209.150.129.3
- Secondary Handle : NS23900-HST
- Click on "Submit this form for processing"
Once these changes are complete, within 48-72 hours, you will be able to use your
domain name for uploading files, and viewing your web site instead of using your
IP address.
** You can call Worldnic at 1-888-642-9675 or 703-742-0914 (outside the US) and provide them your Account Number and Password details, and they will process the modification right over the phone. Since you are on the phone, they will not require email authorization.
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| | How do I modify a domain name registered with Verisign (Network Solutions)?
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You need to go to their home page (www.netsol.com) to make changes to
your domain or call them at 1-888-642-9675. The changes you will need to make are
to the name servers. Our name servers are:
- Go to www.netsol.com
- Click on "Make Changes"
- Enter your Domain Name
- Click Expert (I know which form I need)
- Click on 'Service Agreement'
- Enter your email address (enter an active email address, as NS will email a confirmation/authorization* request. If the email address entered is different from the one you registered your domain with, when send the authorization please use that email address. If that email address is no longer active, refer to Question 11 for further instructions.)
- Replace the Technical Contact with: AD3086-ORG
- Replace the Name Servers with:
- Primary Name Server : NS.HOST4U.NET
- Primary IP# : 209.150.128.30
- Secondary Name Server : NS2.HOST4U.NET
- Secondary IP# : 209.150.129.3
- Click on "Submit this form for processing"
Once these changes are complete, within 48-72 hours, you will be able to use your
domain name for uploading files, and viewing your web site instead of using your IP
address.
*The email will include a tracking number in the form "NIC-YYMMDD.#" (#=Sequential number from 1 to 5 digits). Use the tracking number in the Subject of any Email you send regarding that particular Registration Agreement.
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| | What is a NIC handle?
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A NIC handle is a unique identifier assigned to each domain name record, contact record, and network record in the InterNIC domain name database. You can use the same NIC handle as the contact for several domains. This way, if you make a change to the NIC handle (i.e., the email address), all domains using that NIC handle will be updated as well. Thus keeping all your information in the InterNIC database updated.
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| | What if one of the contacts declines the modification?
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As long as you are the listed owner, you can follow the procedure above and fax the authorization in with a valid ID. To expedite this further you may want to place a phone call to InterNIC at 703-742-4777, in most cases they will process your request while you are on the phone with them.
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| | I received an error on the application filed, what do I do?
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You will need to correct the error and re-send the application. This should be done by directly replying to the InterNIC email and not by filing an entirely new form. To avoid any delays in approving your domain name, make all corrections on the 'error email' itself sent by InterNIC.
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| | How long does modifying a domain name take?
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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.
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| | What if the InterNIC records are wrong/outdated?
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If the contact information for the domain is no longer current, you will then need to use the tracking number you received from InterNIC to have your client fax in the authorization. The tracking number can be found on the email you received from InterNIC saying they received your request. This is the first email they send you after your submission. Your client will need to prepare a fax on company letterhead, as follows:
- Include company name, address and phone number in the header.
- Reference the domain name and InterNIC tracking number.
- Request the domain name modification in accordance with the InterNIC number to the new Name Servers.
- Have the President or Vice President of the company sign the request.
- Print the name and title below signature.
Fax the authorization to 703-742-9552 along with a photocopy of a valid photo ID (state Driver's License, passport or any other valid ID) of the person signing the request.
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| | What is the procedure to modify a domain name?
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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.
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| | Can I transfer/modify an existing domain name?
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Yes. You can place an order by telephone or through our Online Registration Form, but make sure you specify that you are requesting a transfer and NOT a new domain. You should keep the service at your present site while waiting for your domain name to transfer. We will provide you with a temporary IP address so you can mirror your site on our server. All email and web pages will still be accessed from your current site. When InterNIC receives the template, they will send an authorization request to the current administrative contact of the domain. Once the administrative contact authorizes the transfer, InterNIC will update their records.
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A domain name takes the form of a company name or associated brand name, succeeded by a recognized Internet suffix. For example, company ABC Inc. might register the name abc.com. The .com is a domain name suffix. There are well over 400 of these suffixes. Domain suffixes often reveal the organization's location, and its status.
For example, UK Domains include .co.uk, .org.uk, .net.uk, .ltd.uk, and .plc. uk. These are all registered on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Other Country Code Domains
Each country has its own country code domain, e.g., .fr for France, .ru for Russia, or .dk for Denmark. Procedures for registering domain names differ considerably around the world. Some countries allow anyone to register a domain name whether or not they have a presence there. (These are often known as ‘high-risk’ countries). In others, a local presence is required, although one person or organization can register any number of domain names. Elsewhere, not only is a local presence required, but only one name can be registered, which has to be the same name as the registering company.
Generic Domains
Generic domains are available for anybody to register on a first-come, first-serve basis. Generic domains are not associated with any one country, and consequently are also known as ‘International’ domains. The suffix ‘.com’ is universally recognized. It is the domain of choice for US Corporations. It is also popular with companies that have a global presence or distribution network. Other generic domains include .net, and .org. This list will probably be added to in the near future.
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| | Besides the currently existing gTLDs are there any new ones?
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Currently Available gTLDs:
.com
.net
.org
.us
.info
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.biz
.name
.ws
.bz
.cc
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.ca
.cn
.com.cn
.net.cn
.org.cn
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.nu
.tv
.co.uk
.org.uk
.tm
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| | Are .com, .net, and .org domain names available for registration on a globaly?
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Yes. The .com, .net, and .org domains are available for registration by Internet users across the globe. ICANN accredited domain name registrars are also located in various countries around the world.
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| | What are the rules for the registration of .com, .net and .org names?
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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.
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| | When do I have to pay for my domain name?
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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.
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| | What is a domain name?
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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.
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| | How much does registering a domain name cost?
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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. Currently, our domain registration rate is $30.00 per year, although the first year's domain registration is FREE for all new accounts.
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