What Domain Name Registries still allow for an Add Grace Period full refund?
Q. Interested in domain name tasting what companies you go through to get a full refund back within the 5 day add grace period offered.
Asked by bw_soto - Wed Jul 25 19:46:27 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Try www.dynadot.com. They have a "grace deletion period" of five days. If you request a grace delete, they give you a full credit posted to your Dynadot account. The good thing about Dynadot is that there is no minimum purchase required to utilize the grace deletion function. You can use this service with a single registered domain. Hope this helps. Leona.
Answered by sidelineshop - Fri Jul 27 02:25:31 2007

Domain name system - do I understand it right?
Q. I'm writing an article for my blog about the domain name system I wanted to know if I understand the domain storage system - or do I have it wrong? - When a domain is registered it is added to an international registry - In the registry the domain is assigned to a nameserver. - On the nameserver entries are added (webserver address, mailserver adress, etc.) - Queries to that domain are routed to the nameserver Thanks in advance :) Thanks for the quick answers! One last additional question - where is the international registry stored? Are there special servers?
Asked by Armands P - Mon May 17 10:11:41 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. - When a domain is registered it is added to an international registry Correct. - In the registry the domain is assigned to a nameserver. More the other way around. The nameserver(s) specified by the entity registering the domain are put in the international registry. So if Yahoo added a new domain, say "myyahoo.com" (which they already have), they would tell their registrar (Verisign in this case) that their nameservers are ns1.yahoo.com, ns2.yahoo.com, and so on. - On the nameserver entries are added (webserver address, mailserver adress, etc.) Yes. - Queries to that domain are routed to the nameserver Yes. To answer your latest question: The registries are stored in different places depending on which domain we're talking about ( [cont.]
Answered by JoelKatz - Mon May 17 10:30:48 2010

who is domain registry of America ?
Q. what does domain registry of america have to do with yahoo ? i have a domain name with yahoo , why am i gettingf mail from domain registry of america some one help me as i have never heard of this company
Asked by michael65au2002 - Mon Sep 3 05:02:07 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It is a scam! Read this article!!
Answered by laaabaseball - Mon Sep 3 05:14:37 2007

we registered our domain name columbusbarhopper.com in registry; why does it not appear in your search engine
Q. it appears on google--get with it!!!
Asked by Terry K - Tue May 30 22:47:21 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It seems as if you're trying to contact Yahoo! Search Marketing. You can find that at this site: Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
Answered by TM Express - Wed May 31 09:57:28 2006

Where can I find Recent Domain Name sales listings?
Q. Hi, I am looking for some sort of Domain Registry or something from where I can get a complete list of recent domain sales. Please dont ask me to check dnjournal.com. I want to goto the top source from where websites like dnjournal.com or dnwire.com or other sites are getting listings of recent domain sales. Come on, this is a challenge, I have invested around 2 days trying to search such a listing.
Asked by adlinkex - Sat Jul 7 13:58:45 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hello, The answer to your question is that you simply cannot find a comprehensive list of all "recently sold" domains. This is because you can sell a domain privately, and push them to other people's accounts. This does not show up on popular domain selling sites. Also, each registrar will maintain the information for that domain. Or, the site the domain name was sold on (if it was sold on a domain selling site at all) would have this information exclusively. So, again, there is no comprehensive list of all domain names sold.
Answered by Lydia M - Sat Jul 7 21:52:12 2007

Namecheap domain registry help!?
Q. The other day I bourgh a .co.uk domain, couldn't update the name servers!, I then contacted them about this issue, they updated the name servers. Now I got a new server, and need to update my name servers again! and guess what? they don't update the ns keep going back to the old ones! I've got no idea how to change them without them going strate back to the old NS!! anyidea on this?
Asked by nick.cocchiarella - Sat Dec 22 06:42:05 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

Domain name registration, SEO, Affiliates, and more...?
Q. Does any one have any ideas about setting up a domain name registry, sources of info, resources, and any other related particulars?? I'm looking to start a domain site, either as a registrar (direct) or as an affiliate (third party). Which affiliates are you familiar with, and how has their service been? What technical difficulties have you encountered? What experiences have you had with a registration site, and what would you like to see as part of the service? Any feedback will be greatly appreciated.
Asked by jus2rood - Sun Jul 8 21:22:41 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Here is my reseller site: Very easy to set up. It took me about 5 min. from start to finish. I make about $30 per month.
Answered by r_77_p - Mon Jul 9 04:25:07 2007

Looking for a domain name?
Q. I'm starting a gift registry site but I'm having a hard time coming up with a name for the site.. Anyone have any ideas??? I'm starting a gift registry site but I'm having a hard time coming up with a name for the site.The site will allow people to create a gift registry for multiple stores. Anyone have any ideas???
Asked by nella20005 - Sun Jun 17 22:29:17 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes, sourcing expired domain names with good page rank can bring him immediate traffic to your site. However, choosing a good domain name requires some tactic. A good domain name should be short and interesting. In this way, it will be easily remembered by the community. Secondly, your domain name should briefly tell the community what your content of your website is. For example. www.money.com has a wonderful domain name and it tells people of what the content in the website is by just looking at it..
Answered by Marsden - Mon Jun 18 10:15:03 2007

Name Preferences for Website?
Q. I'm helping a friend develop a website relating to event-planning. He's been able to secure the following domain names, but can't decide which one to use. Please provide your preference on the following names: - off-the-registry.com - festalicious.com - monfete.com Thanks!
Asked by AmarRavi - Mon Dec 15 02:52:25 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I'd go with monfete.com Festalicious.com sounds silly and goofy - not exactly what he wants to portray himself and his business as. Off-the-registry.com just doesn't say anything about the business, so it's not a good idea.
Answered by YouAndI - Mon Dec 15 20:06:51 2008

how can i understand the exact expire date of my Domain name?
Q. can i be sure that at this date my domain will expire? in whois.com this text was displayed: NOTICE: The expiration date displayed in this record is the date the registrar's sponsorship of the domain name registration in the registry is currently set to expire. This date does not necessarily reflect the expiration date of the domain name registrant's agreement with the sponsoring registrar. Users may consult the sponsoring registrar's Whois database to view the registrar's reported date of expiration for this registration.
Asked by pieceof_iron - Sun Jul 9 04:24:19 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Well it means that they(whois) get an expire date from the provider, but it can change. if the day of expire comes they still can extend it.
Answered by ryo_minoru - Sun Jul 9 04:38:37 2006

How can I purchase an already taken domain name?
Q. I want to purcahse a domain name but it is already in use. There is nothing on the website though. It re directs you to some other site so techinally, you can't even pull up the domain I want to buy. The website it re-directs you too, also has nothing on it. I checked under WhoIs but it's registered privately under www.domainsbyproxy.com. So I can't get any contact information. The website it brings you too hasn't been updated since 2007 same with the website I am interested in buying. I found out it will expire in Jan 2009. How can I go about getting it? Also.. I found this on it's registered host godaddy.com . Not sure what it means.. Registry Status: clientDeleteProhibited Registry Status: clientRenewProhibited Registry Status:… [cont.]
Asked by Melissa T - Fri Aug 22 16:15:57 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Most likely the domain name you are looking for is owned by a domain squatter and there is no immediate way for you to buy that name. What you can do is wait until the expiry time and check again to see whether the domain name is renewed. If the domain is not renewed for a length of time after expiration, that domain goes back into the available pool.
Answered by Quantum - Fri Aug 22 16:24:04 2008

When can I register this domain that my competitor sharing with me?
Q. I want to register it as the second it it up for grabs. The info is below. Registrant: John Doe New York, New York 10018 United States Registered through: GoDaddy.com, Inc. ( Domain Name: ***.COM Created on: 20-Sep-05 Expires on: 20-Sep-07 Last Updated on: 16-Aug-06 Administrative Contact: Doe, John john.doe@***.com New York, New York 10018 United States Technical Contact: Doe, John john.doe@***.com New York, New York 10018 United States Domain servers in listed order: NS2.***.COM NS1.***.COM Registry Status: ok
Asked by Jamerican Steve - Thu Sep 20 12:16:21 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If it is a good name, you are going to have a very difficult time registering it when it expires. (usually 60 days after expiration date it can be registered again). Too many people make a living by purchasing expired domain names. Your best bet would probably be to go to godaddy.com and see about buying it using their "Use a Domain Buy Agent to get this name" service.
Answered by answerman - Thu Sep 20 12:43:01 2007

How do I redirect a domain name to my Twitter profile URL?
Q. I recently acquired a domain name from a domain name registry. At present it is not hosted by a domain hosting service. I was wondering if it was possible to redirect the domain name so that those who visit the domain are redirected to my Twitter profile (i.e. Is this in fact possible given the scenario above or do I need to first activate the domain by having it hosted by a service provider? If it is possible, how do I go about redirecting the URL?
Asked by sutton.zach@ymail.com - Tue Mar 10 20:36:31 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

when I register a new domain name with yahoo or go daddy or whomever where does go. can I own it for life.?
Q. I want to register a domain and own it for life as long as I pay for it. Once I pay for the name and its approved where does the final registry sit , with whom and is it mine forever as long as I pay.
Asked by tim c river edge - Sat Apr 15 19:15:53 2006 - - 6 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Yahoo is known to be quick... I rather go with Yahoo, since it is spam free and it is a name you can trust. They have cheap prices as well. And yes the domain you buy from a provider is yours. But if you buy a package like a host + domain is free, the company can find a way to steal that from you. So buy the domain separated.. and Then buy the host. But for Yahoo, if you buy something it is yours 101%... Unless you do illegal stuff, USA will bound to take it. So your under USA laws. If your afraid of that buy it from europe.
Answered by Mohamed.Mansour - Sat Apr 15 19:18:41 2006

How can I add my Windows Media Center to a domain without re-installing?
Q. I would like to add my Windows Media Center to my domain without having to reinstall. I went to the System Properties and the "Network ID" button is disabled, and when I click to change the name the Domain radio button is disabled allowing me to only change the Workgroup Name. I checked online and the only solutions I found was to reinstall and specify to work on a domain. Please help me to add even if it is with a hack on the registry, I don't want to reinstall.
Asked by MrLobito - Mon Jan 22 13:28:47 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. While is probably not the answer you're looking for, Microsoft designed Windows Media Center specifically for home use, which means that, like Windows XP Home edition, it has had the ability to join a domain removed. While you'll still be able to access network shares (using a domain username and password) you will not be able to use domain network log-ins or roaming profiles. For full Windows Domain support you'll either have to upgrade to Windows XP Professional or downgrade to Windows 2000.
Answered by russell.ault - Mon Jan 22 13:39:21 2007

how come registry won't accept 2 letter domain name, but there are 2 letter domain name out there like qq.com
Q. how come domain name registry like netsol.com won't accept two letters domain name, is it because they don't exist anymore?
Asked by denniscyoung - Mon Aug 13 12:54:34 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. All possible two and three letter domain names were taken long ago. Entrepeneurs registered every possible combination in the hopes of being able to sell the names for big bucks.
Answered by pr_helpdesk - Mon Aug 13 13:00:12 2007

Domain renewal and transfer?
Q. Hi. I just got a notice from Yahoo on renewal my domain names. THey are increasing the renewal fee from 9.95 to a whopping 34.95. So I want to cancel with them and move them to another domain registrar like Godady or something. My question is, do i just let my domain names expire and then register them with Godady? Do I not run the danger of someone else registering the names in the time between their expiry and when I re-register them? Is there a sure way of moving them to a new domain registry service with risking loosing them? Thank for your advise.
Asked by Almost freeee - Tue Jan 13 12:36:20 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

There are many domain name registries, how do I find a reputable one, one that will be in business next year?
Q. There are many domain name registries, how do I find a reputable one, one that will be in business next year?
Asked by Paul H - Thu Nov 9 21:02:29 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you're fine with a blunt answer, you'll be hardpressed to find a reputable provider "that will be in business next year". There are 2 realities here: 1. The registrar you're using could go bankrupt (which so far I've found only like 3 cases for the past 7 years), or: 2. The registrar you're using could be acquired by another (which has been going on for the past 2 years). Next best thing is to go with one who's been around for years and will likely be around for years to come. And manage your expectations accordingly.
Answered by Dave Zan - Fri Nov 10 01:15:25 2006

Microsoft domain name?
Q. I bought a domain name from Microsoft small business about a year ago. I made it a private name. I now received an e-mail (listed below) to renew it. I would like to keep the same domain name but I'm not sure if I need to subscribe to the service listed below. If I don't pay them the $14.95 will I still have the domain name but it will be public? Or will I lose the domain name? Thanks. Your subscription to Microsoft Office Live Small Business - Domain Addon is scheduled to be automatically renewed on Friday, May 7, 2010. Here is a description of the service: You have signed up for Private Domain Registration from Microsoft Office Live Small Business. This allows you to establish a domain name (.com, .org, .net, .info) and render it … [cont.]
Asked by Kylester - Thu Apr 29 18:34:42 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

I have a business that I wish to register a domain name. What should I look for in a domain registry company?
Q. I have a business that I wish to register a domain name. What should I look for in a domain registry company?
Asked by marsent1 - Sun Feb 26 23:03:01 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You can check at for a list of companies accredited by ICANN to act as registrars in one or more TLDs: For information on the ICANN registrar accreditation process, please refer to the ICANN Accredited Registrar Information Page
Answered by Piggiepants - Mon Feb 27 00:31:10 2006