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A domain extension, also known as a top-level domain (TLD), is the last part of a domain name that follows the “dot” symbol. It typically indicates the type or category of the website or the geographical location associated with the website.

Common extensions include .com, .net, and .org for generic purposes, while country-code extensions like .au for Australia, .nz for New Zealand, and .ca for Canada represent specific countries or territories.

Extensions can also be more specialised, representing particular industries, interests, or purposes. For example, extensions like .tech, .store, and .online cater to the technology sector, online stores, and internet-related businesses, respectively.

The choice of domain extension can impact the perception, branding, and search engine optimisation (SEO) of a website, so it’s essential to select an address that aligns with your website’s purpose and target audience.

When choosing a good domain name for your business, consider selecting one that reflects your brand identity, business name, is easy to spell and remember, and preferably includes relevant keywords related to your industry or niche.

It’s also essential to ensure that the domain is available and doesn’t infringe on trademarks.

You can check domain availability by using our domain name search tool. Simply enter the desired domain name into the search bar, and we’ll indicate whether the domain is available to register or already taken.

There is a wide range of extensions available, including generic top-level domain options (gTLDs) like .com, .net, and .org, as well as country-specific TLDs (ccTLDs) like .au for Australia, .uk for the United Kingdom, and .ca for Canada.

Additionally, there are newer extensions known as generic top-level domains (gTLDs) that cater to specific industries or interests, such as .tech, .store, and .online.

At Web In A Box we strive to provide access to most domain names with any TLD, if what you want isn’t listed, contact us and we’ll do our best to make the TLD you want available.

Yes, you can transfer your existing domain to Web In A Box. Simply retrieve the domain password at your current domain registrar and follow the steps provided by Web In A Box to complete the transfer.

If you need help with this, our friendly local support team are more than happy to help with domain migration. It’s important to ensure that your domain meets the transfer eligibility requirements and that you have access to the necessary authorisation codes or transfer keys.

If there is also associated Domain Name System (DNS) services on your domains, let us know and we can also assist with migrating this.

Domain privacy, also known as WHOIS privacy or WHOIS protection, is a service that hides the personal contact information of domain owners from the public WHOIS database. This helps protect domain owners from spam, phishing attempts, and identity theft by keeping their personal information private. This is available for most gTLD domains but may not be available depending on the domain type.

The duration of a domains registration may vary depending on the registration period selected during the initial purchase. Typically, domain registrations can be purchased for periods ranging from one to ten years. It’s important to renew your domain registration before it expires to avoid losing ownership of the domain. Generally the expiry for gTLD domain names is shown in a WHOIS search.

Yes, you can register a domain name without having an associated site. Many individuals and businesses register more than one domain or similar domains for future use or brand protection purposes, even if they don’t have an active website immediately.

Once registered, you can choose to point the domain to a particular site or use it for email purposes. If you would like to build a website on your new domain name, we offer free domain name registration with eligible hosting packages.

When a domain expires, it enters a grace period during which the domain owner can renew it without incurring additional fees. If the domain is not renewed during this grace period, it may enter a redemption period, during which the domain owner can still reclaim ownership by paying a redemption fee.

After the redemption period, the domain may be released back into the public for registration by anyone. It’s crucial to renew your domain promptly to avoid losing ownership and potential disruption to your online identity.