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Domain
Name Registration
Domain Name
FAQ
- What is a Domain Name?
- Why should I register a
Domain Name?
- Do I own the Domain Name
once I register it?
- How can I find out if the
Domain Name I want still available?
- Can I register a .com,
.net or .org domain name if I am not a US resident or organization?
- Can I Register More Than
One Domain Name?
- What if I'm not ready
to use my domain name?
- Whatwill it cost me to
have a domain name registered?
- How do I order
- O.K. Lets say I've registered
a Domain Name...where do I go from here?
What is
a Domain Name?
All addresses on the internet are actually made up of a series of
numbers called an IP Address. Here at A1 Promotions, our IP address
is 66.221.85.125. Please remember that IP number so you can visit
us again soon! Well...that's not so easy, so we registered a domain
name to make it easier for you to remember. Our domain name is A1co.com.
(A1.com wasalready taken back in 1995 when we opened our on-line
business!) When you type http://www.a1co.com into your browser window,
a domain name server (DNS) translates the domain name into it's
numeric equivalent and takes you where you want to go.
The extension at the end of your domain usually distinguished what
type of web site you have.
.COM stands for commercial
.NET stands for network
.ORG stands for Organization
.EDU stands for Educational and is reserved for educational
institutions
.CA stands for Canada and is reserved for Canadian residents
and businesses
.US stands for USA and is reserved for American residents
and businesses
Why should I register a Domain Name?
A domain name adds a very exclusive and professional identity to
your web site and your e-mail address. It is also very practical.
Having a domain name means that no matter where you host your web
pages, people can always find you at the same address. (www.mydomain.com)
Reserving your domain name also guarantees that no one else can
reserve it and conduct business using your company name! The InterNIC
does not refer to business registrations, acts of incorporation,
etc. in granting domain names. It grants domain names on a first
come first serve basis only. For this reason alone, you should consider
protecting your company name by registering it's domain name before
someone else does.
Do I own the Domain Name once I register it?
Yes. We register the domain name in your name and you are the owner
of the name for the number of years your register it for, from the
date of registration. After that period, you will be invited to
renew the domain name for a period of 1 or more years. You will
always have the option to renew the domain name. You are registered
as the Administrative Contact and have the final say in any activities
regarding your domain name, for as long as you are the registered,
paid owner.
Note: In many cases, you may own a trade marked domain name,
but if the trademark is not yours, you may not be entitled use the
domain.
How can
I find out if the Domain Name I want still available?
Please click here to use our domain name
checker .
Can you register a .com, .net or .org domain
name for me even if I am not a US resident or organization?
Yes. You do not have to be a US resident or own a US organization
to have a .com, .net or .org address. You can reside anywhere and
conduct business anywhere. We register domain names for individuals
and organizations globally.
Can I Register More Than One Domain Name?
Yes. You can register as many domain names as you wish. Many companies
prefer to register the same domain name with .com, Net and .org
to protect their organization name, trademarks and product identity,
variations on names etc. Many names are reserved in anticipation
of future use.
What if I'm not ready to use my domain name?
No problem! When you sign up to have us register a domain name for
you, we'll "park" your domain on our server. You don't
pay any monthly fees and your name is safe from being registered
by someone else. You can "park" your domain name on our
server for as long as you want at no extra fee. Just forget about
it until you are ready to use it. You will be required to pay the
renewal fee when your registration expires, but we'll remind you.
As long as you own it, we'll "park" it!
What will it cost me to have a domain name registered?
If the domain name you wish to have is available, you can and should
reserve it now - even if you don't plan on using it right away.
It is likely to be taken by someone else if you don't act right
now. Since you need an IP address to get a domain name, we provide
the all the required information. That way you can secure a domain
name even if you don't plan on using it right away. If you do want
to use it right away, we make the necessary arrangements at no additional
cost. We also offer several economical web site packages to choose
from. You may qualify for a free domain name.
Our registration fee is $29.00 (in US funds) per year for .com,
.net and .org domains. Other types of domains are available ad different
prices that can be found on the order form. There are no other charges,
period. Once the name has been registered, it will be yours exclusively
for the next year. Alternately, you can register the name for up
to 10 years, all at one time. A bill will be sent to you at the
time of renewal. If you do not wish to renew at that time, simply
do not pay the fee and the name will be made available to the general
public for registration.
How do I order?
CLICK
HERE to go to the DOMAIN NAME CHECKER
O.K. Lets say I've registered a Domain Name...where
do I go from here?
Having a domain name does not mean you have somewhere to put your
web pages. Remember, a domain name is a way to remember an address
without knowing the numbers that actually make up the address. Having
a domain name is comparable to having a terrific sign for your business.
Now you need an address where you can hang your sign (and store
your web pages!).You can order an economical web site package from
us and we'll deduct our domain registration fee from our yearly
hosting plan! or you can choose any other company offering hosting
services. You are not obligated to host with us because we register
your domain name. We'll point your domain to any IP address you
decide to host with. We do not charge extra to do that.
Do you have a question that was not answered on this page? Visit
our contact page to send us
your question and we’ll reply as soon as possible.
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