Table of Contents
- 1 How do I buy a domain name that already exists?
- 2 How long does it take for a domain name to be available after it expires?
- 3 Can I transfer domain after expiry?
- 4 What is a premium resale domain name?
- 5 What was the first ever registered domain name?
- 6 When will my premium domain appear in my Network Solutions account?
How do I buy a domain name that already exists?
You can buy a domain that is taken by following these steps:
- Check what the domain is currently being used for. Your first step should be to visit the domain you want to buy.
- Find out who owns the domain name.
- Determine what you’re willing to pay.
- Contact the owner.
- Negotiate the purchase.
How long does it take for a domain name to be available after it expires?
30 days
If you cancel a domain name or let it expire, it may be deleted by your Registrar. If deleted, the domain name will enter into a redemption period for 30 days, under which it remains available to restore. If it is not restored, the domain name will enter into PendingDelete status for 5 days.
How do I buy a domain name that is not being used?
Here are 13 tactics you can use if you can’t have the domain name of your dreams.
- Try to buy it. Duh, right?
- Add a verb to your domain name.
- Extend your brand in the URL.
- Consider a ccTLD.
- Add your country to the domain name.
- Look at alternative TLDs.
- Use a domain hack.
- Experiment with abbreviations.
Can I transfer domain after expiry?
No. You have the right to transfer an expired domain. Registrars are not allowed to deny a transfer due to expiration or nonrenewal, (unless you haven’t paid for a previous registration period).
* Premium resale domains are priced higher than unregistered domain names based on a variety of criteria, including the number of characters in the domain, the number of years the domain has been registered, relevancy and popularity of the keyword, and the traffic it generates.
How do I Sell my Domain Name?
If you hold a .ie domain and want to sell it, you should contact your existing Registrar who will help you start the process by submitting a Registrant Transfer request. The Registrant Transfer can only be processed by your existing Registrar. They may even be able to give you tips on how to sell your domain.
What was the first ever registered domain name?
The first ever registered domain name is Symbolics.com on March 15, 1985. It was also the first .com domain to ever be sold. Today, this domain lives on, the oldest of over 350 million registered domains in existence.
When you purchase a premium domain, it will appear in your Network Solutions account within minutes of registration. Domain owners sell domains every day, so search for your premium Web address now.