- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Founded in 1998, Domain.com is a domain registrar and web host for individuals, entrepreneurs, and small and midsize businesses. It offers popular TLDs and more than 25 country-code TLDs, with domain name registrations for as little as $2.99 annually and a one-year commitment required. Each domain registration includes:
- Let’s Encrypt free SSL
- URL forwarding
- Automatic email forwarding to any valid email address
- Domain transfer lock that prevents domain hijacking or unauthorized transfers
- DNS management that ensures users retain control over their DNS
All new registrations are set to auto renew to prevent domain names from accidentally expiring. Domain.com also allows domain registration transfers. Domain Validated SSL costs start at $3, Wildcard SSL starts at $9, and E-commerce SSL starts at $22.50 per month. Domain Privacy + Protection requires an additional fee.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Domain Privacy + Protection costs extra
- SSL certificate costs extra
What Customers Are Saying
This domain registrar stands out in a crowded marketplace full of competitors because it offers its customers a good deal on various tools, such as data transfers, storage, and email. For those looking for no-frills solutions with flexible pricing, Domain.com is a good choice.
Summary
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Established in 1988, IONOS is a domain registrar, web host, and cloud partner for small and midsize businesses. All new domain contracts include private registrations when available and come with a free Wildcard SSL certificate to protect the domain name and all related subdomains. Each unique domain receives a professional email account connected to the name with 2 GB of space that’s upgradable.
IONOS has up to 10,000 subdomains to customize a user’s website and one-click activation to connect the domain with email, hosting, and/or social media profiles. Its domain transfer lock ensures unauthorized third parties can’t transfer domains. For an additional $1.25 per month, Domain Guard protects against hackers trying to alter users’ DNS records. Users can get a free domain name with select hosting, website, and email plans and enjoy 24/7 phone, email, and live chat support.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
- Free Wildcard SSL certificate
Cons
- Domain Guard costs extra
- Business SSL costs extra
What Customers Are Saying
Most of its customers find this domain registrar reliable, thanks to its 99.8% uptime and essential features such as anti-spam protection and daily backups for your site. Other customers like it because it's more affordable than many of its competitors.
Summary
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Bluehost is a domain registrar and web hosting service founded in 2003 that provides tools and services to help small businesses succeed online. It supplies original Top Level Domain (TLD) names, including .com and .net, country-code TLDs, and new generic TLDs, such as .boutique and .menu. Clients can purchase multiple domains for the same website or use them for additional sites. Users can also transfer .com, .org, .net, .us, .co, .biz, and .info domain extensions directly into their control panel.
Bluehost offers auto renewal to protect domains from accidentally expiring. Its domain lock service prevents unauthorized transfer and saves preferred names until the buyer is ready to use them. Bluehost’s Domain Privacy + Protection, available for an additional $15 per year, helps protect users from spam and identity theft. It provides 24/7 expert support via phone, chat, and email.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Phone, chat, and email support
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Domain privacy costs extra
- Registration/renewal fees are nonrefundable
What Customers Are Saying
For many people and organizations in search of domain registration services, Bluehost is among the most popular choices. It's known for its WordPress integrations and flexibility. Moreover, users appreciate its top-tier security options and scalability.
Summary
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Starting Price
- .com: $12.99/year
- .org: $9.99/year
- .net: $14.99/year
- .tech: $4.99/year
- .co: $14.99/year
- .website: $1.99/year
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Free Trial/Demo
30-Day Free Trial
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Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
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Privacy Protection
Yes
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Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
DreamHost offers more than 400 TLDs, starting as low as $6.99 annually, that include private registration at no additional cost and automatically renew. Domains also include a Let’s Encrypt free SSL certificate and free subdomains. Users can use optional domain locking to protect against unauthorized transfer requests and have access to domain forwarding and easy domain transfers. Clients also get free unlimited subdomains with VPS, Shared, and Dedicated hosting.
DreamHost’s Proxy Protection shields personal and contact information, replacing clients' contact information with DreamHost's information. It also protects users from spam email and email phishing and forwards legitimate emails to users’ true address to keep it secret. DreamHost’s in-house support staff is available 24/7 via email, live chat, and social media, with a Help Bot available 24/7 through the chat widget.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free private registration
- Chat, email, social media support
- Email forwarding
Cons
- Chat widget operated by help bot
- No free demo or trial
What Customers Are Saying
Most people and organizations that use DreamHost recommend it. It provides, among other things, reasonable rates, reliable support, and a good deal for bandwidth and storage. Moreover, customers say it has excellent performance.
Summary
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Starting Price
- .COM domain: $6.99/year
- TLD Registration: Starts at $0.89/year
- TLD Transfer: Starts at $5.95/year
- TLD Renewal: Starts at $9.95/year
- Domain Privacy Protection: Free
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Free Trial/Demo
Free Domains Available
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Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
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Privacy Protection
Yes
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Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Dynadot is an Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) accredited domain name registrar and web host founded in 2002. It provides domains in the most popular TLDs, with two-factor authentication to lock registered domains and prevent unauthorized transfers and protect domain privacy at no extra cost. It is equipped with a free website builder that is fully customizable and mobile responsive.
Dynadot has bulk modification tools that allow users to update multiple domains simultaneously and manage nameserver servers and contact records. E-commerce clients needing encrypted communication between their server and customers’ browsers can add regular SSL for $16.99 annually and Wildcard SSL for $80 annually. Clients can also organize domains with smart folders, making it easier to make changes across segmented domains. Clients interested in unavailable domain names can put them on a watchlist and receive alerts, then bid on expired domains through Dynadot’s auction tools when they become available.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free domain privacy on all domains that allow it
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- SSL certificate costs extra
What Customers Are Saying
For many customers, Dynadot delivers what it says on the package: a domain. Its customers are happy with its intuitive UI, which is straightforward and easily navigable. Customers who don't need bells and whistles love this domain registrar.
Summary
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Starting Price
- .com Domain Registration: $8.99
- TLD Domain Registration: Starts at $0.99/year
- Launching TLD: Starts at $19.99
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Free Trial/Demo
Free Demo
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Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
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Privacy Protection
Yes
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Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Founded in 1999, Gandi was one of the first domain registrars approved by ICANN in France. Users can register new domain names with over 700 extensions available or transfer existing domains. Each new domain name registration includes two free email mailboxes with 3 GB of storage, and more mailboxes can be added for a fee. Clients also receive unlimited aliases and email forwarding.
New domains through Gandi also come with a free Standard SSL certificate suitable for simple hosting. SSL certificates for any type of site are available at annual fee, including Standard SSL for $16, Standard Wildcard SSL for $160, Pro SSL for $47, Pro Wildcard for $340, and Business (EV) SSL for $360. Users can manage their DNS on a secure interface, and Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC) are available for most popular extensions.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free Standard SSL certificate
- Two free email boxes
- Email forwarding
Cons
- Wildcard SSL costs extra
- Business-level SSL costs extra
What Customers Are Saying
Gandi customers say it's a good provider if you're looking for a relatively advanced solution that offers you the best value for your money. They like this provider's flexible pricing, including its free trial, which lets you get a good sense of what the provider offers.
Summary
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Starting Price
- .fr: $15.00
- .com: $15.50
- .io: $38.00
- .net: $18.50
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Free Trial/Demo
Free Trial
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Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
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Privacy Protection
Yes
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Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
GoDaddy allows bulk domain searches so users can find and register up to 500 domain names simultaneously. Users can also transfer existing domains and forward domains to any existing website. It allows up to 100 subdomains to create custom web addresses and provides real-time monitoring to make sure domains are always up and running. Auto renewal is available to prevent losing important files on expiration dates. SSL certificates are offered at $79.99 annually for Standard and $295.99 annually for Wildcard.
GoDaddy's domains come with basic privacy protection to protect against domain hijackers, but its full domain protection and privacy and ultimate domain protection and privacy options provide further protections. Both prevent spam with a private email address and protect domains from transfers, whether accidental or malicious. GoDaddy also extends domain renewal periods to protect against billing errors and expired credit cards.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free demo
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- SSL certificates sold separately
- Pricey Wildcard SSL
What Customers Are Saying
GoDaddy is one of the most highly reputed domain registrars. People love it for its ample storage and outstanding performance. According to customers, its top benefits include its ease of use, Windows-based servers, bandwidth, and storage. Others claim it also does well in terms of speed.
Summary
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Google Domains start at $9 per year with free premium features, including two-step verification, one-click DNSSEC, privacy protection, email forwarding, domain and subdomain forwarding, secure Google Cloud DNS, and 24/7 live customer support. Clients are protected from spam and identity abuse with Google Domains’ privacy protection, which keeps contact information private in WHOIS and RDAP. Its one-click DNSSEC safeguards domains from attacks, such as DNS spoofing and cache poison attacks. Cloud DNS scales to meet website traffic demands and provides fast DNS resolution.
The exact cost for domain names depends on the extension chosen, with over 300 extensions available, or users can transfer an existing domain. Google Domains’ free, built-in email forwarding allows users to create up to 100 email aliases, or they can get professional emails and other tools from Google Workspace.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free DNSSEC
- Free domain privacy
- Email forwarding
Cons
- Popular TLDs cost $12 or more
- Popular generic TLDs cost $100-$500
What Customers Are Saying
Google Domains is the provider of choice for many people in search of a domain name. Many of its users say it's the best service available. Among its advantages is the fact that it easily integrates into your existing Google account.
Summary
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Starting Price
- Domains: starts at $9/year
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Free Trial/Demo
14-Day Free Trial
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Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
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Privacy Protection
Yes
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Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
HostGator was founded in 2002 and provides web hosting and domain names. It partners with Domain.com to sell most generic extensions and only sells specific TLD extensions directly, which include .com, .org, .net, .website, .me, .biz, .info, .online, .site, .space, .club, .co, .us, .host, and .tech. Some domain extensions require a minimum two-year registration.
Registering with HostGator provides a domain control panel designed for easy use and lets users manage all aspects of their domains from a single dashboard. Domain renewal defaults to auto renew to prevent accidental expirations. HostGator also includes domain locking to prevent the unauthorized transfer or hijacking of clients’ domain names. Domain privacy protection is available for an additional fee.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free demo
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Limited TLD extensions
- Domain privacy feature costs extra
What Customers Are Saying
Users on HostGator love that the basic plans offer a free domain for the first year, unlimited bandwidth and storage, and a free SSL certificate. Others commend its excellent customer service, which includes live chat support.
Summary
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Founded in 2004, Hostinger offers the most popular TLD extensions for new domains, and users can transfer existing domain names. Clients looking for a web hosting package qualify for free domain names. Domain registration includes an auto renewal option, and users can get priority support for an additional $1.99 per month.
Domain privacy protection is available to protect personal information on public databases, which also helps prevent spam. Hostinger provides this service for an additional $5 per year. Clients that sign up for Hostinger’s Business plan receive a free SSL certificate, and those who choose shared or cloud hosting plans can purchase an SSL certificate for $11.95, which is good for the lifetime of their account. All other clients can purchase the Comodo PositiveSSL Certificate for $7.49 per year.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Free SSL certificate only available with Business plans
- Renewal rates are much higher
What Customers Are Saying
Hostinger is a popular domain registrar due to, among other things, its relative affordability. Many customers have reported a good experience with the provider due to its fast speeds. Others appreciate the provider's multilingual customer support. Finding customer service reps is easy, and they're helpful.
Summary
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Founded in 2006, HostPapa is an independent web hosting company and domain registrar based in Canada. It offers traditional domain extensions including .com and .org, popular country-code TLDs, and generic TLDs such as .guru and .club. Clients who sign up for a HostPapa website builder plan receive free domain name registration.
Standard SSL certificates cost $19.99 per year, and Wildcard SSL certificates cost $69.99 per year. Clients can also get email addresses tied to domain names for an additional fee, with basic email priced at $1 per user per month and advanced email for $2 per user per month. HostPapa provides 24/7 customer support via phone and email in four languages: English, Spanish, French, and German.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free demo
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Limited pricing information online
- Extra fees for domain privacy and email services
What Customers Are Saying
HostPapa's customers enjoy the decent number of options that come with several great features at affordable rates. They also comment on its top-tier self-help support, which is a useful feature for small businesses.
Summary
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Hover offers more than 300 TLD extensions and free domain privacy on supported domains. Most of its TLDs support WHOIS privacy, which stops hackers, spammers, and unwanted marketers. Hover domains are easily connected to clients’ hosting or publishing tools and can be used with any of the popular services online. It increases the security of client accounts with two-step verification for sign-ins.
Hover offers bulk pricing for clients needing numerous domains, such as agencies and resellers. Auto renewal is available to prevent unintended domain expirations, with advance notice of upcoming renewals. Hover charges an additional fee of $5 per year for email forwarding. Clients wanting email addresses matching domain names can purchase a small mailbox with 10 GB of storage for $20 per year or a large mailbox with 1 TB of storage for $29 per year.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Domain privacy included
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Email forwarding costs extra
- Matching email addresses cost extra
What Customers Are Saying
Hover's straightforward and clear website has led to its growing reputation among people seeking domain names. Many of its customers went in for the reasonable prices. It's also among the easiest-to-use domain name registrars on the market.
Summary
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Starting Price
- .ca - $15.99
- .co - $25.99
- .com - $12.99
- .design - $4.99
- .info - $17.99
- .io - $29.99
- .me - $19.99
- .mobi - $19.99
- .net - $15.49
- .news - $26.99
- .online - $4.99
- .org - $13.99
- .tech - $7.99
- .co.uk - $10.99
- .us - $14.99
- .xyz - $11.99
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Free Trial/Demo
Free Demo
-
Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
-
Privacy Protection
Yes
-
Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
InMotion Hosting offers web hosting and domain name registration. Domain registration includes easy domain management, secure domain locking, domain privacy for an additional fee, automatic renewal, and 24/7/365 live U.S.-based customer support. Clients with existing domains can transfer them to InMotion when they activate new hosting services. Because most hosting plans include free domain registration, clients can transfer domains at no additional cost.
Domain privacy costs $12.99 per month and can be added to most domain registrations to protect users from scammers and unwanted solicitations. Clients can also add web hosting or design services to their account at any time. Web hosting plans are backed by 30-day or 90-day money-back guarantees based on plan type and length. A free SSL certificate comes with each hosting package.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Domain privacy costs extra
- No free trial offered
What Customers Are Saying
Customers of this service provider enjoy its many valuable features, which they find satisfactory. Those looking for flexibility and reasonable pricing claim that InMotion Hosting is a good option because it also offers cloud, shared, reseller, and VPS hosting.
Summary
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Starting Price
- Domain Privacy: $12.99/year
- Domain registrations: $15.99/year
- Shared Hosting: Starts at $2.49/month
- VPS Hosting: Starts at $17.99/month
- Reseller Hosting: $0/month
- Wordpress Hosting: $4.99/month
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Free Trial/Demo
Free Demo
-
Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
-
Privacy Protection
Yes
-
Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Name.com offers hundreds of domain name extension options, from standard TLDs to country-code and generic TLDs. It provides several free services with domain name registrations, including email and URL forwarding to connect new domains to each client’s current online presence. URL forwarding can redirect a new domain to an existing URL, including social media handles or GitHub repositories. Email forwarding sends email aliases tied to new domain names to current email boxes. All prices include ICANN fees.
New accounts also include two-step verification for added security and DNS templates. Clients can add advanced security features for $4.99, including domain privacy protection with WHOIS privacy, an SSL certificate for every domain, and Domain Lock Plus. Transferred domains receive extended registration for one year, a free SSL certificate, and domain privacy protection.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free URL forwarding
- Free email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Advanced security costs extra
- Domain privacy costs extra
- No free demo or trial
What Customers Are Saying
A typical benefit mentioned by customers of Name.com is its relatively fair price compared to its competitors. According to users, it provides the essential service well and not much beyond that, which is excellent for people looking for a no-frills solution.
Summary
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Starting Price
- TLD Domain Registration: Starts at $1.99/year
- TLD Domain Renewal: Starts at $5.99/year
- TLD Domain Transfer: Starts at $3.99/year
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Free Trial/Demo
Free Domains Available
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Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
-
Privacy Protection
Yes
-
Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Namecheap gives users a choice of numerous domain name extensions, including popular country-code and generic TLDs, along with competitive prices and free services. Clients who register a new domain name or transfer an existing domain name receive free privacy protection for life with WhoisGuard Privacy Protection. This service keeps personal information private through a contact information shield, prevents domain hijacking and fraud, and kills spam. Clients can also protect their website data and visitors from fraudulent activity with free DNSSEC security.
Namecheap offers a two-month free trial for matching email addresses. Once the trial period ends, clients can continue using their email addresses for a fee starting at $0.74 per month. SSL certificates are available for additional fees starting at $8.88 per year. Users also have 24/7 customer support via live chat.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free domain privacy for life
- Free DNSSEC security
- Email forwarding
Cons
- Free email for only two months
- SSL certificate costs extra
What Customers Are Saying
Some users have mentioned that they like the free privacy protection that comes alongside the basic domain service. Many people looking for a good deal on domains go for NameCheap because of its reasonable pricing and accompanying discount coupons. In addition, signing up is hassle-free.
Summary
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Starting Price
- Traditional Top-level Domains (TLDs): $6 - $15/year
- Newer TLDs: $10-25/year
- Custom Domain: Starts at $4.88/year
- Business Essential Domains: $1,898/year
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Free Trial/Demo
60-Day Free Trial
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Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
-
Privacy Protection
Yes
-
Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
NameSilo offers bulk pricing for clients wanting to register up to 500 domains at once and a wide range of domain name extension choices. Domain registrations come with several free add-ons, including WHOIS domain privacy for life. Other free perks include email forwarding, DNS management, domain forwarding, registry lock, and Domain Defender Protection. Clients also receive domain parking, custom WHOIS records, portfolio management, and subaccount tools.
Clients can transfer domains and receive an additional year of registration if the domain hadn’t been renewed within the past 45 days with the previous registrar. SSL certificates are available for an additional annual fee, including Protection SSL for $9.59, Essential SSL for $15, and Extended Validation SSL suitable for e-commerce sites for $99.99.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free domain privacy
- Free Domain Defender Protection
- Email forwarding
Cons
- SSL certificate costs extra
- No free trial
What Customers Are Saying
NameSilo customers note that this provider is among the most affordable options for long-term domains. Moreover, these customers say NameSilo doesn't constantly try to upsell its services, unlike other providers. However, some users note that the service provider is still early in its learning curve.
Summary
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Starting Price
- .com Domain Registration: $8.99
- .net Domain Registration: $11.79
- .org Domain Registration: $10.79
- Domain Registration: Starts at $5.99
- Domain Transfer: Starts at $4.89
- Domain Transfer: Starts at $2.75
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Free Trial/Demo
Free Demo
-
Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
-
Privacy Protection
Yes
-
Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Founded in 1999, OVH offers hundreds of name extensions so users can create new domains to fit a variety of needs. Each domain registration includes DNS management, domain privacy, contact management, protection against domain theft, and DNSSEC to protect against DNS hackers and cache poisoning. Clients can configure subdomains and customize email address management through their DNS zone.
Clients who reserve a domain name can link it to their social network. They can also customize the management of their email addresses, including redirecting email to the server of their choice. The OVH Mail Migrator allows users to migrate email accounts from Yahoo, Gmail, IMAP, and previous versions of Exchange to OVH’s Exchange 2016. Migration is free, but email accounts cost $3.99 per account per month, with 50 GB of storage included.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free email migration
- Free domain privacy
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Email accounts cost extra
- No free demo
What Customers Are Saying
OVH customers say it's helpful for hosting multiple sites. Others like the platform's ease of use, allowing beginners to navigate it quickly and learn how to use it practically. They claim it does an excellent job of maintaining storage functions.
Summary
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Starting Price
- .com: $11.49
- .us: $8.49
- .co: $10.17
- .shop: $1.70
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Free Trial/Demo
Free Trial
-
Support Options
Online Live support 24/8
-
Privacy Protection
Yes
-
Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Register.com provides global domain name registration, web hosting, and website design and management services. It offers some of the most popular domain name extensions and has hundreds of additional extensions available. Clients can add domain privacy for $11 per domain per year, which protects their personal information on the public WHOIS database to prevent contact from spammers and telemarketers. Clients with an existing domain can transfer it to Register.com for only $10, with a free one-year extension included.
Register.com offers several options to potential clients looking for a domain name that’s already taken, including backorder, bidding, and certified offers. Domain Expiration Protection keeps clients’ current domain names and associated websites and email accounts safe and operational for up to one year following expiration for $10 per domain name. SSL certificates start at $49.50 per year, with a two-year term required.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Domain expiration protection available
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Domain privacy costs extra
- SSL certificates cost extra
What Customers Are Saying
People who use Register.com say they were attracted by its affordable pricing, excellent technical support, and exceptional customer service. They're impressed with the page-loading speeds of the shared hosting plans and appreciate the multiple hosting and domain management tools.
Summary
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Starting Price
- Domain Registration: Starts at $10.63/year
- .com Domain: $8.88/yr
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Free Trial/Demo
Free Demo
-
Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
-
Privacy Protection
Yes
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Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Shopify offers domain name registrations starting at $14 per year with over 50 customized standard, country, and premium domain extensions available. Setup and configuration are performed directly through Shopify and automated to make things easy. The provider never displays clients’ personal information on public WHOIS databases to protect domain privacy.
Clients receive free subdomains to separate pages from their primary domains. They also receive unlimited subdirectories to sort products within collections in their Shopify store. Clients can set up email forwarding for an unlimited number of email addresses to destinations of their choice. Management tools let clients manage their email forwarding and renew or remove domains from their store.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free subdomains
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
Cons
- Limited pricing information online
- No free demo offered
What Customers Are Saying
Shopify is one of the most popular domain providers as it allows beginners to easily create e-commerce sites with professional and powerful tools. Its customers note that compared to other domain registrars, Shopify has a relatively short learning curve.
Summary
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Starting Price
-
Free Trial/Demo
14-Day Free Trial
-
Support Options
Online Live support 24/7
-
Privacy Protection
Yes
-
Domain Theft Protection
Yes
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
Established in 2004, SiteGround provides domain name registration only when activating a new hosting account or to clients with existing hosting services. Domain names can’t be purchased separately, but existing customers who drop hosting services later can keep their domain name as long as they continue to pay renewal fees. Users can also transfer their existing domains, which can take up to 14 days to complete.
Clients can create unlimited email accounts tied to their domains with shared hosting plans. They can check these email accounts from anywhere with SiteGround’s webmail clients. Clients also have access to DNS services and a user-friendly domain management panel. Live customer support is available 24/7.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Email forwarding
- Spam/phishing protection
- 30-day money back guarantee
Cons
- Domain names are nonrefundable
- Must purchase hosting account
- No free demo or free trial
What Customers Are Saying
Customers who favor creative boutiques rather than established brands love SiteGround. Unlike other smaller domain providers that get bought up by their larger counterparts, SiteGround chooses to maintain its autonomy and remain independent, something its users find appealing. Among the things this provider is reputed for are its in-house hosting solutions and enthusiastic community.
Summary
Features
- Customer service: Online live support 24/7
- Privacy protection
- Domain theft protection
