What is
a Domain Name?
A domain name is your web
address. When someone types your domain name into a web browser, your web pages
will open. Behind the scenes, the domain name is actually pointing to a physical
location- a server- that holds your web page files.
Can
I register any domain name I want?
You may register any domain name you want, up to a point. Your domain name must be unique because it is an address that can point only to your web site. Additionally, you cannot register a domain name that is trademarked by another company or is so similar to a trademark that it is confusing or easily mistaken for the trademark. Recent disputes with ICANN have made it clear that a domain name registered in bad faith or with no legitimate interests in the domain name will result in a dispute.
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What if my domain name is taken?
If your domain name is taken, you must register another domain name. Each domain name must be unique. You may want to check for variations of your domain name. For example, if you wanted "www.myweb.com", you may want to see if "myweb.net" or "myweb.org" are available. Variations of the spelling or word order may help you choose a new domain name.Top
What do .com, .net and .org stand for?
.com represents
companies or for profit organizations, it is also the most common extension
for domain names. Most personal web sites also use this extension.
.net generally represents Internet Service Providers.
.org represents nonprofit organizations or groups.
Though these are general guidelines, you may use any of these extensions when registering a domain name. If you want to be make sure no one else can benefit from your domain name, it's a good idea to register all three variations of your domain name.
How do domain names work?
A domain name is very similar to an address forwarding service. The domain is the address that people type in their web browser. The domain then points to the "real" address that contains your web site. The "real" address is the address of your location on the server that contains your web site files and is called the IP address. The reason the IP address is not used is because it is a series of numbers. For most, this would be very difficult to remember. Instead, a domain name, made up of letters and words is used.
What is a Name Server?
A name server is a computer that contains a list of domain names and the associated IP addresses. When a domain name is typed in a web browser, the name server associates that with the IP address and the correct web site opens in the web browser.
How do I register a new domain name?
There are a series of short steps involved in registering a new domain name. 1. Type your domain name in the availability box and check if it is available for you to register. If your domain is available, you can continue signing up the domain. 2. You will be given all the variations of that domain name that are available (i.e.- .com, .org, .net, .cc). If your domain is unavailable, you will be given versions of the domain name that are available (i.e.-.com, .org, Net, Cc). If you don't like any of the suggestions, you can pick another name and check its availability. 3. If you've never signed up a domain name, you will need to create a new log om account. Or, you can log in to your account at this point. You must log in for security purposes. 4. Next, select the length of time you want to register you domain. When you sign up a domain, you do not own that domain outright. You are in essence renting the use of the domain name for a period of time. If this is a domain for a company, it's a good idea to register the domain name for a long period of time. That way, you don't need to reregister the name as often and you lessen the risk that someone else may register it before you get a chance to reregister it. 5. Fill in your contact information. This information is used for administrative purposes and must be kept current. You can have up to four different contacts for your domain name- 1) Registrant 2) Technical 3) Administrative and 4) Billing. You don't need to include all of these contacts. If you don't fill out all of the contacts, the Registrant details will be used for all of the contacts. Multiple contacts are often used for companies where more than one person is in charge of the web site. Remember - The REGISTRANT is the legal owner of the domain name for the specified period of time. 6. Choose the status of your domain name. "This domain will not be hosted anywhere"- you are simply registering a domain name and don't intend on hosting a web site in the near future. "I don't have a hosting provider, I'll park it here free"- If you don't have a hosting provider yet, we will point your domain to a generic web page until you are ready to host your site. "I will be using Romore Associates as the hosting provider for this domain"- After you register your domain name, you can set up the hosting account. All the technical information will be taken care of behind the scenes. "I'm hosting with another ISP, I'll enter my Name Server information below:"- Simply enter your own hosting details in the spaces provided. You can register your own Name Server after you've purchased your domain name. 7. Verify the information is correct for your domain and contact details. If you see errors, simply click on the step that contains the incorrect details and correct the information. 8. You will then be taken into the shopping cart to purchase your domain, first make note of the price of your items. Then, fill out your customer details. Enter your credit card details to finalize the purchase of your domain name. You will receive a confirmation page. This page confirms that you've requested a domain registration. You will receive an e-mail when your registration is completed.
How do I transfer a domain name?
To transfer a domain name, you must complete the transfer request form.
- Select Transfer a Domain.
- **Before completing the online transfer application make sure your domain name has not expired. We ask that you have at least two weeks left until expiration to ensure your domain will transfer. If your domain name has expired contact your current registrar to purchase an additional year and then complete the online transfer form.
- Begin the Domain Transfer Registration by following the online application.
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Step 1- Enter Domain Name Information
- Enter the domain name
you are going to be transferring.
- Enter the current registrar in the next box, if known.
- Step 2- Enter Registrant Information
- Enter your registrant information (required information has a star to the right). . - If there is another person to be listed as the Technical, Administrative or Billing contacts, If these are not changed the registrant will be listed as all contacts. Enter their information NOTE: The ADMINISTRATIVE e-mail address you specify MUST match the administrative e-mail address at your current registrar.
- Step 3- Enter Name Server Information
- Choose one of the options.
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Step 4-Review Transfer and Registration Agreements
- Make sure the spelling
of the domain name(s) are correct. Read the Transfer
and Registration Agreements. You must review both
of these documents.
- Before exiting this screen you must verify that you have read and accept
the Transfer and Registration Agreements, and are the legal registrant.
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Step 5- Confirm Transfer Details
- Confirm the information
is correct for the domain name(s), Registrant and Name Servers (if chosen).
- Verify your total order
is correct and press continue, this will take you to your Shopping Cart. Again,
it will show your purchases, if all is correct...continue with check-out.
- Enter your credit card information to pay for the domain transfer(s) and
services chosen. We only accept pay pal payment online for domain transfers.
Press Submit.
What happens next?
Your administrative contact will be sent an e-mail to authorize the transfer. The transfer will not be initiated without acceptance from the administrative contact, which is done by a return e-mail. Once initiated, transfers take 5 days to complete. You will be notified by e-mail when your transfer is final.
What does Cc stand for?
dotCC is actually a country
domain that has become a very popular alternative when dotCOM is not available.
Country domains are typically more expensive and that is the case with dotCC.
Can I transfer my Cc to Romore Associates?
Yes However, the pricing
for .CC is different please be sure to check out the Domain
Pricing Page.
Can I get support regarding my domain name registration and/or transfer?
Please contact support either via e-mailDomains@Romore.com- Administrative Contact
- The contact responsible for any administrative issues pertaining to the account. Any administrative changes to the domain must be approved by the Administrative Contact. We will use this contact for any non-technical questions regarding the domain name!
- Billing Contact
- The contact responsible for all billing information relating to the domain name. This person will also receive any invoices, charges or billing questions related to the domain name.
- Name Server
- The computer that organizes domain names to correspond to their IP addresses.
- Registrant
- The contact that registers a domain name. Once the domain name is registered, the registrant can use the domain name for the period of time the domain was registered.
- Renewal of Domain Name
- To continue the registration of the domain name after the original expiration date.
- Technical Contact
- This is the contact responsible for providing technical information, such as the name server Romore Associates will contact this person with any questions of a technical nature.
- Top-Level Domain
- The section of the domain name that appears after the ".", i.e. the ".com" in mydomain.com.
- Whois
- A function that allows you to look up the contact details of a domain name. Click Here.
How do I find out who owns a domain name?
You can perform a "Whois'. Click Here. If you select a domain name that is already taken, a link to the "Whois" function will appear. You will then be able to look up the contact details of that domain owner.What do I enter for the contact information?
For all of the contacts, be sure to include accurate and updated information. This is the only way we can reach you with issues about your domain name. For information on the specific role each contact performs, please see the Glossary.Can I cancel a domain name registration?
Yes, by contacting Domains@Romore.com This is a permanent action and you cannot undo this action once it is completed. You may reregister this domain later for a new registration fee.When should I renew my domain name? Will I be notified?
We will notify your billing contact's e-mail address when your domain name is about to expire and can then renew it from the "Manage Your Account" option of the Domain Registration web site. You can always check the status of your domains from this option by entering your domain log in and password.Can I modify my domain name information after it's registered?
You can modify your registered domain name information at any time after your domain is registered threw Romore Associates. To do so please E-mail requests with supporting documentation to Domain@Romore.comWhat if I have a dispute?
You can dispute any claim to a domain name through the dispute process. You must have some valid claim over the domain name in dispute. MORE INFORMATIONWhat if someone has my trademark registered?
If you can prove this is your trademark, you may be able to bring a dispute against the registrant. MORE INFORMATIONHow do I find my domain name's expiration date?
Check a Whois database Click Here.
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