Olleg Visual ContentShutterstockWhether professional or private, you can get people’s attention with your own website. However, this often comes with some costs. Beyond hosting and possibly web design expenses, you must also consider your internet address – your domain. But how much does it cost to register a…
Titima OngkantongShutterstockWeb3 domains are digital identities that are based on a blockchain and give users full control of their domains. They link cryptocurrency wallets, decentralized websites and other Web3 applications. In this article, we explain what exactly Web3 domains are, which domain endings…
alice-photoShutterstockMost users have probably visited a mobile site that began with “m.” Or perhaps you’ve landed on an English-language page with a preceding “en.” In both cases, you accessed a subdomain. But what is a subdomain, and when does it make sense to use one? We’ll explain when subdomains…
alice-photoShutterstockA suitable web address is crucial for being found online. Thanks to new, modern top-level domains like .beauty or .blog, the options for finding a suitable name for your web project have increased significantly in recent years. How do you buy a domain name once you’ve found the…
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Perspective JetaShutterstockA meaningful web address that’s perfectly tailored to your business or project is one of the most crucial success factors. As an alternative to traditional endings like .com or .org, the .io domain has gained attention in recent years. But what is an .io domain, what does .io…
The rights to domain names are often hotly contested. While companies defend themselves against cybersquatting, there’s also the opposite case, known as reverse domain hijacking. This is when trademark owners attempt to misappropriate domains, often using legal tricks and…
The .org domain is a popular and frequently used domain extension. It’s often used by organizations that value credibility and seriousness. But what exactly does .org mean? Find out everything you need to know about the .org meaning and the areas in which the domain extension is…
UndreyshutterstockThe Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy, or UDRP for short, is an international guideline that was developed to resolve disputes regarding the registration of domain names. The UDRP procedure is intended in particular to protect owners and holders of trademark rights,…
The replacement of WHOIS with RDAP marks an important step in the development of the internet. RDAP provides more data protection, higher flexibility and is better suited to the future. For domain holders, the switch mostly brings benefits without requiring any action. In this…
Domains represent the basic name of a website (e.g. ionos.com). They are clear and unique addresses that are extended through subdomains and subpages. They can be purchased from a domain provider as long as you comply with certain criteria. There are many things you should know regarding web addresses; it isn’t as simple as choosing a domain name and then registering it. As part of the IONOS Digital Guide, our domain portal provides comprehensive information about internet addresses and their components. Under the ‘Domain’ category you will find both basic articles and more complex ones for more advanced readers.
Our Domain Guide is divided into four subcategories. The heading ‘domain extensions’ deals with the various top-level domains, like .org or .com. Besides the (traditional) generic and country-specific top-level domains, we also introduce many new web address extensions and examine their potential. Under the heading ‘domain registration’ you can obtain advice on domain registration, forwarding, and transfers as well as other administrative matters relating to internet addresses. News and backgrounds can be found in our ‘domain news’ section. Finally, we provide you with facts, suggestions, and recommendations with regard to naming and registering your internet address. All together, these subcategories form an extensive domain portal where you can expand your knowledge on domains.
The target audience is just as varied as the contents of the Domain Guide, as it’s made up of small and medium-sized businesses as well as website operators, domain traders, and inquisitive readers. As is the case for all categories of IONOS’s Digital Guide, the domain guide also caters to both novices and experienced users. Posts such as ‘What is a domain?’ Or ‘The most important tips for domain registration’, don’t require any previous knowledge before reading. Articles like ‘How to protect your domain from ‘typo squatting’ or ‘Domain parking: earning easy money with unused domains’ appeal more to skilled readers. Our domain guide is an extensive online reference that should come in handy for both private and business contexts.