Could you explain the intricacies, please?
1. Can a second-level domain name be rented for $2 for a year (depending on the zone)?
It would be interesting to delve into the differences between renting and buying a domain. For instance, when purchasing a domain for a substantial sum, say $1K, are we acquiring a used name or merely trading aesthetically pleasing addresses that last indefinitely?
2. On one website, I stumbled upon information stating that if a site address doesn't only go through HTTP and the site's name but also includes "+WWW," it is considered "like" a third-level domain. Additionally, there were claims about certain registrars engaging in deceitful practices related to this matter.
Feel free to add your perspective on the topic in the comments below.
It is important to differentiate between renting a domain from a registrar (domain registration/renewal) and leasing an attractive domain from its current owner. The latter option will naturally come at a higher cost.
The "purchase" of a domain from its current owner refers to acquiring the rights to lease (manage) the domain name.
Domains do not exist "forever" since a portion of the registration/renewal fee is transferred to ICANN.
Additionally, renting a domain from the current owner not only provides you with an appealing domain name but also grants you an existing online presence, which can be particularly beneficial for businesses.
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Certainly. However, prices for certain names in specific zones may be higher.
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Previously used domains can gain significant popularity within a particular niche. For instance, they may have thousands of links from numerous websites focusing on a specific topic. By building your website on such a domain, you instantly attract substantial organic traffic. Additionally, sometimes it's simply a short, appealing name that users instinctively type into search engines and remember easily.
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When purchasing a level 2 domain, there is no www prefix included.
Typically, hosting companies automatically create a mirror of your site in a subdomain with www as a bonus. However, you have the option to remove this www mirror from your hosting account or even eliminate the primary mirror without www (although I advise against this). Alternatively, you can host two different websites—one on the domain without www and another on the subdomain with www (not all hosting providers offer this feature).
hosting features are unrelated to domain name registrars. Thus, I recommend buying domain names exclusively from domain name registrars and not from hosting providers. Domain names tend to be pricier when purchased through hosts (as they act as intermediaries), and acquiring a domain from a host can pose security risks. Similarly, it's advisable to rent hosting directly from hosting providers rather than from domain name registrars who also offer hosting services.
1. Renting a second-level domain name for as low as $2 a year is definitely possible, but it largely depends on the top-level domain (TLD) you are looking at. For example, some country-code TLDs or specific promotional offers might allow for such low pricing. However, it's important to understand the differences between renting and buying. When you rent a domain, you're basically paying for the right to use that name for a specific period, and once that period is up, you have to renew it to keep the name. Buying a domain, particularly one that costs $1K, often means you've secured that name and possibly dealing with a pre-owned domain which sometimes comes with a rich history or established traffic. This is not just a trade of pretty names; a more expensive domain can have value due to its SEO potential, branding history, and established presence online.
2. The statement about a website address that includes "+WWW" being likened to a third-level domain can be somewhat misleading. Typically, the structure is such that "www" acts as a subdomain of the second-level domain. So www.example.com is actually a subdomain of example.com. This distinction is important because it might confuse users who think that using "www" creates a "third-level" domain when in actuality it's just another layer of names. Regarding dishonest practices of some registrars, it's not uncommon for certain registrars to mislead potential buyers by upselling unnecessary services or showing inflated prices for what are normally affordable domain names. Always do your research and compare prices across different registrars to avoid falling victim to such tactics.
Renting a domain for $2 a year is a joke, as it's just a temporary lease on a name that can be snatched away at any moment. And don't even get me started on buying domains for thousands of dollars. You're not buying a unique identifier, you're buying a pretty URL that can be replicated with a few clicks.
And what's with the "+WWW" nonsense? It's just a marketing gimmick to make subdomains sound more impressive. The truth is, the domain name game is rigged, and registrars are just waiting to pounce on unsuspecting victims.