.com
.com is the most popular and the most desired domain. Nearly half of all domain names registered are in .com even though there are hundreds of other extensions.
.net
.net is one the original domains and recognized everywhere. If the .com of your preferred name is taken it might be available in .net
.org
.org is another original domain and it is recognized everywhere. If you are a "not for profit" entity let the public know with an .org registration.
.io
.io can stand for Input/Output which is part of nearly every application. High Tech industry has adopted .io as a domain of choice if the perfect .com is unavailable.
.ai
.ai can stand for artificial intelligence, although it is a two-letter country code domain. If you want to associate your business with the artificial intelligence boom .ai may be the name for you.
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Domain Forwarding/Masking
Effortless DNS forwarding, set up permanent or temporary forwarding to another web site with or without masking. When masked visitors will see your domain name as the name of the site.
Basic Privacy
We provide basic privacy protection with every domain registered to keep your name, address and phone number out of public whois listings.
Domain Locking
Domain locking prevents unauthorized transfer of domain ownership or unauthorized transfer of your domain to another register. It also stops unauthorized changes of your namesevers to nameservers controlled by someone else.
Domain Monitoring
Get instant status alerts when there is a change in your domains.
Total DNS Control
We provide total DNS control, which allows you to set up correct DNS records for your domains, sub-domains and email from a single control panel.
Automatically Renew Your Domains
Don't lose your valuable domain because someone forgets to renew it in a timely manner. We allow you to auto-renew your domains upon expiration using a credit card of your choice.
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Find the Registered Owner of a Domain
Search any domain name for free. Our Meta-Whois will try to contact the correct server and return the publicly available information about the owner. It even helps you register if the domain is available or make an offer to the owner if it is taken.
Quick Links
Professional Email allows you to use your domain name as part of your email address projecting a Professional business image.
- Includes calendar and contact list
- Android and IOS apps, web access
- Spam filtering and AI assistance available.
NIC Website Builder allows you to create a simple web site in minutes. Royalty free templates and graphics are included, just add your business message.
- Responsive Mobile Design
- Includes Hosting
- SSL Certificate
Transfer your domains to NIC.COM — it's fast, automated and risk-free! You keep all the time remaining on your registration and get a 1-year extension at no extra charge.
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- Cpanel Graphical Control Panel - no coding required to administer your site
- One Click Install Apps - WordPress, Drupal, CloudLinux, MySql, php, Joomla! over 150 free apps in all
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SSL Certificates identify your site and encrypt communications between your user and your site. They also give a search boost. Make your site trustworthy to visitors.
Your SSL Certificate can be used with your nic.com web site or any other site
Every Registration Includes:
- Domain Forwarding and Masking - direct your domain to any website
- Domain Locking - prevents accidental or intentional transfers
- Total DNS Control
A domain name is your address on the Internet. Pick one that is easy to remember and appropriate for your business.
Add Web Hosting and Personalized Email for an Internet Presence that makes you equal to the largest corporation. You control everything the customer sees on your web and email, social media does not provide that.
Need help? We are available 24/7 for assistance and advice: Advice and Support. nic.com has been helping people register and manage their domains for over twenty years.
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We Value Your Security
Online security is important to everyone. Nic values your security and your customer’s security. With Ultimate Web Hosting an SSL Certificate and Secure DNS is included in the package. Search engines like Google now give a ranking boost to sites secured by SSL. One of the most important components of online business is creating a trusted environment where potential customers feel confident in making purchases. Browsers give visual cues, such as a lock icon or a green bar, to help visitors know when their connection is secured.
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The "Golden" Domain Name
For Mac Nagaswami, the founder and CEO of Carvertise, only a com would do. In his words “it’s the seal of credibility.” Find out how this young man with limited cash drove ten and a half hours (with his mother) to, ultimately, get the com he wanted.
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Are You Prepared if Linked-In Goes Out of Business?
If you are in business, you should not rely on third parties to maintain contact with your customers. What are some examples of relying on third parties? If you store your contact’s names, email, and telephone number on your Linked-In account. If you direct your customers to your Facebook page instead of your own web site. If everyone who knows your business knows only an email address for you that is provided by Gmail. All those free services are provided by third parties who have no obligation to continue the services. Are you prepared if Linked-In…
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Email is the Best Way to Communicate with Your Customers
Most business people want to use the Internet to sell their products and to maintain contact with their customers. Having a web site is, of course, important. Yet a web site only works when people come looking for you. It is a good idea to have a way to reach out and initiate contact with your customers and prospects. Many people use social media, such as facebook or twitter. A common tactic is to offer a discount or free product to people who “follow” your company on social media. Then you can reach your followers with…
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Don't Turnover your Business Keys to Someone Else
If you do business and use the Internet to communicate with customers, this news story is important to you. Limiting your online presence to free services like facebook, twitter, or instagram is like turning over the keys of your business to a stranger. They control the customers and they decide how much of your communication gets to them and how much of their communication gets to you. With your own domain name, you can point it to your facebook or twitter account as long as it helps your business. The moment it becomes a hindrance you can point…
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Change Your Name
Venture capitalist Paul Graham advises that if you cannot get the .com version of your business name Change Your Name. If you have a US startup called X and you don’t have x.com, you should probably change your name.