What is a Domain name? Rules & Cost and How to Buy it?

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What Is a Domain Name?

A domain name is a unique and recognizable identifier for an organization (or individual) on the World Wide Web. It’s like a street address for your website, and it typically consists of two or more parts, such as www.example.com. Domain names are often used to help users locate websites easily since web browsers and other applications use them to identify sites on the Internet. The part of the domain name after the last dot (.) is referred to as a “top-level domain” (TLD). Common TLDs include .com, .net, .org, and so on. For example, Ultahost’s domain name is ultahost.com – with a “.com” TLD.

How Much Does a Domain Name Cost? 

A domain name can cost anywhere from $0 to hundreds or thousands of dollars, depending on the specific domain name and the registrar. Generally, shorter and more popular domain names will cost more than longer or less popular ones.

The price may vary depending on the extension or Top-Level Domain (TLD) that you choose. For example, a .com domain name cost almost 13.50$ with ultahost and it is usually cheaper than a .net or a .org domain name.

Choose A Domain Name That Represents Your Business or Website 

My perfect domain name for my business or website representing A car rental Company as an example would be Rentyourcars.com. This simple, straightforward domain name conveys immediately the purpose and mission of my business. It is easy to remember and will help create a brand identity that customers can recognize. Also, it is a great way to establish myself as an authority in a car rental industry and build customer loyalty by increasing recognition of my company’s name.

What Are the Rules for Buying a Domain Name? 

When purchasing a domain name, there are some rules to consider. 

  1. Be at least 3 characters long and no longer than 63 characters. 
  2. Contain only letters, numbers, or dashes. 
  3. Start and end with either a letter or number. 
  4. Not have any special characters such as “!” or “%”. 
  5. Not contain spaces between words. 
  6. Not include any trademarked names or phrases. 
  7. Not contain offensive language or content. 
  8. Must not already exist (i.e., it must be unique).  
  9. Cannot be an existing registered trademark in the UK or European Union. 
  10. Have valid contact information provided (name, address, email address, telephone number).  

These rules are in place to ensure that the domain name purchased is valid and appropriate for use on the web. It is important to carefully consider each rule before purchasing a domain name in order to avoid any potential issues down the line.

Purchase the Domain Name Through a Registrar Like UltaHost 

Purchasing a domain name from Ultahost is easy and straightforward. There are a few different methods you can use to acquire a domain name. 

First, visit our website, ultahost.com, and click on the “Domain Name” tab. On the next page, you will be prompted to enter the domain name that you would like to purchase in the search bar. Once your desired domain name appears in search results, click on it to add it to your cart and then proceed with checkout. 

During checkout, you will need to provide your contact information as well as payment details. After submitting payment, your domain name will be registered and you can use it right away!

Ultahost makes the entire process easy and convenient by providing helpful customer service representatives who can answer any questions or concerns you may have throughout the purchasing process. In addition, we also offer various discounts and coupon codes that can help make your purchase more affordable. 


Ultahost offers free domain names for all of our annual plans, all our fast hosting plans come with unlimited bandwidth and 24/7 support, with unlimited free server migrations from any host.

With Ultahost, buying a domain name has never been easier!

Head to ultahost.com to get started!

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