Domain Registrar

A domain registrar is an organization accredited by ICANN (or a national ccTLD authority) to process domain name registrations. Registrars act as intermediaries between domain buyers and the domain registry that maintains the central database of all registered domains. Popular registrars include GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains, and Cloudflare Registrar. Registrars compete on price, features (WHOIS privacy, DNS management), and user experience.

FAQ

What is a domain registrar?

A domain registrar is a company accredited to sell domain names. Examples include GoDaddy, Namecheap, and Cloudflare Registrar.

How do I choose a domain registrar?

Consider pricing transparency (watch for renewal markups), included features like WHOIS privacy, DNS management quality, transfer policies, and customer support.