EPP Code

Also called an authorization code or transfer code, this is a unique password required to transfer a domain from one registrar to another. The EPP code prevents unauthorized transfers and should be kept secure.

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Drop

"Drop" refers to the process when a domain name registration expires and is not renewed by the original owner, thus becoming available for registration by others. Here's a breakdown of the pro...

Auto-Renew

A registrar setting that renews a domain automatically before it expires. Whether it works depends on the card on file.

Dictionary Domain Name

A dictionary domain name is a domain name that uses a word or words that are found in the dictionary. These words can be in any language, but most commonly they are in English. For example, "apple...

PMD (Partial Match Domain)

A domain containing keywords related to a search query but not matching exactly, such as BestCheapFlights.com.

MX Record

Mail Exchange Record - a DNS record that specifies the mail server responsible for receiving email on behalf of a domain.

Registration Fee

Registration Fee refers to the cost associated with registering a new domain name with a domain registrar. This fee is paid by the person or entity who wants to obtain the right to use that domain ...