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Written on 21 August, 2014 by Verity Meagher

What you need to know about .melbourne Always wished you could have a location-targeted, unique domain name? The recent rollout of the new gTLD (generic top-level domain) .melbourne could be just the opportunity you were hoping for. The new selection of domain extensions hitting the market offers businesses an unprecedented chance to craft unique domain names. Replacing more typical... Read more
Categories: Domains | Tags: domain names, marketing

Written on 03 July, 2014 by Georgia Leaker

New gTLDs are taking the web by storm Over the next few years, hundreds of new domain extensions are going to flood the market. This will allow you to register everything from .language to .sale to .vodka. The change will open up new opportunities to register your business in a more personalised way. For instance, if you are... Read more
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Written on 22 May, 2014 by Michael Chidgey

2013 ICANN RAA impacts On June 27th 2013 ICANN released the latest version of its Registrar Accreditation Agreement (RAA). The RAA according to ICANN is supposed to enhance and solidify the competition between gTLD ( generic top level domain) registrars while clarifying the responsibilities of the registrar and the rights of the registrants.  The... Read more
Categories: Domains | Tags: domain names, gtld domains, icann

Written on 17 December, 2013 by Karen Lim-Sam

What is domain protection? Each domain name is registered for a set amount of time, normally on a yearly basis with .au domains registered for a minimum 2 years, and it's up to the person who registered it to renew it to keep the website and associated e-mail accounts live. If that doesn't happen,... Read more
Categories: Domains | Tags: domain names, renewal

Written on 07 December, 2013 by Verity Meagher

Five tips for choosing a domain name While it's not impossible to change your domain name, it can be costly for your business as well as your clients. Getting your domain name right the first time can often be the difference between a good site and a great one. 1. Make it easy to remember To make... Read more
Categories: Domains | Tags: brand, domain names

Written on 13 October, 2013 by Karen Lim-Sam

What’s the difference between .com and .com.au domains? If you’re launching a new site or looking at adding domains to an existing one, the choice between .com and the more focused .com.au isn’t always clear. To make it simple, here are the differences between a .com and a .com.au to show you the benefits of both. Local search... Read more
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Written on 29 September, 2013 by Verity Meagher

Is domain name redirection hurting your SEO values? Every now and then circumstances arise where you need to move a site or service to a new domain name – but you don’t want to burn the efforts you’ve put into SEO. There are good and bad ways to handle a domain switch, and if you follow these tips... Read more
Categories: Domains, Search Engine Optimisation | Tags: domain names, search engine optimisation, seo

Written on 05 July, 2013 by Karen Lim-Sam

Precautions to take when choosing a domain name If you’re an online business owner, you know that your domain name is your most precious piece of real estate. And like any big investment, it dictates that you cover all bases before you take the leap. Getting the right domain name Unfortunately, choosing a domain name can be fraught... Read more
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Written on 28 June, 2013 by Kim Lowton

If the domain you want is registered…. Backorder it! Over the years we have noticed that when our customers search the Netregistry website to register a domain name that they want to use, they find that it is already registered to somebody else. Our Chief Operating Officer even wrote an eBook on this subject - Someone has registered ‘my’... Read more
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Written on 02 April, 2013 by Karen Lim-Sam

Dealing with domain name transfers In the online world, your domain name works as a signpost for your most precious piece of real estate and can determine the ways your customers connect with and perceive your brand. So how do you transfer your domain name without impacting your ability to maintain a brand presence that... Read more
Categories: Domains | Tags: domain names