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Lock in your brand name before someone else does.

Register .com, .co, .io and 200+ other extensions at cost. We include free WHOIS privacy so your home address never goes public, plus DNS management and one-click email connection.

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What it is

Domain Names, plainly.

A domain name is the address customers type to find your business online. It is leased annually from a domain registry through a registrar. We are an ICANN-accredited registrar, so you register through us at wholesale plus a small management fee, not the markup the consumer registrars charge.

Two things matter when registering a domain: the name itself (memorable, short, matches your brand), and the privacy of the registration. Every domain owner is in the public WHOIS database by default. That means home addresses and personal phone numbers go on the public internet. We include WHOIS privacy on every domain at no extra cost.

Beyond the registration, a domain needs DNS records to actually do anything: A and AAAA records to point at your website, MX records to receive email, TXT records for SPF and DKIM, and so on. Our dashboard manages all of these in one place and connects to your File.Business email, website, and verification services automatically.

Who this is for

Common situations.

New foundersRegister the .com when you form the company. Domains get more expensive after a brand is known.
Multi-brand ownersGroup all your domains under one account with shared DNS, shared payment, shared renewal calendar.
E-commerce sellersYour domain is your trust signal. Customers do not buy from \u201ckevin.bigcommerce.com\u201d.
Creators and personal brandsLock in firstnamelastname.com plus the brand variants before someone squats.
Professionals and agenciesLawyer, designer, consultant. The domain is the first impression on every email signature.
International foundersRegister US domains from anywhere in the world. We do not require US payment methods.
What we'll set up for you

A clean handoff, in four steps.

You give us the basics. We handle the state, the IRS, and the compliance clock so you can focus on the business.

01 · Name + Brand

A name that's actually available.

Real-time check against the state register, USPTO trademark database, and matching domains.

02 · State filing

Filed with the Secretary of State.

We submit your Articles, pay the state fee on your behalf, and return the stamped certificate.

03 · Federal IDs

EIN + the right tax setup.

Federal Employer ID with the IRS, plus state tax accounts when your business needs them.

04 · Stay compliant

Registered Agent + deadline tracking.

Your agent on file in every state, with every renewal and annual report tracked in one calendar.

How it works

Four steps. We handle the rest.

Step 1
SearchFind the .com you want. We suggest alternatives if it is taken.
Step 2
RegisterRegister the domain at cost. WHOIS privacy enabled by default.
Step 3
ConnectPoint it at your website. Configure email. We handle DNS.
Step 4
LiveYour domain is live, renewable, and managed in one place.
Side by side

How we compare.

GoDaddyNamecheapGoogleFile.Business
Year-one .com~$22~$11n/aat cost
WHOIS privacypaidpaidfreefree
Renewal price~$22 +~$15 +n/aat cost
Email integrationpaidpaidpaidbuilt in
Formation discountnonono1 free year

Based on publicly listed pricing and feature pages as of 2026. Competitor names are trademarks of their respective owners.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Is the domain really free for the first year?
Yes, with any new formation. We pay the registry fee. The domain renews at our cost (no markup) starting in year two. Most .com renewals are $10 to $12.
Can I transfer a domain I already own?
Yes. Inbound transfers are free and take 5 to 7 days to complete (this is a registry rule, not ours). Bring your auth code from your old registrar and we handle the rest.
What is WHOIS privacy and why do I want it?
Every domain registration goes in the public WHOIS database with the registrant\u2019s name, address, phone, and email. Privacy services replace your info with the registrar\u2019s. We include it on every domain.
What TLDs do you support?
200+ including .com, .co, .io, .net, .org, .ai, .app, .store, .shop, country codes (.us, .uk, .ca, .de, .au, etc.), and most newer extensions.
How does the email connection work?
One click in your dashboard creates the right MX, SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records so email starts working the same day. No DNS knowledge required.
What if I want to use a different email provider?
You can. Point your MX records at Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, ProtonMail, or any provider. We give you full DNS control.
Can I sell or auction a domain I own?
Yes. We support marketplace listings and direct transfers. Premium domains under your control can be listed externally.
Will my domain auto-renew?
Yes by default, but you can turn it off. We send renewal reminders 60 days, 30 days, and 7 days before expiration regardless.
What is the difference between .com and .co or .io?
.com is the default consumer expectation.co and .io are common when the .com is taken.io is associated with tech; .co is generic. We recommend the .com if it is available.

Find a domain in about 5 minutes.

Tell us a few details. We do the rest. You get a single dashboard for everything.

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