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1️⃣ What is a Domain Name?

A domain name is the human-friendly address of a website.
Example: google.com, hostpalace.in

It replaces IP addresses like 142.250.190.78 so people can easily access websites.


2️⃣ How Domains Work

Every domain works through three key steps:

  1. User enters a domain →

  2. DNS converts it to server IP →

  3. Browser connects to the website server.


3️⃣ Types of Domains

a) TLD (Top-Level Domain)

These are the highest level of domains.
Examples: .com, .net, .org

b) ccTLD (Country Code TLD)

Domains specific to a country.
Examples: .in (India), .uk (UK), .ae (UAE), .us (USA)

c) gTLD (Generic TLD)

New and special-purpose domain extensions.
Examples: .shop, .tech, .ai, .online, .cloud

d) Second Level Domains

The actual name you choose.
Example: In hostpalace.com, “hostpalace” is the SLD.


4️⃣ Domain Registration

To register a domain, you need:

  • A domain registrar (Namecheap, GoDaddy, HostPalace, etc.)

  • A domain search

  • Annual fee (renewable)

Once registered, the domain becomes your digital property for as long as you renew it.


5️⃣ Domain DNS (Very Important)

DNS controls how your domain works. Key DNS records:

  • A Record: Points domain to a server IP

  • CNAME: Points one domain to another

  • MX Record: Manages email delivery

  • TXT Record: Google verification, SPF, DKIM

  • NS Record: Nameservers for hosting


6️⃣ Subdomains

A sub-part of your domain.
Examples:

  • blog.hostpalace.com

  • support.example.com

Used for blogs, support, panels, apps, etc.


7️⃣ Domain Privacy Protection

Hides your WHOIS details (name, phone, email).
Protects from spam and leaks.


8️⃣ Domain Security

Important protections:

  • DNSSEC – stops domain hijacking

  • SSL Certificate – secures the website (HTTPS)

  • 2FA on registrar account


9️⃣ Domain Expiry & Renewal

If you don’t renew:

  1. Domain expires

  2. Goes to Grace Period

  3. Can enter Redemption Period

  4. After that → goes back to public and anyone can buy


🔟 Domain Investing (Domaining)

Buying and selling domains for profit.

Good domains:

  • Short

  • Keyword-rich

  • Brandable

  • High-demand extensions (.com, .in, .ai)


1️⃣1️⃣ Domain Valuation Factors

What makes a domain valuable:

  • Length

  • Brandability

  • Extension

  • Keyword search volume

  • Past sales data

  • Industry demand


1️⃣2️⃣ Premium Domains

High-value domains sold at a premium price.
Examples:

  • Hotels.com

  • Cars.com

  • Business.ai

  • Tech.in


1️⃣3️⃣ Domain Parking

If you don’t use a domain, you can park it and show ads.
You earn revenue from clicks.


1️⃣4️⃣ Domain Transfer

You can transfer domains between registrars.
It requires:

  • EPP/Auth code

  • Domain unlocked

  • Email verification


1️⃣5️⃣ Why Domains Matter

Domains are:
✔ Identity of your business
✔ Trust signal
✔ Branding tool
✔ SEO advantage
✔ Digital asset for long-term value

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