📘 Complete Breakdown of Domains (One by One)

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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6️⃣ Subdomains

A sub-part of your domain.
Examples:

• blog.hostpalace.com

• support.example.com

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

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7️⃣ Domain Privacy Protection

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

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8️⃣ Domain Security

Important protections:

• DNSSEC – stops domain hijacking

• SSL Certificate – secures the website (HTTPS)

• 2FA on registrar account

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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

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🔟 Domain Investing (Domaining)

Buying and selling domains for profit.

Good domains:

• Short

• Keyword-rich

• Brandable

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

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1️⃣1️⃣ Domain Valuation Factors

What makes a domain valuable:

• Length

• Brandability

• Extension

• Keyword search volume

• Past sales data

• Industry demand

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1️⃣2️⃣ Premium Domains

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

• Hotels.com

• Cars.com

• Business.ai

• Tech.in

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1️⃣3️⃣ Domain Parking

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

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1️⃣4️⃣ Domain Transfer

You can transfer domains between registrars.
It requires:

• EPP/Auth code

• Domain unlocked

• Email verification

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1️⃣5️⃣ Why Domains Matter

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