Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Buying a domain

How do I get the domain after the purchase?

Once you purchase the domain, we will push it into an account for you at our registrar, NameBright.com. We will then send you an email with your NameBright username and password. Access to the domain will be available within one to two hours of purchase.

What comes with the domain name?

One year of free Whois privacy protection is included with domains purchased at HugeDomains, look for the Whois opt-in during checkout. The first year of domain registration is also included.

Do I also get the other domain extensions when I purchase a domain from HugeDomains.com?

No. Your purchase is strictly for the domain purchased from HugeDomains.com. If you want other gTLDs of the domain name, you will need to buy those domains separately.

When is a sale considered final?

All sales are subject to final approval of HugeDomains. A sale is considered final only once the domain name has been transferred into the buyer's name.

Do I get access to my domains immediately after purchase?

In most cases, access will be available within one or two hours of purchase. Domains purchased after business hours will be available the next business day.

How does HugeDomains protect my shopping experience?

At HugeDomains.com, your online safety is a top priority. We protect your information through SSL encryption technology, ensuring a secure shopping experience.

Transfer questions

Can I transfer my domain to another registrar after I buy it?

Yes, you can transfer your domain to any registrar or hosting company after purchase. It may take up to 5 days to transfer the domain.

How do domain name transfers work?

Domain transfers are a straightforward process of changing the domain from one registrar to another. Unlock the domain and obtain an Authorization Code from the current registrar.

How do I transfer my domain to GoDaddy?

You’ll need to prepare your domain before initiating the transfer. Follow the process outlined by the new registrar.

Payment questions

Can I make an offer on the domain?

Yes, HugeDomains negotiates on domains. You can send an email or use the contact page to make an offer.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes, payment plans with various term lengths are offered. See details on payment plans on the site.

How do I purchase the domain? / What payment options do you provide?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Discover, PayPal, and Escrow.com payments.

Domain ownership

How long will I own my domain?

Once purchased, you will have full control and exclusive registration rights to the domain as long as you maintain yearly re-registration.

How do I keep my personal information private? / What is Whois Privacy Protection?

Adding WhoIs Privacy Protection to your domain hides your personal information from the public. NameBright offers this for free for the first year.

How do I update DNS, URL forwarding and other settings?

You'll be able to manage your domain settings through your NameBright account after purchase.

Yearly Registration Fees

Yearly registration fees depend on the registrar, typically running from $8.95 to $25.00 per year. Failure to pay may result in loss of ownership.

Domains 101

How do domain names work?

Domain names are unique identifiers on the Internet, similar to physical addresses. They identify IP addresses and need to be renewed yearly.

What's the difference between domain names, websites, and web hosting?

A domain name is the address, a website is the code and content provided, and web hosting is the service that allows your website to be seen online.

What's the difference between a registrar, registry, and registrant?

A registrar sells and manages domain names, a registry is a database of all domain names, and a registrant is the person or organization that has registered a domain name.

What's a TLD? / What's a gTLD?

TLD stands for Top-Level Domain and gTLD stands for Generic Top-Level Domain, indicating the category of the domain name.

What's a URL?

A URL (Uniform Resource Locator) is the address of a web page, including the protocol, domain name, and specific page links.

About HugeDomains

Do you own your domains or are you selling them for someone else?

HugeDomains owns many of the domains we sell and also acts as a broker for domains owned by other individuals or companies.

Can I sell you my domains? / Do you trade domains?

HugeDomains does not buy or trade domains with individuals. We recommend contacting Afternic.com or Sedo.com for such services.

Have additional questions?

Call us at 1-303-893-0552 or email a domain specialist today.