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Domain Glossary

Everything you need to know about domains, explained simply. Perfect for beginners.

3 In-depth Guides
~23 min total read
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Essential Guides

Deep-dive into the core concepts every domain owner should understand

TLDs (Domain Extensions)

8 min read

Learn about .com, .io, .ai, .app and which extension best fits your brand identity and target market.

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WHOIS Privacy

5 min read

Understand domain privacy protection, why it matters for security, and how to keep your registration details safe.

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DNS Explained

10 min read

A complete guide to DNS records, propagation, and how to configure your domain for any hosting platform.

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Learning Journey

Follow this path to master domain fundamentals

1

Choose Your TLD

Pick the right domain extension

2

Understand Privacy

Protect your personal information

3

Learn DNS Basics

Connect your domain to services

4

Register Your Domain

Get your perfect business name

Quick Reference

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Domain Name

A human-readable address for a website (e.g., namemy.app). It's what people type into their browser to visit your site.

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TLD (Top-Level Domain)

The extension at the end of a domain (.com, .io, .app). Different TLDs serve different purposes and signal different things about your business.

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DNS (Domain Name System)

The system that translates domain names to IP addresses. Think of it as the internet's phone book that routes traffic to the right servers.

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WHOIS

A public database of domain ownership information. Privacy protection hides your personal details from public lookups.

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SSL Certificate

Security certificate that enables HTTPS. Shows the padlock icon and encrypts data between visitors and your site.

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Nameservers

Servers that store DNS records for your domain. They tell the internet where your website is hosted and how to route email.

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Anatomy of a Domain

Understanding the parts of a domain name

www
Subdomain
.namemy
Your Brand
.app
TLD
Subdomain
Your Brand
TLD
Path
You're ready to go!

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