How do I check domain name availability status? Can I see if a domain is taken?

To find an available domain name, use the search bar to check if your website name is ready to be registered or if it’s unavailable. If your domain is already taken, try making an offer to the website owner. Alternatively, read our blog post What to do if your ideal domain name is taken, for some helpful tips.Our domain name checker is safe and easy to use, and we will never sell your information to a third party.

Is .com the best domain for search engine optimization (SEO)?

Search engines, like Google, consider all domains as equal, meaning that just because you have a .com domain name, you won’t necessarily feature higher in the rankings.

Should I register multiple extensions for my domain name?

If you can, it’s a good idea to register different domain extensions, such as .com, .net, and .org along with your chosen TLD. This way, you can redirect your visitors back to your main website, preventing your visitors from visiting the wrong website. Check out our bulk domain name search tool to register multiple domains easily.

What’s the maximum and minimum length a domain name can be?

You can choose from 1 to 63 characters for your domain name, but remember, the shorter it is, the more memorable it will be.

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Domain name tips

How to pick a great domain name

Grab a pen and start writing a list of words and phrases related to your personal or business brand, taking care to avoid words that might be confusing or are tricky to spell. Start matching up words and ask for honest feedback from your friends.

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Generic TLDs

TLD	Personal ‘Whois’ data kept safe with Domain Privacy – FREE for life Free Domain Privacy	Price / Year
sale .com^*		$11.28 Renewal $16.98
sale .org^*		$7.48 Renewal $14.98
sale .net^*		$12.98 Renewal $16.98
.dev^*		$15.98 Renewal $18.98
.app^*		$17.98 Renewal $20.98
sale .inc^*		$998.98 Renewal $2,198.00
sale .website^*		$1.88 Renewal $11.98
sale .xyz^*		$2.00 Renewal $16.98
sale .club^*		$4.98 Renewal $16.98
sale .online^*		$0.98 Renewal $25.98
sale .info^*		$3.48 Renewal $25.98
sale .store^*		$0.98 Renewal $35.98
sale .best^*		$3.98 Renewal $21.98
sale .live^*		$3.48 Renewal $32.98
sale .tech^*		$9.97 Renewal $45.98
sale .pro^*		$2.98 Renewal $24.98
sale .world^*		$2.48 Renewal $40.98
sale .space^*		$1.88 Renewal $21.98
sale .vip^*		$4.98 Renewal $7.98
sale .life^*		$2.48 Renewal $36.98
sale .shop^*		$1.48 Renewal $36.98
sale .host^*		$9.99 Renewal $36.98
sale .fun^*		$1.28 Renewal $23.48
sale .biz^*		$1.98 Renewal $20.98
sale .icu^*		$1.60 Renewal $12.98
sale .design^*		$10.98 Renewal $51.98
sale .art^*		$3.98 Renewal $27.98

Country Code TLDs

TLD	Personal ‘Whois’ data kept safe with Domain Privacy – FREE for life Free Domain Privacy	Price / Year
sale .eu This TLD may require additional registration information		$2.98 Renewal $8.98
sale .io		$44.98 Renewal $52.98
sale .ai		$79.98 Renewal $92.98
sale .co.uk This TLD may require additional registration information		$6.98 Renewal $9.48
sale .ca This TLD may require additional registration information		$11.98 Renewal $13.98
sale .me		$7.98 Renewal $20.98
sale .co		$10.98 Renewal $33.98
.de		$6.98 Renewal $8.98
sale .in		$5.98 Renewal $9.98
.is		$45.98 Renewal $47.98
sale .gg		$68.98 Renewal $68.88
sale .to		$29.98 Renewal $41.98
.ph		$52.98 Renewal $52.98
.nl		$6.98 Renewal $7.98
.id		$22.98 Renewal $24.98
sale .us This TLD may require additional registration information		$2.98 Renewal $10.48
sale .pw		$6.98 Renewal $13.98
sale .uk This TLD may require additional registration information		$6.98 Renewal $9.48
.tv		$29.98 Renewal $31.98
.cx		$19.98 Renewal $19.98
.mx		$41.98 Renewal $48.98
sale .fm		$69.98 Renewal $99.98
sale .cc		$5.98 Renewal $12.98

*ICANN (the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) charges a mandatory annual fee of $0.18 for each domain registration, renewal, or transfer. This will be added to the listed price for some domains at the time of purchase. See full list of affected domains →

Frequently asked questions

How do I check domain name availability status? Can I see if a domain is taken?
To find an available domain name, use the search bar to check if your website name is ready to be registered or if it’s unavailable. If your domain is already taken, try making an offer to the website owner. Alternatively, read our blog post What to do if your ideal domain name is taken, for some helpful tips.

Our domain name checker is safe and easy to use, and we will never sell your information to a third party.
Is .com the best domain for search engine optimization (SEO)?
Search engines, like Google, consider all domains as equal, meaning that just because you have a .com domain name, you won’t necessarily feature higher in the rankings.
Should I register multiple extensions for my domain name?
If you can, it’s a good idea to register different domain extensions, such as .com, .net, and .org along with your chosen TLD. This way, you can redirect your visitors back to your main website, preventing your visitors from visiting the wrong website. Check out our bulk domain name search tool to register multiple domains easily.
What’s the maximum and minimum length a domain name can be?
You can choose from 1 to 63 characters for your domain name, but remember, the shorter it is, the more memorable it will be.

Still have questions about domain registration?

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Disclaimers

ICANN (the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) charges a mandatory annual fee of $0.18 for each domain registration, renewal or transfer. This will be added to the listed price for some domains, at the time of purchase. See full list of affected domains →
You'll receive a domain privacy subscription FREE with every eligible domain registration or transfer. Your subscription is provided by Withheld for Privacy and the services agreement it holds with Namecheap. Terms and conditions apply. Visit the Whois privacy service agreement page for further details.
Due to the registry restrictions, domain privacy is unavailable for a handful of TLDs. Check the Domain Privacy page to see the full list.
You receive an exclusive PositiveSSL Certificate offer (valid for the first year only) with every new product purchase except domain renewals, or purchase or renewals of any other SSL certificates. Further restrictions may apply.
DNS features mentioned are applicable only if your domain uses Namecheap DNS service.
DNSSEC is available with all eligible domains as part of Basic or Premium DNS services.
Special offer applies to new first-year registrations only and is valid for a limited time.
Please note that premium domain names are not eligible for the promotion and prices may differ from those shown.
We recommend that you set the following domains to auto-renew at least 12 days before the expiration date: .ch, .es, .com.es, .nom.es, .org.es, .fr, .li, .pe, .com.pe, .net.pe, .org.pe, .sg, .com.sg, .com.au, .net.au, and .org.au.
If your domain is not renewed or set to auto-renewal at least 12 days before the expiration date, it immediately enters the redemption period. Once in this state, it will not be possible to renew it at the regular price. Read more about renewal requirements.
We recommend that you set the following domains to auto-renew at least 5 days before the expiration date: .cx, .de, .eu and .nl.
If your domain is not renewed or set for auto-renewal at least 5 days before the expiration date, it immediately enters the redemption period. Once in this state, your website and other related services will stop working, and it will not be possible to renew your domain at the regular price. Read more about renewal requirements.

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