Domain registration done right. Buy the perfect domain name.

Domain names are categorized depending on the type, each serves a different purpose online:

1. Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD): These are the most common domains you see, like .com, .net, or .org. They’re versatile and open for general use.

2. Country Code Top-Level Domains (ccTLD): These two-letter domains represent countries or regions, like .us for the United States or .fr for France.

3. Generic-Restricted Top-Level Domains (grTLD): Similar to gTLDs but with restrictions. For example, .pro is intended for licensed professionals.

4. Sponsored Top-Level Domains (sTLD): These domains are managed by specific organizations with eligibility rules. For example, .edu is for accredited educational institutions.

5. Infrastructure Top-Level Domain (ARPA): This is a specialized domain used for internet infrastructure purposes, like technical networking and routing. It’s not something you’d use for a website.

6. Premium Domains: These are high-value domain names that are short, memorable or keyword-rich. They’re typically already registered but available for resale at a premium price. Investing in a premium domain can give your brand instant credibility, improve memorability and make your site easier to find.
   

Choosing the right type depends on your goals—whether it’s building a global brand, targeting a specific country or positioning your site for a professional audience.

Finding out if a domain is available is simple. You can use a domain name search tool to quickly check if the name you want is available. Just type in the domain you want and the tool will show whether it’s free to register or already taken.

Behind the scenes, this process uses the DNS (Domain Name System) — the technology that helps match domain names with their web addresses. When you run a domain search, the DNS helps identify if that name is already connected to an existing website or still open for registration.

Picking the right domain name is all about clarity, memorability and making sure it reflects your brand. Here’s a few key tips:

• Keep it short and simple: Shorter names are easier to remember and type.

• Make it memorable: Choose something catchy that sticks with your audience.

• Reflect your brand: Your domain should give visitors a sense of who you are or what you offer.

• Consider keywords: Including relevant words can help with search visibility, but avoid overstuffing.

• Choose the right extension: .com is classic, but country-specific or niche extensions can make sense depending on your audience.
  

Not sure where to start? Try our domain name generator to get instant, creative ideas tailored to your brand.

Yes. At Wix, we take domain security and privacy seriously. That's why we offer domain privacy protection when you purchase and register domains. By choosing Wix as your registrar, your personal contact details in the public WHOIS lookup database will be replaced with Wix’s contact information when you get a domain with us. This helps prevent unwanted solicitors and spammers from accessing your personal information and seeing which domains you own. For more about how domain name privacy protection works at Wix, check out this article.

Yes! You don’t need to have a website to own a domain. Buying a domain secures your online address so it’s yours, even if you’re not ready to build a site yet. This is a great way to protect your brand, reserve a name you love or plan for future projects.