A domain name registrar is a company or organization that manages the registration of domain names on behalf of individuals and businesses.
They are responsible for ensuring that domain names are unique and available.
How it works
Here’s a brief overview of what a domain registrar does:
You choose a domain name (e.g. refined.so) and register it with a domain name registrar. Then, it verifies your identity and sets up the DNS settings for your domain.
Finally, the registrar manages the domain name, ensuring it remains active and available for use.
Why you need it
You can’t register a domain name on your own. Simply put, if you want to have a website, you must use a domain name registrar.
What to look for
When choosing a domain name registrar, consider the following factors:
- Reliability
- Security
- Customer Support
- Pricing
At Refined, the majority of our customers use Namecheap, Porkbun or Cloudflare Registrar. With that said, there are other great options out there!