Short, practical write-ups on the things people ask us: DNS records, .htaccess rules, Cloudflare settings and what actually happens to a domain when it expires.
68 guides on DNS, .htaccess, Cloudflare and expired domains.
Contrary to some misconceptions, domain names are not case sensitive. Whether you type your domain in uppercase, lowercase, or a mixture of both, it will direct users to the same webpage. This feature offers…
Navigating the world of domain names can be riddled with questions, particularly around the possibility of acquiring them for free. Yes, it's conceivable to secure a domain name without financial outlay, but this offer…
Discover the intricacies of starting a domain name with a number. Our in-depth blog delves into the structure, viability, and impact on brand identity of numeric-led domain names, while exploring SEO implications and user…
Exploring the rules governing domain names, we often confront the question: Can domain names include spaces? Despite the urge for readability or brand alignment, the answer is a clear no. Spaces are a no-go…
While exploring the nuances of domain names, a common query surfaces: are special characters permissible? Clarity arrives when understanding that domain names must adhere to the character guidelines defined by the Domain Name System…
Certainly, domain names can include dashes! They're used as a visual aid to separate words, making your domain name more legible, like 'fresh-bakery-treats.com' as opposed to 'freshbakerytreats.com'. However, while dashes are permissible, they mustn't…
Are you pondering the addition of numbers to your domain name and wondering about the rules? Numbers can indeed be integrated into domain names and can play a significant role in creating a memorable…
Discover the truth about underscores in domain names with our comprehensive blog post. We demystify DNS protocols and explain why simplicity matters in domain structure. Learn how to choose a creative, compliant domain name…
What is in the guides and where to start.
Two broad areas. First, domains: how the domain lifecycle works, what happens when a name expires, whether expired domains are worth buying and where to buy them. Second, the practical work that follows: reading a WHOIS record, adding DNS records at common registrars, redirecting an old domain, and configuring .htaccess, caching and Cloudflare.
People registering or buying a domain and then having to make it work. That covers first-time buyers who want to know what a nameserver is, domain investors sizing up expired names, and site owners doing their own DNS, redirects and caching. The guides assume no prior knowledge and show the actual steps rather than describing them in the abstract.
No. The guides, the expired domain lists and the lookup tools are open to everyone. An account is only needed for the parts that have to remember something for you: saving favourites and setting up match rules that alert you when a name you want becomes available.
Every guide carries its publication date, so check it before following a walkthrough. The domain concepts — expiry, redemption, DNS record types — barely change. Registrar and control panel screens change often, so a screenshot from an older guide may no longer match what you see, even when the steps are still right.
If domains are new to you, start with the lifecycle of a domain name and what happens when one expires — almost everything else here builds on those two. If you already know the ground and want names, go straight to the expired domains list or the WHOIS lookup.