What do Domain Extensions Represent?

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There is are over 280 domain extensions worldwide. Each is an abbreviation of a word that can represent your brand and business.

Below are some very popular domain extensions and what they mean:

  • .com represents the word “commercial”. This domain extension is the most widely used extension in the world. It is a recognized symbol for having a business presence on the Internet.
  • .net stands for the word “network,” which is commonly used by businesses that are involved in the infrastructure of the Internet. It can also be used for intranet Websites.
  • .org represents “organization” and is mostly used by non-commercial organizations and nonprofits.
  • .biz Like the abbreviation, it is for business or commercial use, like e-commerce sites.
  • .info is for informational sites.
  • .us is  the country code Top Level Domain (ccTLD) for the United States. In order for you to use it, you must be registered as a citizen, resident, or organization in the United States.
  • .bz was initially assigned as the country code for Belize, but is now used by businesses that cannot get their domain names using the .biz extension.
  • .tv is commonly used within the entertainment or media industry.
  • .name is for personal use like personal websites or blogs that display personal information about a person.
  • .ng is the country code for Nigeria.

Using the right domain extension can improve your online presence and easily connect you to potential customers.

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