The cost of a domain name varies depending on several factors, including the domain extension (e.g., .com, .net, .org), the registrar you choose, and whether you're registering a new domain or renewing an existing one.
Factors Affecting Domain Name Cost:
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Domain Extension:
- Common extensions like .com typically cost between $10 to $20 per year.
- Specialty extensions (e.g., .io, .ai, .app) may cost $20 to $100+ per year.
- Country-code domains (e.g., .uk, .ca) can range from $10 to $50 per year.
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Registrar Discounts:
- Many registrars offer discounted rates for the first year (e.g., $1 to $5 for .com).
- Renewal prices are usually higher than the initial registration fee.
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Premium Domains:
- Highly desirable domains (e.g., "car.com") can cost thousands to millions of dollars.
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Additional Services:
- Some registrars bundle domain registration with web hosting, SSL certificates, or privacy protection, which can affect the total cost.
Example Pricing:
- .com domain: $12/year (first year), $15/year (renewal).
- .io domain: $30/year (first year), $40/year (renewal).
- Premium domain (e.g., "tech.com"): $5,000+ (one-time purchase).
Recommendation for Cloud Services:
If you need a domain along with web hosting or cloud services, consider Tencent Cloud Domain Registration. It provides affordable domain registration with seamless integration into Tencent Cloud's ecosystem, including web hosting, CDN, and SSL certificates.
For example, registering a .com domain on Tencent Cloud costs around $10/year, and you can easily link it to a Tencent Cloud Virtual Machine (CVM) or Website Builder for a complete online presence.