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.COM Domain

The .com domain is one of the original top-level domains (TLDs) and is widely used for commercial websites, though it is open for registration by anyone.

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Registry & Technical Information

Registry Information

Registry: VeriSign, Inc.
WHOIS Server: whois.verisign-grs.com
Introduced: 1985

Technical Details

Restrictions: None
Average Pricing: $10-$15
RDAP Server: https://rdap.verisign.com/com/v1/

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General Availability:1985-03-15
Public Registration:✓ Available

Additional Information

Generic Top-Level Domain, open for registration by any individual or entity worldwide, typically used for commercial purposes but not restricted to them.

The .com TLD was one of the first TLDs created, along with .edu, .gov, .mil, .org, .net, and .arpa.As of 2023, there are over 160 million registered .com domain names, making it the most popular TLD.The first .com domain ever registered was symbolics.com on March 15, 1985.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The .com domain is one of the original top-level domains (TLDs) and is widely used for commercial websites, though it is open for registration by anyone. The .COM TLD is managed by VeriSign, Inc. and was introduced in 1985.

The .COM domain is generally available for public registration without specific restrictions. Anyone can register a .COM domain name through accredited registrars.

The average pricing for a .COM domain is $10-$15. Prices may vary between registrars and can differ based on registration period and additional services.

WHOIS information for .COM domains can be queried through the WHOIS server: whois.verisign-grs.com. You can also use the RDAP service at https://rdap.verisign.com/com/v1/ for more structured data access.

Popular registrars that support .COM domains include: GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains, and more. Check the supported registrars section for complete information and links.

The .COM domain is a well-established gTLD with strong recognition and trust. It's suitable for various purposes including business, organization, and personal websites.