“Your domain name is not available.” Aaaargh, now what?

by Meg

It’s frustrating when you’re searching for a domain name and it’s taken. Curious, you check out the website only to find your precious domain name is parked, or it’s up for sale at an extortionate price. Here’s some invaluable advice from Daniel, our CSO. Seven years in the domain industry, his knowledge knows no bounds...

EuroDNS talks new gTLDs with Statton Hammock from Rightside

by Meg

Rightside Registry is one of the leading top level domain registries. Its portfolio has over 30 new domain extensions, and includes some of the most desirable new domains launched, including .NINJA, .ENGINEER, .ROCKS, .CONSULTING. I’m chatting with Statton Hammock, Rightside’s VP of Business & Legal Affairs, about why Rightside rocks the new gTLDs

SHA-1 SSL certificates compromised - upgrade to SHA-2 now!

by Meg

EuroDNS recently launched SSL certificates; a hugely significant step in its mission to secure the Internet. If you want people to buy your products, you have to prove your website’s genuine, that it’s safe for them to enter payment details and make online purchases. If you're using SSL certificates already, you must ensure that they use the SHA-2 algorithm.

EuroDNS catches up with DotClub registry CMO, Jeff Sass

by Meg

Nine months ago, the DotClub registry revealed its plan to get 5,000,000 .CLUB domain name registrations over the following five years. The .CLUB domain is currently listed as the third most registered new domain extension - without giving away any freebies. Today we’ve caught up with CMO, Jeff Sass, for an update...

SSL certificates verify your website & secure your online transactions

by Meg

An SSL certificate is a digital endorsement of the identity of your website, the same way your passport proves who you are. Your website will display a padlock icon, followed by HTTPS at the start of your URL. Users will know immediately that they can enter sensitive information in a secure environment.

Kick-ass ways to spice up the new domain extensions!

by Meg

Domain hacks were used to play the system. When trying to find a good .COM domain name became a pain, a domain hack was a cool alternative. Originally, using country code domain extensions, they brought more choice whilst at the same time, creating fun names such as virg.in, ma.tt, goo.gl, and will.i.am.