The right name, properly set up
Your domain is your address online. Getting it registered, configured, and pointing where it should is simpler than you think.
You want a website, but you're stuck at step one. Who do you buy a domain from? Is GoDaddy the right choice? What's the difference between .com and .ca? Should you get both? And what happens after you buy it?
Or maybe you already have a domain but you're not sure where it's registered. You got an email about a renewal and you're not confident it's legitimate. Your old web developer set it up and now you can't access it.
Domain names aren't complicated, but the industry makes them feel that way on purpose. Upsells, confusing dashboards, auto-renewing add-ons you never asked for. All you want is your business name as a website address. It shouldn't be this confusing.
What you get
The right domain, registered properly
Domain search, registration, and configuration. Registered in your name, under your account. You own it, full stop.
DNS set up correctly
Your domain pointed to your hosting, email configured, records set up properly. The behind-the-scenes plumbing that makes everything work.
No surprise renewals
Clear renewal dates, fair pricing, and reminders before anything expires. No auto-renewing add-ons or mystery charges.
You stay in control
Your domain is in your account, under your name. If you ever want to move to a different provider or a different web developer, it's yours to take.
How it works
01
Find your name
Check availability, explore options (.com, .ca, alternatives), and pick the best fit for your business.
02
Register and configure
Domain gets registered in your name, DNS records set up, email and hosting pointed correctly.
03
Done
Renewal reminders set. You know where your domain is, how to access it, and who to contact if anything changes.
Registered in your name
You own it, full stop. No lock-in, no surprises.
Good fit if...
- You're starting a business and need a domain
- You don't know where your domain is registered
- A developer registered it in their own name
- You're not sure when your domain renews
Need email with your domain? Business email
Common questions
Should I get .com or .ca?
If your customers are in Canada, .ca is the stronger choice. It signals that you're a Canadian business and Google gives .ca domains a slight preference in Canadian search results. Getting both and redirecting one to the other is a good idea if the budget allows.
I don't know where my domain is registered. Can you help?
Yes. A WHOIS lookup and some detective work will track down where it lives. From there, it can be recovered or transferred to an account you control.
What if the domain I want is taken?
There are usually good alternatives. A different extension (.ca instead of .com), a slight variation, or sometimes the current owner is willing to sell. Options get explored before settling.
How much does a domain cost?
Typically $15-25 per year for a .ca or .com. Premium domains (short, common words) cost more. The registration is separate from any setup or configuration fees.
Can I transfer a domain I already own?
Yes. Transfers are straightforward and usually take a few days. Everything stays live during the process.