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How much time does it take to register a domain name?

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Short answer: it varies — from near-instant to several days — because two different things happen when a name is "registered": the registrar/registry step that creates the record, and the DNS/delegation step that makes the name visible on the Internet. The several replies in this thread (for example from , , and ) show why experiences differ; the technical split below explains the causes and what to watch for.

When an order is placed the registrar checks availability, gathers payment and contact data, then sends a creation request to the TLD registry; registrars and registries have distinct roles in that flow. Some TLDs and registrars are fully automated, others are not, and country-code TLDs often follow different policies. ()

Registrars are also required to validate and verify certain contact details (email/phone/postal) and must take action if verification fails; that check can introduce delays or even temporary suspension if the affirmative response is not received. This is a contractually required step for accredited registrars, not just a vendor quirk. ()

Finally, even after the registry accepts the name the visible site and mail depend on DNS delegation and caching. Nameserver changes and DNS record updates are subject to TTLs and recursive caches, so propagation can be fast or take longer depending on the existing TTLs and ISP caches. To minimize delays: pick an automated registrar for the TLD, pre-fill and confirm WHOIS/contact details, publish DNS (and lower TTLs) before switching NS records where possible, and monitor propagation with public resolvers. (developers.cloudflare.com)

Practical takeaway: the registration itself is usually handled automatically for common gTLDs, but verification rules and DNS propagation are the common sources of delay — plan the WHOIS verification and DNS changes ahead of time to avoid surprises.

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depends on which registrar you choose and which TLD you want.
Some registrars can do it in near realtime for some TLDs, some may require manual checking of contact information and stuff, some TLDs require all kinds of paperwork to be sent in (signed forms, sometimes birth certificates or chamber of commerce registration forms, etc.) which can take days or weeks.

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This doesn't have anything to do with game development.

Try godaddy.com, I've been with them for awhile and you should have everything you need within 24 hours. The domain nearly instantly, but the name servers take time to update. Speaking of, I have to switch mine over to the new server.

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How much time does it take to register a domain name?

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Kind of an odd question given the advertising in your sig link.

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Hosting for $3.95, (yearly and bi-yearly plans)
300GB space
3000GB Transfers
Free domain on yearly plan
Unlimited ftp accs, mysql dtbs, subdomians etc


Signup took about 2 mins for me, just basic details and payment. Setup was almost instant.


I got my domain at fxdomains.com, the signup was kinda lengthy (6-8 mins) going through some pages with lots of offers. Domain was ready almost instantly after signup

So I guess you can have a domain and website in less than 15 mins these days.

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This doesn't have anything to do with game development.

Try godaddy.com, I've been with them for awhile and you should have everything you need within 24 hours. The domain nearly instantly, but the name servers take time to update. Speaking of, I have to switch mine over to the new server.

I have been using godaddy for a few years now, for both hosting and domain registration, and have been very satisfied with their service. About once every 6 months they give me a call just to see if they can do anything for me and pitch any new discounts they offer. Makes me feel important...

The few Domains that I have reg'ed with them have taken an average of about 4-6 hours I suppose.

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Well it depends on site buddy ...may b one day may be one year......

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There is no constant time for domain registration.It varies from provider to provider.It depends upon the extension you choosing.It may takes one day or a week.To register a domain visit the site . Here,you can register your domain at low cost and get free hosting,E-mail,domain locking etc.If you register 5 or more domains get FREE Private Registration.

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About once every 6 months they give me a call just to see if they can do anything for me and pitch any new discounts they offer.

goddady never calls me... now i dont feel important...

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