28797. What is a Domain Name?

A domain name is a user-friendly text replacement for an Internet Protocol Address (IPs). These addresses, and the Domain Names we assign to them, are used to identify computers on the Internet. Ideally, a Domain Name will reflect the name or function of the company that holds the name. Top

28798. Who can register a Domain Name?

Anyone who wants to establish a presence on the Web can register a Domain Name with Simplified Domains. Top

28799. Why should I register a Domain Name?

You will need a Domain Name to identify your Website to the rest of the world. If you don't have immediate plans for a Website, you may want to reserve the name of your choice before someone else does. Top

28800. How do I know if the Domain Name I want is taken?

You can check to see if a Domain Name has already been taken by going to the 'Whois' section on our Website. If the name is taken, it will let you know, and even provide some basic information about the entity holding the name. Top

28801. What is the difference between the Simplified Domains Alternative DNS and the legacy Domain Name system?

Simplified Domains DNS is the ONLY non-categorized naming system and an alternative domain name system. You do not need to classify your organization as one of a few Internet industry mandated types. Your name or phrase can stand on its own as an address. Top

28802. Why do I have to put a dot 3 characters from the end of the Domain Name?

From the beginning, Internet addresses have ended primarily in the same format, a dot and then 3 characters. Most domains in existence today end in either .com, .net, or .org. While we do create a wealth of new ways a domain name can end, we chose to keep the familiar format of three characters after the dot because it is a useful and recognized standard. Top

28803. How much does a Simplified Domain cost?

A subscription for a domain name from Simplified Domains is $75 per year. This price does not include hosting. That charge will be subject to the pricing schedule of your Host or ISP. Top

28804. How do I register a .COM, .US, .NET, .ORG or other top level Domain Names?

Since Simplified Domains does not handle these top level legacy domains, you will need to contact one of the hundreds of registrars for these TLD extensions. Top

28805. Is Simplified Domains an Internet domain registry or domain registrar?

Currently, in the beginning stages of Simplified Domains, we are both a registry and a registrar of domain names, however we are inviting current registrars of legacy domain name system to partner with Simplified Domains to register simplified domain names as well. Top

28806. Why can’t I buy this domain name that is currently not owned?

If the domain name resides in our trademark database, then there are legitimate trademark holders that the name will be reserved for. In order to purchase a trademarked name, you must call our support so we can set it up manually pending proof of the trademark. Top

28807. Who is Two Peas Consulting?

Two Peas Consulting LLC is the web innovator that owns the Simplified Domain system. Top