{"id":11048,"date":"2024-06-04T19:17:50","date_gmt":"2024-06-04T19:17:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/truehost.com\/support\/?p=9620"},"modified":"2024-06-07T11:41:02","modified_gmt":"2024-06-07T11:41:02","slug":"about-agency-domains-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.truehost.com\/support\/about-agency-domains-2\/","title":{"rendered":"About .agency Domains"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Imagine your business has a physical store. You&#8217;d want a clear sign with your name so people can find you, right?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A domain name works the same way but for the online world. It&#8217;s the unique address people type into their web browser to visit your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of it like this: &#8220;.com&#8221; used to be the only storefront sign option online. But now, there are new extensions like &#8220;.agency&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are specifically designed for businesses like marketing agencies, design studios, or PR firms. It acts like catchy signs that instantly tell people what kind of business you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A &#8220;.agency&#8221; domain is a special internet address that ends in &#8220;.agency&#8221; instead of the more common &#8220;.com&#8221;.&nbsp; Think of it like an address for your online business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the difference:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Traditional extensions like &#8220;.com&#8221; are very general and can be used by any kind of business. They&#8217;re like having a street address &#8211; it tells people where you are, but not necessarily what you do.<\/li><li>.agency domains are specific: They tell visitors to your website exactly what kind of business you run &#8211; an agency! It&#8217;s like having a storefront sign that says &#8220;Marketing Agency&#8221; or &#8220;Design Studio&#8221;.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;.agency&#8221; domains were designed to provide agencies with a more focused online presence. It helps them stand out and convey their services right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Registrations and costs:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>.agency domains are registered for one year and can be renewed annually. The registration fee varies depending on the registrar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Truehost offers this domain at a cheap price of $4.64 per year. Here are some other registrars that offer .agency domains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>GoDaddy<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.namecheap.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Namecheap<\/a><\/li><li>Google Domains<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to follow these guidelines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A domain length is between 1 and 63 characters long.<\/li><li>Allowed characters include: Letters (a-z), numbers (0-9), and hyphens (-) though not as the third and fourth characters.<\/li><li>Special characters (, &amp; or #) are not allowed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have registered your .agency domain, you will need to point it to your <a href=\"https:\/\/truehost.com\/support\/qualities-of-a-good-web-hosting-service-provider\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">web hosting provider<\/a>. This process is usually straightforward and can be done through your registrar&#8217;s control panel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additional costs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the registration fee, there are a few other costs that you may need to consider when setting up a .agency domain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Web hosting: You will need to purchase web hosting to store your website&#8217;s files and make it accessible on the internet. The cost of web hosting varies depending on the provider and the plan you choose.<\/li><li>Professional email: You may also want to purchase a professional email address that matches your domain name. This can help to create a more professional image for your business.<\/li><li>Domain protection: Hides your <a href=\"https:\/\/truehost.com\/support\/how-to-update-personal-information-from-the-client-area\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">personal information<\/a> from the public WHOIS database; it prevents spam and identity theft and costs extra.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transfers and Renewals:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>.agency domains can be transferred from one registrar to another. The transfer process usually takes a few days to complete.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need to contact your current registrar to initiate the transfer. At <a href=\"https:\/\/truehost.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Truehost<\/a> the transfers supported are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Transfer into Truehost from another host.<\/li><li>Transfer away from Truehost to another registrar.<\/li><li>From one account to another.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>.agency domains can be renewed for one year at a time. The renewal fee varies depending on the registrar. You will need to contact your registrar to renew your domain name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Refunds and cancellations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Domain registrations, including .agency domains, are generally not refundable once registered. The registration period is typically one year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This applies to most registrars. But there is a short period that refunds can be offered, please read the <a href=\"https:\/\/truehost.com\/refund-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">refund policy<\/a> for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cancellations mean that your service is suspended and becomes inaccessible. The best way to do it is to contact the support team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please keep in mind that the domain becomes available for anyone else to register. .agency domains are essential for building an online brand presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By choosing a .agency domain, agencies can differentiate themselves from competitors, create a memorable online identity, and build trust with potential clients.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are a marketing agency, design studio, or public relations firm, a .agency domain is an excellent investment that can help you grow your business online.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine your business has a physical store. You&#8217;d want a clear sign with your name so people can find you, right?&nbsp; A domain name works the same way but for the online world. It&#8217;s the unique address people type into their web browser to visit your website. 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