How to Purchase and Register a Domain Name with Zibster
Overview
You can purchase and register a new domain name directly through your Zibster account without using a third-party domain provider. After registration, Zibster will connect the domain to your website, activate SSL security, and configure Google reCAPTCHA for spam protection.
Your domain registration will automatically renew each year to help prevent interruptions to your website. This guide explains how to purchase the domain registration service, search for an available domain name, and complete the registration process.
Supported Domain Extensions
Zibster currently offers new domain registrations with the following extensions:
- .COM
- .NET
- .INFO
- .BIZ
- .ORG
Important Information Before You Purchase
Domain registration purchases are non-refundable after the domain has been successfully registered. Carefully review the spelling of the complete domain name before submitting the registration.
Domain names are registered on a first-come, first-served basis. A domain that appears available may be registered by someone else until you complete the registration process.
Domain names cannot be renamed or edited after registration. To use a different domain name, you must register a new domain.
If you already own a domain through another provider and want Zibster to manage its registration, see How to Transfer Your Domain to Zibster instead.
STEP ONE
Log in to your Zibster account and click PREMIUM UPGRADES in the left-side menu.
This section displays the additional services and upgrades available for your Zibster account.
STEP TWO
Click DOMAIN NAME to open the domain registration options.
This is where you can purchase the domain registration service required to register a new domain through Zibster.
STEP THREE
Click the Buy Now button to purchase a domain registration and complete the checkout process.
After the purchase is complete, a confirmation message will appear with a REGISTER YOUR DOMAIN link. Click this link to continue directly to the domain registration process.
New Zibster customers may be required to contact Zibster Support to verify their account before registering a domain. Call 844.353.3412 during Zibster Support Hours if verification is required.
STEP FOUR
If you did not use the REGISTER YOUR DOMAIN link in the confirmation message, click DOMAINS in the left-side menu of your Zibster account.
Click REGISTER DOMAIN to begin searching for a new domain name.
STEP FIVE
Enter the complete domain name you want to register, including the extension, and run the search.
For example:
yourbusinessname.com
Zibster will indicate whether the domain is currently available. If the domain is unavailable, search for another name or try a different supported extension until you find an available option.
An available domain can still be registered by someone else until you complete the registration process.
FINAL STEP
Choose the available domain you want to register and carefully review the complete domain name for spelling errors.
Confirm that your name and business contact information are correct, agree to the domain registration terms, and click REGISTER.
After registration is complete, the new domain will appear in the DOMAINS section of your Zibster account. Zibster will begin connecting the domain to your website and configuring the required security settings.
What Happens After Registration?
After your new domain is registered, Zibster will:
- Connect the domain to your Zibster website
- Activate an SSL certificate for a secure HTTPS connection
- Enable Google reCAPTCHA to help protect your website from spam
- Automatically renew the domain registration each year using the billing method saved to your account
Your domain and its security settings may not become active everywhere immediately. Domain updates can take time to process across internet service providers and networks.
Domain Ownership and Privacy
The domain will be registered in your name so that you remain the domain owner.
Your personal contact information will be protected and will not be publicly displayed in the WHOIS directory.
Keep the contact and billing information in your Zibster account current. An expired or declined payment method may prevent the domain registration from renewing successfully.
Helpful Domain Selection Tips
Choose a domain name that is:
- Easy for clients to spell and remember
- Closely connected to your business or brand name
- Short enough to type without mistakes
- Free of unnecessary numbers, hyphens, or unusual abbreviations
Before registering the domain, read the complete name carefully and verify that every word is spelled correctly. A registered domain cannot be renamed or edited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change the domain name after registering it?
No. A registered domain name cannot be renamed or edited. You must purchase and register a new domain if you want to use a different name.
Can I receive a refund if I register the wrong domain?
Domain registration purchases are non-refundable after the domain has been successfully registered. Review the spelling carefully before clicking REGISTER.
What happens if my preferred domain is unavailable?
Search for another variation of the name or use a different supported domain extension. Zibster can only register domain names that are currently available.
Will my domain renew automatically?
Yes. Zibster will automatically renew the domain registration each year using the billing method saved to your account. Keep your billing information current to avoid an interruption.
How long does it take for the domain to start working?
Zibster will begin connecting the domain and configuring its security settings after registration. Domain and network updates can take time to process, so the domain may not become available everywhere immediately.
