What is Domain Name Backordering Watch Out For This One
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Understanding Domain Name Backordering: What You Need to Know
Summary
Domain names are the most sought-after real estate on the internet, which is why services like domain name backordering exist. But can someone really snatch your domain from under you? Let’s find out.
What is Domain Name Backordering?
Domain name backordering is a service that lets people reserve a domain name as soon as it becomes available for purchase. At first glance, this might not seem concerning, but it can pose significant risks.
How It Works
Many companies use this service to target popular domain names. Imagine you accidentally forget to renew yours while on vacation?"another company on the opposite side of the globe could backorder your domain. By the time you return, someone else might own it simply because you missed the renewal.
Legal Protection
Unless you own a Canadian domain protected by CIRA or have a trademark on your domain name, recovering it can be challenging. It might take months to prove in court that you forgot to renew your address.
Should Domain Backordering Be Allowed?
Opinions differ on this. Some argue that it should be allowed because thousands of domains go unrenewed every month. However, some lapses are unintentional. To avoid such issues, it's wise to renew your domain for at least five years. Google reportedly checks the WHOIS database to assess a website’s credibility based on how long its domain is registered.
My Take
I believe domain backordering should not be permitted. Like a patent, you should have up to a year to reclaim your domain unless you transfer it. This approach would reduce domain theft and errors from forgotten renewals.
Protecting Your Online Property
Your domain name is a crucial asset, as vital as your business name. It connects your offline presence to the online world. You wouldn’t want potential clients to find a different company at your web address, would you?
Be Cautious
Be careful when sharing access information to your domain. Only trust it with individuals within your inner circle.
I hope this article helps you understand the importance of securing your domain name.
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