Idn - International Domain Names
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Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs)
What Are IDNs?
IDNs, or Internationalized Domain Names, are domain names that include characters beyond the standard letters and numbers. They allow for the use of alphabets with accents and non-Latin scripts, making domain names more accessible worldwide.
Examples of IDN Domains
- Chinese: ?'癌.com (meaning "cancer") ?" This domain is aimed at cancer-related content, although presented in English.
- Romanian: divorț.com ?" Focused on "divorce" topics in English.
- Polish: pieniądz.com ?" Relates to money or currency, also in English.
- Greek: βίβλος.com ?" Targeting books or bibles in English.
- Chinese .cn: 例子.cn ?" This represents "samples" in Chinese.
These domains are usually routed through parkingsite.com and can take several days to become active after keyword targeting.
Browser Compatibility
Currently, only modern browsers like Internet Explorer 7 and Firefox 2 directly support IDNs. Older versions, such as IE6, do not.
Supported TLDs and ccTLDs
Various domain extensions can be registered as IDNs, including:
- .com
- .net
- .tv
- .cc
- .jp (Japan)
- .cn (China)
- .de (Germany)
- .gr (Greece)
- .tw (Taiwan)
Registrar Support for IDNs
Not all domain registrars support IDN registration. Enom and Domainsite do, among others, so verify with your registrar before proceeding.
Choosing IDNs to Register
Apply the same strategies as with English domains: aim for high-traffic, high-value keywords. For multilingual terms with multiple variations, consider registering all versions to capture different types of traffic. For example, the word "girl" in Chinese has multiple variations:
- 女孩儿 (1,870,000 Google results)
- 姑娘 (4,460,000 Google results)
- 女孩子 (2,840,000 Google results)
Registering IDNs
If you’re fluent in a language, use your knowledge to find popular terms. Otherwise, translation software like logos.it can help you identify keywords across languages. For instance, translating "insurance" yields:
- Italian: assicurazione
- Spanish: seguro
- German: Versicherung
Registering involves converting foreign characters to Punycode. For example, the Russian word for "weasel" is ласка. Using an IDN converter tool, you obtain the Punycode "xn--80aa3ac5a" and apply the desired domain extension.
Should You Register .com or Country-Specific Domains?
It depends on the strength and popularity of the term in its local market. If budget permits, secure both the .com and the relevant country-code TLD.
The Future of IDNs
The market is not yet saturated, so opportunities exist. While not many IDNs generate income immediately, they hold long-term value as browser support expands.
For more insights, visit domain forums to connect with experts and explore further.
Conclusion
IDNs represent an exciting domain frontier. Though they may not yield instant returns, investing time in exploring and understanding them can prove rewarding in the future. If you have any questions, numerous experts in the domain community are available to assist.
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