A domain is part of a unique web address that enables access to a website. It consists of an individual domain name and a domain extension such as .com or .de and serves as an identifier on the internet.

Can I buy a domain forever?

No, a domain is only ever registered for a limited period of time. The registration usually runs for one year , after which you have to renew it. As a world4you customer, however, you don't need to worry thanks to the automatic renewal (auto-renewal). Your contract is automatically renewed every year, unless you consciously decide not to. So you can be sure that nobody can take your domain name away from you.

Can I register a domain with umlauts or numbers?

Yes, this is generally possible. However, not all domains support digits and umlauts. To find out whether the domain extension you want allows umlauts or numbers, simply use the world4you domain check .

Why are there so many domain extensions?

Since 1998, world4you has been continuously expanding its range of domain endings in order to meet the growing demand and diverse requirements. In addition to the established and popular endings such as .at , .com and eu , new top-level domains (TLDs) are regularly registered that are specifically tailored to different industries, geographical regions or special interests. These include endings such as .shop , .tech or .blog , which can help you to present your online project in an even more targeted way.

What should I look out for when choosing a domain extension?

Choosing a special domain extension gives you the opportunity to make your website unique and clearly stand out in your industry. A well-thought-out domain can increase the visibility of your site and build trust with visitors. Many companies also choose to secure multiple variants of their domain extension to protect their brand name and ensure that customers can easily reach them via different addresses. This also helps to strengthen brand identity and reduces the risk of similar domains being used by others. Find out more about which domain extensions are particularly popular in the world4you blog.

Can I change my domain name at a later date?

No , unfortunately it is not possible to change your domain name at a later date. As soon as you have completed your order, we will send your details and the invoice amount to the registry, which will register your domain for one year. If you have discovered an error during the registration process, you can cancel your current domain and register a new one. If the incorrectly registered domain is your main domain, you can register a new domain and then exchange the two domains. You can find detailed instructions here .

Available domain names

Domain search at world4you

Is the domain name you want for your new website still available? Use the world4you domain check to find out whether your dream domain is still free.

Is your dream domain name still available?

Do you already know under which domain name your new website should be found or are you still searching? The world4you domain check helps you to search whether the domain you want is still available. Please note the following tips:

Domain name: short and sweet

Choose a domain name that is as easy to write and pronounce and that best represents the content on your website. Decide on a name that you are happy with in the long term and can build a sustainable brand.

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TLDs: find suitable extensions

The TLD (top-level domain) is the extension of your internet address. Depending on the content of your website, you can use variants of country TLDs (e.g. .at for Austria) or get creative with new TLDs.

Hosting: necessary web space

If you need web space (= storage space for your website) in addition to the domain registration, you will find affordable web hosting offers at world4you - our customer support is always available to answer your questions.

Domain search: Find your dream name

If your dream domain name is no longer available, it's time to get creative. Test synonyms and different TLDs to find the Internet address you want to be successful on the web in the long term.

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Brand strategy: think long-term

Note that there are protected brand names and you should clearly distinguish yourself from other companies, brands or websites. Important: Even slight variations of well-known brand names can have legal consequences!