Why .biz?
Why choose a .biz domain name?
The generic domain ending .biz was launched to respond to the progressive oversaturation of traditional domain endings like .com or .net. In the same spirit as other generic domain endings like .film or .hotel, .biz is aimed at bringing together those in a certain interest area: commerce. The "biz" shorthand for "business" is not just known in English, but is understood and used in a number of different languages.
Anyone can register a .biz domain name
Since it's open to everyone, businesses and private individuals, .biz is very easy to register. Not only that, but .biz is not so saturated and is only used by professionals in the commerce sector, which leaves you the freedom to use your imagination when choosing a domain name. Available from anywhere in the world, this domain ending is particularly useful for developing your e-commerce business.
The .biz domain ending is reliable, and easy to remember
You can reach a large audience around the world thanks to .biz, known to be reliable and easy to remember. This domain ending also helps with your ranking in search engines.
Rules and particularities of .biz domain names
2001
Related Contract
.BIZ with Gandi.net
Accreditation: Gandi has been accredited by NeuStar since August 2001
Number of domains registered by Gandi: over 10,000 .BIZ as of September 1st, 2010
Terms and conditions
Attribution: .BIZ domain names are open to everyone using it for bona fide business or commercial purposes.
Syntax: from 1 to 63 alphanumeric characters or a hyphen (excluding in the first and last place)
IDN: yes
Registration period: 1 to 10 years
Second-level extensions: non
Procedures
Renewal: domains are deactivated upon expiration. It is possible to renew up to 45 days following the expiration date
Disputes: UDRP (new window), RDRP (new window)
Change of registrar: You must begin the process at your new registrar. Be sure that you have the domain's auth code (which you must get from the former registrar), and that the domain's status is not "TransferProhibited". A confirmation e-mail will be sent (FOA) to the e-mail address of the current owner of the domain
Change of Ownership:available on our interface
Deletion process:quarantine of 30 days, see this table
Frequently Asked Questions
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