Changing a Domain Name

**VPWhat** · #1 (**permalink**) 21-06-2009, 20:42

If a mistake is made during the purchase of a domain name, is it possible to change that domain and fix the problem after the purchase? Is there a period during which this may be possible?

**Ryan** · #2 (**permalink**) 22-06-2009, 12:17

Once a domain is registered, there is no way you can change that domain for another one. You will need to register a new domain name if you purchase a wrong one by mistake and do not wish to use it.

**VPWhat** · #3 (**permalink**) 22-06-2009, 15:32

Ok thank you. What of changing the information of the registered holder (the info that appears as the whois). Can that be changed? People transfer domains and sell them so that could be updated couldn't it?

**paul** · #4 (**permalink**) 22-06-2009, 15:55

You can't change the domain name and fix the problem but you can try out contacting your registrar to cancel that domain name. I am not sure about other registrar but if the domain is registered with godaddy you can cancel the registrations and request for refund before 5 days.

**Ryan** · #5 (**permalink**) 22-06-2009, 16:54

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Originally Posted by VPWhat

Ok thank you. What of changing the information of the registered holder (the info that appears as the whois). Can that be changed? People transfer domains and sell them so that could be updated couldn't it?

Yes, the information of the registered holder which appears in the Whois can be changed. You will need to contact your current registrar and request the change in your domain name information.

**cranzi** · #6 (**permalink**) 22-06-2009, 18:11

Yep, just not the actual domain name. Did you do a typo or something? I have seen that happen a couple times before and it always makes me antsy, I will sit and wait before I hit the submit button just to make sure what I typed is what I want.

**GalaxyMan** · #7 (**permalink**) 22-06-2009, 22:02

As the others said, I don't think it's possible to change a domain once it's been purchased but the Whois can indeed be changed. If you bought it off someone once it's transferred into your account you should be able to change it or if you bought it using your account and typed in outdated or incorrect information you should be able to edit it. Check out the help section of your registrar's website if you can't figure out how to do it as it should give you step by step instructions.

**VPWhat** · #8 (**permalink**) 24-06-2009, 16:44

Ah, thank you! Yes I typoed-this is why you should never buy a domain after a visit to the pub

I was unaware till I read here that I could cancel-and have now done so. The refund won't be through for a little while but I have now purchased the correct domain.

**Sara1212** · #9 (**permalink**) 01-07-2009, 22:34

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Originally Posted by VPWhat

If a mistake is made during the purchase of a domain name, is it possible to change that domain and fix the problem after the purchase? Is there a period during which this may be possible?

This happened to me with Godaddy.com. They wouldn't take the domain back and give me the one I really wanted but mispelled because apparently, "Domains are not used until sold and once they are sold, they are never bought back and/ or resold, unless they have expired."

Recently, Godaddy released a press statement saying tat they do not house expired domains, even though it is legal.

Hope that helps

**haggis** · #10 (**permalink**) 02-07-2009, 14:48

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Originally Posted by VPWhat

Ah, thank you! Yes I typoed-this is why you should never buy a domain after a visit to the pub

I was unaware till I read here that I could cancel-and have now done so. The refund won't be through for a little while but I have now purchased the correct domain.

Good to know you were able to get it canceled. Just FYI, but I think that before long, registrars will no longer allow domain cancellations. If I remember correctly, ICANN has changed their policy regarding the grace period and all domain registrations are final and can neither be canceled nor refunded — at least, that's what NameCheap (my registrar) tells me.

**cranzi** · #11 (**permalink**) 02-07-2009, 20:11

I had an issue a long time ago when instead of a typo, the computer fully froze. Those lovely times when you are like "HUH" and then continue typing. I ended up typing something stupid and tab entered, and poof I had a domain for a year that was full on worthless.

**VPWhat** · #12 (**permalink**) 02-07-2009, 22:37

I wonder why it is that they would want to take this facility away. I realise that it is a little more work for the registra, but ultimately it leads to customer satisfaction.

**paul** · #13 (**permalink**) 03-07-2009, 09:11

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Originally Posted by VPWhat

I wonder why it is that they would want to take this facility away. I realise that it is a little more work for the registra, but ultimately it leads to customer satisfaction.

Actually it is to avoid 'domain testing' because some people register domain names just to check values through multiple variable to know the traffic and earn money through PPC by parking it for 5 days and then ask for refund.

**VPWhat** · #14 (**permalink**) 04-07-2009, 00:56

So once again, people have misused a genuinely useful loophole and left us in the situation where we are about to lose said, useful facility. This is a shame, thank you for clarifying.

**Buldog** · #15 (**permalink**) 04-07-2009, 08:53

Well, it's maybe a good thing to have a missed typed domain name because once you also buy a correct name you can redirect traffic from mistyped to correct one which will host the web site. This is a know Search Engine Optimization technique.

**paul** · #16 (**permalink**) 12-07-2009, 04:35

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Originally Posted by Buldog

Well, it's maybe a good thing to have a missed typed domain name because once you also buy a correct name you can redirect traffic from mistyped to correct one which will host the web site. This is a know Search Engine Optimization technique.

That's a good idea especially if you've a well-known website.

**Paul_S** · #17 (**permalink**) 24-07-2009, 22:26

I have it on good authority that a certain train company missed out a 't' when buying a certain domain name. The purchased domain insinuated that it rained in the south east...

**sowmiya** · #18 (**permalink**) 08-08-2009, 05:50

Well,

each & every company should have their own domain name. But before register & buy the domain name we can check the availability of the domain name & as well as the extension as .com .edu .org .in .co.in etc.

**Catherine** · #19 (**permalink**) 08-08-2009, 23:48

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Originally Posted by sowmiya

Well,

each & every company should have their own domain name. But before register & buy the domain name we can check the availability of the domain name & as well as the extension as .com .edu .org .in .co.in etc.

Certainly, it is possible to check the availability of the domain name if you wish to register it. EUKhost.com also provides the service to check the domain availability here.

**walterburke** · #20 (**permalink**) 14-10-2009, 19:46

You can not modify your domain name information after your domain is registered.

In the agreement, you agree not to make any changes to Your domain name record without our prior approval. They may not allow You to make changes to such domain name record until they are directed to do so by the judicial or administrative body.

Still try contacting them.

Regards
Walter