Namecheapx.com UDRP: Namesilo threatened with “retaliation”
In 2020, the registrant of the domain name Namecheapx.com received a C&D notice from Namecheap, sent via the domain’s previous registrar, Namesilo. The domain was suspended and in the process, the registrant threatened to retaliate against Namesilo, after building a web site passing off as Namecheap. Later on, the domain was unsuspended and subsequently, it […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Namecheap released its Domain Insights and Trends Report – 2023 edition
Namecheap, the world’s second-largest domain registrar, unveiled its highly anticipated “2023 Domain Insights and Trends Report.” This comprehensive and insightful report offers a deep exploration into the dynamic and ever-changing domain name landscape, making it an invaluable resource for businesses navigating the digital sphere. In today’s rapidly expanding online world, being well-informed about domain trends […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Namecheap auctions: Two upcoming steps to end domain auction shill bids
Domain auctions at Namecheap attract a lot of bidders; as a popular domain registrar, its expired domain auctions represent native registrations that expired. The auctions can attract a lot of deadbeat bidders, who end up winning but not paying. Until now, the 2nd place bidder had the opportunity to step in and pay for the […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Namecheap: Here’s a chance to win up to $50,000 dollars!
Namecheap supports the 2023 .ORG Impact Awards, offering applicants to win up to $50,000 dollars! Introduced five years ago, the .ORG Impact Awards aims to recognize and support organizations that have made significant contributions in the charitable sector. Namecheap strongly encourages all NGOs and non-profits that are making a positive impact to submit their applications […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Namecheapos: Onslaught of .bio domains spamming our mailboxes
An onslaught of fresh domain name registrations focusing on the .bio gTLD are using Namecheap as the registrar of choice. Currently offering $1.98 registrations of .bio domains, the low price is being abused at Namecheap by spammers that are promoting drones, sexual enhancements, portable wi-fi routers and “smarter backpacks” from dubious sources. Here are some […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Namecheap: Phishing emails are not the result of a breached system
Holders of Metamask accounts received phishing emails relayed via Namecheap, that were technically legitimate. These emails did not originate at Namecheap, however, as the hacking utilized API keys linked to Sendgrid, a third party mailing application. By using these API keys, hackers were able to fake these emails in a (technically) convincing way, bypassing filters […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Spaceship.com: Rocket by Namecheap launched
Twitter broke yesterday thanks to rocketman genius, Elon Musk, all while Namecheap successfully launched its own rocket, Spaceship.com. The fun domain isn’t about space, zero gravity, or the exoplanets, so it doesn’t compete with SpaceX: It’s about domain names, web hosting, and secure email. Spaceship.com outlined its services in four separate categories: Spacemail: Choose from […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Drug domains: Homeland Security Investigations seized illegal drug marketplace
The US Homeland Security Investigations department (HSI) has seized a number of domain names that operated illegal drug marketplaces, including synthetic hallucinogenics. The domain seizure announcement was posted on the following domain names: 1cplsd.com lizardlabs.eu rarechems.com synexsynthetics.com The following message appears: This domain has been seized by U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), in accordance with […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Crypto + Exchanges: Is NameCheap filtering domain registrations?
Most people believe that crypto is not regulated but that’s a delusion. Governing bodies in countries around the world have implemented a variety of controls, ranging from basic to ultra strict. In the case of domain registrations of a pair of popular terms, such as “crypto” and “exchange” the combination appears to be a no-go […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Find out the renewal cost of gTLDs using the Namecheap bulk transfer
Unlike .com, .net, and .org, pricing of gTLDs can vary as much as a rainbow spread. From a few bucks to thousands of dollars, gTLD domains can be pricey to acquire and/or renew. Such premium gTLD domains listed for sale at auctions often carry the renewal cost. For example, SAV auctions list the domain’s renewal […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.NameCheap hints of Spaceship.com acquisition and brand expansion
An ongoing discussion on Twitter unveiled some interesting news: NameCheap, the world’s second biggest domain registrar, might be rebranding as Spaceship. The matching domain name, Spaceship.com, has been secured. Interestingly, there are two existing trademark registrations and one pending application at the USPTO. Here’s what we found: Registration of the mark SPACESHIP, dated 2019: Domain […]
Copyright © 2024 DomainGang.com · All Rights Reserved.Poll: Was the 3% discount to GoDaddy DLS a smart move by NameCheap?
During 2021 NameCheap offered domain aftermarket buyers an unbeatable 3% discount on DLS inventory. Those who queried participating domains via NameCheap.com would see a price 3% lower than any other GoDaddy/Afternic DLS partner. The 3% discount at NameCheap benefited buyers, all while (presumably) sellers were not affected by this arbitrary pricing. Did you want to […]
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