By Paul Stefanski
A plethora of websites exists to register a domain name. Google'register domain names' and have a fun-filled time comparingprices. Though price is definitely a consideration when choosinga domain name registrar, it is also important to find aregistrar who offers private domain name registration.
Registering a domain name requires that the name, address, emailaddress and telephone number of the owner be provided. For anindividual this will be their home address information. Acompany will provide their main business address. Once thisinformation is provided, it is accessible by anyone doing aWHOIS search.
PROTECT YOURSELF!
Register privately. Private registration usually costs another$8 to $9 dollars on top of the cost of a regular registration. Anormal registration at some registrars can cost $15-$20.However, finding a registrar where the regular fee is less then$8 is relatively simple. Adding a private registration will makethe total cost back in the $15-$16 range. You might as well getthe most bang for your buck if you are going to shell out $15.
Once registered privately, all personal information is hidden. AWHOIS search will reveal the name and address of the third partycompany that is holding the private registration.
Private registration may not be as big a concern for companies.However, it can be very useful to individuals who desire to keeptheir personal and private information (address and telephonenumber) exactly that, personal and private.
Is it worth it to register privately? The answer to thatquestion depends on how much you value your own privacy. Forsome, registering privately is no big deal. For others, whoalready have had problems with hackers, spammers and the like, aprivate domain registration offers them additional security. Atthe very least, it is helpful to know that this option doesexist. Not all domain registrars offer this service, but it isgrowing in popularity.
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