.NAME Domain Registration — What You Get
.name is an ICANN generic top-level domain run by VeriSign Information Services, Inc. delegated in 2001 in the first new-gTLD round. Like the rest of that programme it is sold on a first-come, first-served basis to any registrant. The registry’s published restriction note: Open TLD; any person or entity is permitted to register; however, registrations may be challenged later if they are not by individuals (or the owners of fiction.
The technical rules are the standard gTLD set: 2 to 63 characters, 1 to 10 year terms, DNSSEC support. Premium words — short or dictionary labels — price above the standard rate and are quoted upfront.
Who Can Register a .name Domain Name
Anyone can register a ..name name unless the registry states otherwise; the published note for this extension reads: “Open TLD; any person or entity is permitted to register; however, registrations may be challenged later if they are not by individuals (or the owners of fiction”. Where no rule applies, the first completed order wins.
Accuracy is the enforced part: registrant data must be correct and reachable, because expiries and transfers are confirmed by email.
What a .name Domain Is Used For
The registry’s stated market for .name is direct: individuals, by name. In practice an Indian buyer reads the label the same way — an open label under ICANN rules — the meaning is the name.
Names that read naturally: everyday.name, openname.name, genericlab.name, everyday.name or yourbrand.name.
.NAME Domain Registration Plans & Pricing (INR)
A .{t} term runs 1 to 10 years and renews in the same blocks at the renewal price (₹{ren} a year for this extension), not at a first-year rate. The listed figures are ₹885 a year to register and ₹1,114 to renew, taken on 4 November 2026, before 18% GST. Premium dictionary words quote separately.
| TLD | Registration (₹/yr) | Renewal (₹/yr) | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| .name | ₹885 | ₹1,114 | other names | Register |
| .com | ₹1,380 | ₹1,480 | Global default, brand names | Register |
| .in | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | Indian identity | Register |
| .co.in | ₹809 | ₹877 | Indian corporate second level | Register |
WebJi billing prices, read on 4 November 2026 — the renewal column is what the second and later years cost, before 18% GST.
.NAME Renewal, Transfer and Expiry Rules
A ..name term runs 1 to 10 years and renews in the same blocks at the renewal price (₹1,114 a year for this extension), not at a first-year rate. Renewal reminders go to the registrant email, so auto-renew is the safe setting.
Transfers use an authorisation code from the losing registrar, and a completed transfer adds a year to the term. After expiry the standard gTLD lifecycle applies: an auto-renew grace window, a redemption period with a recovery fee, then pending delete before the name returns to the open market.
.name vs .com and .in for an Indian Business
The extension is not a ranking factor: ..name, .com and .in compete on content and links. Choose .com (₹1,380/year) for the global default, .in (₹1,000/year) for the Indian identity, and ..name (₹885/year) for an open label under ICANN rules — the meaning is the name.
How to Register a .name Domain with WebJi
Registration is one order: search the name in the box on this page, pick a term, pay in INR, and the registry entry is created with the contacts you supply.
- Search your name — the box above checks it live against the registry.
- Enter registrant details exactly as they should appear in WHOIS, and apply privacy where the registry permits it.
- Choose a term from 1 to 10 years and pay in INR; the GST invoice is issued at once.
- Point the nameservers at your host and allow a few hours for DNS propagation.
- Turn on auto-renew so renewal never depends on an unread email.
Why WebJi for .NAME Domain Registration
- Selling domains since 2005, with the same team handling registry rules and renewals today.
- 12,000+ clients across India and overseas keep their domains at WebJi®.
- 24/7 email support in Hindi and English at support@webji.services, average first reply under 60 minutes.
- INR pricing with a GST invoice on every order, payable by UPI, card or net-banking.
- Free migration of an existing site or DNS, subject to terms and approval. Our registered office is in Jaipur; there is no walk-in branch elsewhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a .name domain cost in India?
The listed figures are ₹885 a year to register and ₹1,114 to renew, taken on 4 November 2026, before 18% GST. Premium dictionary words quote separately.
Who can register a .name domain?
Any person or organisation in any country. The zone is unrestricted; the intended-use reading is guidance, not a rule.
Does .name include WHOIS privacy?
A privacy proxy is offered on this extension wherever the registry allows it; the option is confirmed at checkout rather than assumed.
How do I transfer a .name domain to WebJi®?
Ask the losing registrar for the auth code, then transfer here; the 60-day post-registration lock applies, and a completed move adds a year to the term.
Why does the .name renewal cost more than the first year?
Renewal lists at ₹1,114 against the ₹885 first-year price, both before 18% GST; the gap is the standard first-year pricing, not a surprise fee.
What is .name used for?
The registry positions it as: individuals, by name. For an Indian buyer the practical reading is an open label under ICANN rules — the meaning is the name.