Domains hate vacations and weekends.
It's true.

And they never call in sick. All they want to do is work. So if your domain is just sitting around, give it some purpose. Google Apps and Name.com email are two easy, inexpensive ways to put your domain to use and expand your online presence.



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Get inspired: People are already making awesome .STUDIO websites
.STUDIO just hit General Availability last month, and it's already becoming a favorite domain for photographers and designers.
Head to the Name.com blog to see how creatives are using .STUDIO to reshape their online presence—it might be the inspiration you need for your own .STUDIO project.


The most popular New Domain in the world: .XYZ is on sale for just $5.99
It's easy to see why so many people and businesses have registered .XYZ domain names. .XYZ is short, familiar, and easy to remember, making it perfect for a new generation of domains. The beauty of .XYZ is that it can be used for absolutely anything—and right now registrations are just $5.99.

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We kinda love the internet.
OK, maybe that's stating the obvious. We're an online company, after all. But we love having so much stuff right at our fingertips, whether it's a platform for a new business idea or just a funny cat video.

We gathered up some of our Name.com colleagues to discuss our favorite things about the web, and we want you to join. Watch the video, and then Tweet with the hashtag #TheWebIsAwesomeBecause to tell us what you love about the interwebs.


This week's Happy Hour: $0.99 .COM and .NET
Our Bottoms Rupp Happy Hour is every Thursday from 3–5 p.m. MST. This Thursday it's $0.99 .COM and .NET registrations (limit one per customer). Bookmark the Happy Hour page and join us at 3 p.m. to get the promo code.


Domains just for Non-Governmental Organizations
Non-Governmental Organizations now have even more options for their domain names, thanks to .NGO and .ONG. They're bundled together, so if you register a .NGO, the matching .ONG is included free of charge (and vice versa).


Still one of the greats: .ORG
The choices for domain names keep expanding, but you can't forget the classics. .ORG remains an awesome choice for non-profits, organizations, clubs, and more. It's instantly recognizable, and has been the choice for non-profits for decades.

Your November promo code is filled with cheesy goodness
It's cheesy and noodly and perfect on a brisk fall day. It has nothing to do with domain names, but that's alright. Mix up a pot of MACANDCHEESE, because that's your November promo code. Use it at checkout for $10.25 .COM/.NET registrations and renewals.

.LINK is on sale for $6.99
Some New Domains improve your online presence by making it more specific, while others expand on your choices for a generic domain. .LINK is the latter: It's a term that everyone will recognize, and there's awesome availability. Best of all, .LINK registrations are on sale for $6.99 through Oct. 31, 2015.


Today's Happy Hour: $0.99 .BIO registrations
Our Bottoms Rupp Happy Hour is every Thursday from 3–5 p.m. MDT. Today's sale is $0.99 .BIO registrations, and later this month we're having a $0.99 sale on .NEWS, .VIDEO, and .SOCIAL. Bookmark the Happy Hour page to stay up to date on the latest sale.


$19.99 professional domains through the end of the year
A first name-last name domain is great for creating an online portfolio or forwarding to a professional network like LinkedIn. You can take it a step further by using a domain that specifies your profession, and .ATTORNEY, .VET, .ENGINEER, .DENTIST, .CONSULTING, .LAWYER, and .IMMOBILIEN are all just $19.99 through Dec. 31, 2015.

Your October promo code welcomes autumn
The leaves are changing, the air is getting crisp, and Halloween is around the corner. So in honor of the arrival of Fall, your October 2015 promo code is CARAMELAPPLE. Use it at checkout for $10.25 .COM/.NET registrations and renewals.

One week left for .SKI preorders
Itching for winter to arrive so you can shred/ride/etc.? Well here's something else to get excited about: .SKI is just one week away from general availability. Get your Preorder in now, because it drops on Sept. 8, 2015.
Lock down your .SKI domain


Get .NEWS for $9.99
.NEWS hasn't been available for long, but it has taken off fast. Some big brands—including Fortune 500 companies—have purchased .NEWS domains. Paramount and the L.A. Times are even forwarding .NEWS domains to specific landing pages.
www.name.com/domains/news


We've updated our bulk search page
Bulk search is usually bad. But now it's super good. We updated our bulk search page with new features and capabilities, so now you can do cool stuff like search by TLD categories and download your search to a .CSV file.
www.name.com/names


.CO: On sale through the end of the year
.CO is one of the very best options for a short, simple, and professional domain. Registrations are on sale for $10.99 through the end of the year, so it's a great time to register one for your small business or startup.
www.name.com/domains/co


Your September promo code is on the healthier side
Too many carbs in the last few promo codes. Lasagna, noodle, ramen … we needed a break. So this month your promo code is KALE. Use it for smoothies, salads, and $10.25 .COM/.NET registrations and renewals.
We're also about to reduce the price on nearly 5,000 Platinum Premium domain names. The price drop takes effect on Sept. 9—check out the Name.com blog for full details.

month your promo code is KALE. Use it for smoothies, salads, and $10.25 .COM/.NET registrations and renewals.

.ONLINE makes the web even bigger
.ONLINE is an awesome new option if you're looking for a generic domain. It works as an alternative to other gTLDs, or as the primary domain for online stores. It's currently available for EAP registrations and preorders, and standard registrations begin on Aug. 26.


Bottoms Rupp: $4.99 .BAND and .ROCKS
Do you have a website, blog, SoundCloud page, or Bandcamp profile for your music projects? .BAND and .ROCKS are two great choices for getting a custom domain to go with your site. And this Thursday new registrations are just $4.99.

The sale is only for two hours, from 3–5 p.m. MDT on Thursday, Aug. 20. Bookmark our Bottoms Rupp Happy Hour page and show up at 3 p.m. to get the promo code.

New Domain roundup
Here's the latest in New Domain news and releases:

• .LIVE and .STUDIO just became available for preorder. They'll be available for standard registrations on Oct. 28, 2015.
• .LOL domain names are a no-brainer for stand-up comedians, funny videos, memes, and anything else that makes you giggle. They're currently available for standard registration, and they're just $2.99.

This week, take 50% off .FORSALE, .SALE, and .MARKET premiums
Here's a chance to save big on premium registrations. .FORSALE, .SALE, and .MARKET premiums are 50% off through Monday, Aug. 10, 2015. Use the promo code FORSALE50 at checkout to get the discount.

How to connect your New Domain to a Tumblr site
So you've registered a domain. What comes next? With Name.com Apps, it's easy to connect your domain to a new website, and there are a ton of great free website builders at your fingertips. Here's a tutorial for connecting your domain to a Tumblr site.
www.name.com/blog/how-tos/tutorial-2/2015/07/how-to-get-a-website-for-your-new-domain/

Your August promo code is a spicy sauce
We're taking a break from naming promo codes after food. It's time for a change—a drastic one. Instead of food, the August 2015 promo code is named after … a condiment. Use the promo code SRIRACHA at checkout for $10.25 .COM and .NET registrations and renewals. The code is valid through Aug. 30, 2015.

Also, be on the lookout for .LOL registrations this month. It's currently available for preorder, and hits general availability on Aug. 11, 2015.

There's a two-hour window to get a $0.99 .COM or .NET.
And it's today, March 26, from 3–5 p.m. MDT. Use the promo code 99CENT and you can have one .COM or .NET registration for $0.99. We're limiting this to the first 1,000 registrations, so set a reminder on your phone or tie a string around your finger. See you at 3 p.m.!

www.name.com/happy-hour

Each Thursday from 3–5 p.m. MST we're going to have a super extra special sale. It's called Bottoms Rupp, in honor of your esteemed host, Name.com Account Manager John Rupp. He's going to pour himself a beer and then announce a promo code for big savings on domains, products, and services.
www.name.com/happy-hour


You can now use the Name.com website builder to create a secure online store and sell your products online! Online store templates look great on any device. You can build a catalog with unlimited products, accept payment from credit cards or PayPal, and manage your shipping and deliveries. It's available on the Business tier of website builder plans.

And BTW, did you know the website builder includes templates for specific businesses and professions, like dentists, lawyers, and restaurants?
www.name.com/website-builder

Your March promo code is easy as pi

Since this month will feature a five-digit pi day—3.14.15—your March 2015 retail promo code 31415. Use the promo code at checkout for $10.25 .COM and .NET registrations and renewals. Then multiply it by the diameter of a circle to find the circumference.

And this month, the code also works for a 25% discount on .SOCIAL and .REVIEWS registrations. The promo code is valid through March 31, 2015.
www.name.com/domain/search
promo code 31415

The start of a new year is the time make resolutions for the year to come. So in honor of all those New Year's Resolutions, your January 2015 promo code is RESOLVE. Use it at checkout for $10.25 .COM and .NET registrations and renewals. The promo code is valid through Jan. 31, 2015.