How to Register an Anonymous Domain
The First Amendment of the United States Constitution allows citizens freedom of ideas and expression. This extends to their use of and communications on the Internet. Unfortunately, many website owners do not feel comfortable stating how they really feel because the information on their website or in their domain name could reveal their identity. Luckily, many domain hosts are now offering customers the opportunity to purchase anonymous domain names. Although the host will possess your information and can be compelled to release it to law enforcement, you are guaranteed privacy from other Internet users and from spam-mailing companies.
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Select a domain host that specializes in anonymous domains. Some of these include Anonymous Speech, Silent Register and a division of GoDaddy.com called Domains by Proxy Inc.
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Register with your chosen host and choose your domain name. The process for this varies by the host that you select, so follow its specific directions. Think of a domain name that describes the purpose of your website without giving away your personal details.
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Pay for your domain. Most hosts accept major credit cards. Remember to maintain your monthly or yearly payments so that your ownership of the domain does not lapse.
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Tips & Warnings
Go for reasonable prices in the range $16 - $ 25 for .com and other popular names.
Cheap prices like $1.99 will result in some unpleasant surprises later on.
Don't go for GoDaddy private domains. They are not private and not less expensive.
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