Register.com

Register.com is a domain name registrar and web services company established in 1994, making it one of the oldest accredited ICANN registrars. It capitalized on the internet boom by offering domain registration and accompanying services. Over the years, Register.com has evolved its product suite to include web hosting, a drag-and-drop website builder, SSL certificates, professional email (via Microsoft 365), SEO tools, and online marketing solutions. The company also offers a 'Domain Plus' bundle for small businesses. In 2014, Register.com was acquired by Web.com Group, Inc. for approximately $135 million. Subsequently, in 2019, Web.com itself was acquired by Newfold Digital (formerly Endurance International Group), a portfolio company of Clearlake Capital. This created a conglomerate of web hosting and domain brands including Bluehost, HostGator, and Register.com. The platform targets small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and individual entrepreneurs looking for an all-in-one solution to establish an online presence. Despite increased competition from companies like GoDaddy and Namecheap, Register.com maintains a strong brand recognition and a substantial customer base, as evidenced by its global traffic rank of #2,650. Technologically, Register.com leverages Cloudflare's CDN for performance and security, and Microsoft 365 for email services. The site is not easily accessible to automated crawlers, suggesting some bot protection. As of 2025, Register.com continues to operate as a brand under Newfold Digital, offering reliable service for basic domain and hosting needs. The company provides 24/7 customer support via phone and chat, domain privacy protection, domain forwarding, and a marketplace for premium domains. Its website builder includes templates and e-commerce functionality. The platform supports over 200 country-code top-level domains and new generic TLDs. Security features include free DNSSEC and two-factor authentication. Despite its longevity, Register.com has faced challenges from modern competitors, but its decades-long history and substantial customer base ensure its continued relevance.