Does .com really matter anymore?

winright007 · 2009-08-14, 11:44 AM

Does it really matter if you register your domain with .com anymore? Do you think it makes a difference if you use .info, .us, etc...

Wazza · 2009-08-14, 05:11 PM

LD · 2009-08-17, 09:29 AM

Dot coms are more valuable when buying or selling the domain, and they probably get more type ins. What are some other reasons they are preferred?

InfoGuy · 2009-08-17, 09:50 AM

Some factors with varying degrees of benefits include:

better SERPs for organic traffic
more repeat visits
more professional appearance (which could affect the number of inbound links)
better liquidity and resale value

Simon · 2009-08-17, 10:52 AM

Also, you don't wind up looking like you're trying to infringe on someone who's developed the site currently on the .com version of the name. You know, the one that wasn't available when you wanted to see if you could register it? Even if you developed WinRight.info or .us first, the site that eventually opened at WinRight.com would always be perceived as the first and the more serious since it has a .com address.

HowlingWulf · 2009-08-17, 11:22 AM

Plus I really don't want to trade links with a .biz, .org, country code, etc. as they tend not to be 'serious' and I find the owners tend to let them expire. .com is where it's at. Even .net is a distant cousin.

Pagan · 2009-08-17, 10:05 PM

There are some country codes I will accept, but... .com is always the best way to go.

MeatPounder · 2009-08-17, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pagan

There are some country codes I will accept, but... .com is always the best way to go.

Hell I've been known to even accept .au

2009-08-14, 11:44 AM	#1
winright007 WHO IS FONZY!?! Don't they teach you anything at school? Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 46	Does .com really matter anymore? Does it really matter if you register your domain with .com anymore? Do you think it makes a difference if you use .info, .us, etc...

2009-08-14, 05:11 PM	#2
Wazza I'm a jaded evil bastard, I wouldn't piss on myself if I was on fire... Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 808	Yes __________________ I sale Internet My sites have no traffic and no PR - let's trade - PM me

2009-08-17, 09:29 AM	#3
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2009-08-17, 09:50 AM	#4
InfoGuy I want to set the record straight - I thought the cop was a prostitute Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 297	Some factors with varying degrees of benefits include: better SERPs for organic traffic more repeat visits more professional appearance (which could affect the number of inbound links) better liquidity and resale value __________________ Free Speech Coalition \| Boycott .XXX / ICM Registry

2009-08-17, 10:52 AM	#5
Simon That which does not kill us, will try, try again. Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Conch Republic Posts: 5,150	Also, you don't wind up looking like you're trying to infringe on someone who's developed the site currently on the .com version of the name. You know, the one that wasn't available when you wanted to see if you could register it? Even if you developed WinRight.info or .us first, the site that eventually opened at WinRight.com would always be perceived as the first and the more serious since it has a .com address. __________________ "If you're happy and you know it, think again." -- Guru Pitka

2009-08-17, 11:22 AM	#6
HowlingWulf Me fail English? That's unpossible! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: FL Posts: 1,381	Plus I really don't want to trade links with a .biz, .org, country code, etc. as they tend not to be 'serious' and I find the owners tend to let them expire. .com is where it's at. Even .net is a distant cousin. __________________ WordPress Porn directory theme => Maddos Create a Porn Tube => Video Pornster

2009-08-17, 10:05 PM	#7
Pagan Perverted Empress Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Finland Posts: 4,689	There are some country codes I will accept, but... .com is always the best way to go. __________________ So, who sprinkled all that Bitchy dust?