There are so many registars for Domain Names.

They all have to abide by the ICANN regulations, so in that regard you are fairly safe. The only point I would raise is the observation from the previous page.

"Be careful when a free internet domain name is included with a hosting package. Make sure the internet domain name is being registered to YOU. We mean the WHOIS registration. If YOUR information isn't in the WHOIS registration then you don’t own or control that domain name, even if you paid for it."

One other point to consider is Domain Name Management. It is far easier to manage your domains, especially if you have a few, through one registrar.

Can you imagine changing your webhost and having to redirect all your domains at diifernt registrars? What a nightmare.

What about domain renewal time? What a hassle.

Price is certainly the primary choice factor. One other point to consider is features they may offer. I found that the people at

offer a Free "WhoisGaurd" Cover. That will stop anyone from seeing who owns the Domain Name. I like it! 

So, we recommend purchasing a domain name from

It makes sense to have them all registered at one place, it certainly makes management easier. After you register your domain name all you need to do is point your DNS to your hosting company. If you aren't sure how to change that a tutorial is available at Hostgator.