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GoDaddy vs NameSilo
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- Wide selection of over 500 TLDs
- Intuitive domain management dashboard
- 24/7 customer support via phone, chat, and text
- Integrated services for email, hosting, and security
- Bulk tools for domain portfolio management
- Developer-friendly features (API access, DNS control)
- Affordable and competitive prices
- Advanced security and protection features
- Supportive and excellent customer support
- High renewal prices after first year
- Excessive upsells during checkout
- Basic site builder lacks customization flexibility
- Advanced security features cost extra
- Inconsistent support quality for complex issues
- Less various add-on options than other domain registrars
Founded in 1997, GoDaddy has evolved into a leading domain registrar, managing over 82 million domains for more than 20 million customers globally. Beyond domain registration, GoDaddy offers a comprehensive suite of services, including web hosting, website building tools, professional email, SSL certificates, and online marketing solutions. A notable feature is GoDaddy Airo™, an AI-powered tool designed to assist users in generating business names, logos, and website content, streamlining the process of establishing an online presence. The platform supports a vast array of domain extensions, from popular TLDs like .com and .net to numerous country-code and specialty options. Each domain registration includes free domain privacy protection, safeguarding users’ personal information in the public WHOIS directory. GoDaddy emphasizes customer support, offering 24/7 assistance via phone and live chat, complemented by an extensive knowledge base and community forums. While GoDaddy’s initial pricing is competitive, potential customers should be aware of higher renewal rates and upselling practices. Despite some criticisms, GoDaddy’s robust infrastructure, user-friendly tools, and comprehensive service offerings make them a compelling choice for individuals and businesses aiming to establish a strong online presence. For a deeper dive into pricing, features, and comparisons with competitors, read our full review.
Founded in 2010 and based in Phoenix, Arizona, this domain registrar delivers a simple yet powerful platform for registering and managing domains. They specialize in offering clear pricing, free WHOIS privacy on supported extensions, and robust tools like DNS controls, forwarding options, and bulk-management features. Their focus suits both beginners taking their first step online and experienced users handling large domain portfolios. With ICANN accreditation and a mission built around value and ease-of-use, they offer services that stand out in a crowded market. While customer feedback highlights strengths in pricing and feature-set, diving deeper into our review will reveal the whole picture: what works, what doesn’t, and when this provider might be the right choice for your domain strategy.
- BBB Rating : A
- Renewal Price (.com) : $21.99/year
- Bulk Management Tools : Available
- Starting Price (.com) : $0.01/year (1st-year promo, requires 3-year commitment)
- Marketplace : Available (GoDaddy Auctions®)
- Customer Experience : Fair
- WHOIS Privacy : Free for life (on eligible domains)
- Number of TLDs : Over 500 available
- Money-Back Guarantee : 5 days for domains; 30 days for hosting/annual plans
- BBB Rating : 1 Year
- Renewal Price (.com) : $9.95
- Bulk Management Tools : Free WHOIS privacy and protection
- Starting Price (.com) : $9.95
- WHOIS Privacy : "True"
- Marketplace : "True"
- Number of TLDs : "True"
- AI-powered domain name generator, Airo™
- Largest domain auction platform in the world
- Discount Domain Club with up to 60% savings
- Premium DNS with 100% uptime SLA and DDoS protection
- Free WHOIS privacy included by default on most domains
- Affordable and competitive prices
- Free advanced security features
- Extra solutions and comprehensive featured plans
- Auto-Renewal
- Domain Backordering
- Domain Locking
- Domain Marketplace or Auctions
- Domain Transfers In/Out
- Free ICANN Registration
- Grace Period (Min. 30 Days)
- International Domain Names
- Supports DNSSEC
- Supports Handshake / Blockchain Domains
- Auto-Renewal
- Domain Backordering—Undisclosed
- Domain Locking
- Domain Marketplace or Auctions
- Domain Transfers In/Out
- Free ICANN Registration
- Grace Period (Min. 30 Days)
- International Domain Names—Undisclosed
- Supports DNSSEC—Undisclosed
- Supports Handshake / Blockchain Domains—Undisclosed
- API Access
- Bulk Search/Registration Tools
- Custom Nameservers
- DNS Management
- Reseller Program
- API Access—Undisclosed
- Bulk Search/Registration Tools—Undisclosed
- Custom Nameservers—Undisclosed
- DNS Management—Undisclosed
- Reseller Program—Undisclosed
- 24/7 Support Availability
- Free SSL Certificate
- Free WHOIS Privacy
- GDPR-Compliant Privacy Policy
- Knowledge Base
- Protection from Unauthorized Changes
- Registry Lock
- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- 24/7 Support Availability—Undisclosed
- Free SSL Certificate—Undisclosed
- Free WHOIS Privacy
- GDPR-Compliant Privacy Policy—Undisclosed
- Knowledge Base—Undisclosed
- Protection from Unauthorized Changes—Undisclosed
- Registry Lock—Undisclosed
- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- Community Forum—Undisclosed
- Live Chat
- Phone
- Social Media
- Ticketing Support
- Community Forum—Undisclosed
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- Bank Transfers
- Cryptocurrency
- Major Credit Cards
- PayPal
- Provides Renewal Reminder
- Bank Transfers—Undisclosed
- Cryptocurrency
- Major Credit Cards
- PayPal
- Provides Renewal Reminder