Transparent Domain Pricing with No Hidden Fees

Understanding Domain Pricing at Privy Domains

Domain pricing varies based on multiple factors that determine the cost of registering, renewing, and transferring domain names. At Privy Domains, we maintain transparent pricing structures that reflect actual registry costs while providing exceptional value through included services that competitors charge extra for.

How Domain Pricing Works

The cost of a domain name is primarily determined by the registry that operates the top-level domain. Each TLD has a registry that sets wholesale prices for accredited registrars like Privy Domains. These registry costs vary significantly—from a few dollars for common extensions like .com to hundreds of dollars for specialized or premium TLDs.

Registrars add a margin to the wholesale price to cover operational costs, infrastructure, support, and additional services. At Privy Domains, we keep our margins competitive while including valuable features that other registrars sell as add-ons, such as WHOIS privacy protection and advanced DNS management.

Registration vs. Renewal Pricing

You may notice that registration prices sometimes differ from renewal prices. This occurs because registries occasionally offer promotional rates for new registrations to encourage domain adoption. At Privy Domains, we pass these savings to customers when available while maintaining consistent renewal pricing year over year. We never use bait-and-switch tactics where low first-year prices jump dramatically at renewal.

Volume Discounts for Large Portfolios

Organizations managing multiple domains benefit from our volume discount program. Discounts begin at just 10 domains and increase as your portfolio grows. Enterprise clients managing hundreds or thousands of domains receive customized pricing agreements that significantly reduce per-domain costs while adding dedicated account management and priority support.

Volume discount tiers typically range from 5% off for 10-49 domains, 10% off for 50-99 domains, 15% off for 100-499 domains, and custom negotiated rates for 500+ domains. Contact our sales team to discuss your specific needs and receive a personalized quote.

Premium Domain Pricing

Premium domains—short, memorable, or keyword-rich domain names—carry higher prices set by registries. These premium prices reflect the inherent value of desirable domain names. Privy Domains clearly indicates premium pricing during the search and registration process so you understand costs before committing.

If you are interested in acquiring already-registered premium domains owned by third parties, our domain brokerage service negotiates acquisitions on your behalf with professional handling of complex transactions.

Transfer Pricing and Free Extensions

Transferring domains to Privy Domains typically costs the same as or less than a new registration. Additionally, most transfers include a free one-year extension added to your current expiration date, providing immediate value. There are no hidden fees for transfers—the price you see includes the complete transfer process and extension.

No Hidden Fees Policy

Privy Domains operates with complete pricing transparency. The prices displayed during checkout are the prices you pay—no surprise fees for ICANN costs, privacy protection, or DNS management. We believe customers deserve straightforward pricing without having to calculate hidden add-ons.

Services included at no extra cost with every domain: WHOIS privacy protection (value: $10-15/year), DNS management with global infrastructure, email forwarding, domain forwarding, domain locking, auto-renewal with notifications, and standard customer support. These inclusions represent significant savings compared to registrars who charge separately for each feature.

Payment Methods and Billing

We accept major credit cards, PayPal, and bank transfers for enterprise accounts. Domains are billed annually at registration and renewal. Multi-year registrations are available for most TLDs at discounted rates—register for 2, 3, 5, or 10 years to lock in current pricing and reduce administrative overhead.

Enterprise clients can arrange custom billing terms including quarterly invoicing, purchase orders, and flexible payment schedules that align with corporate procurement processes.

Money-Back Guarantee

If you register a domain and decide it does not meet your needs within 5 days, contact our support team for a full refund. This grace period allows you to ensure the domain works correctly for your intended purpose before committing. Note that some TLDs have registry restrictions on refunds that may limit this guarantee.