Buying domains
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- How trademarks and domain names workYou can use a domain worldwide, but a trademark protects a brand only in a specific location, for a specific purpose. Learn the basics and what to check.
- How long does it take to update my DNS settings?Brandpa sets DNS by hand for domains on instalments, within an hour or rarely a day; at weekends, maybe Monday. Propagation usually takes a few hours.
- How your domain is transferred to youBrandpa uses an automated system to manage most of a domain transfer. This allows for your domain to be transferred to you as quickly as possible.
- Invoices for your purchasesWhen you purchase a domain name on Brandpa, you will be provided with an invoice confirming your purchase.
- How does buying a domain name on Brandpa work?Brandpa is a website that sells domain names owned by other people. Every domain name comes with a logo.
- Can I negotiate prices?We provide the option to submit an offer for most of our domain names – some domains are strictly non-negotiable.
- Do domains include trademark registrations?Domains on Brandpa don’t include a trademark, which protects a name only in a specific industry and location. Check how protectable a name is before you buy.
- How are domains priced?Each domain’s owner sets its price, within a range Brandpa allows, with guide pricing from millions of sales. Prices are fixed and shown up-front.
- How is my purchase kept secure?Your payments are held securely in escrow until the domain name you have purchased is transferred to you.
- How long does it take to transfer a domain?A transfer usually takes no more than 2 days after you pay and name your registrar. Moving to a different registrar may add 5 days for ICANN’s waiting period.
- What happens if a transfer does not complete?If for any reason we are unable to transfer the domain to you, we guarantee you a full refund.
- What is your return policy?Once a domain order is placed, Brandpa doesn’t offer refunds or exchanges, unless the seller fails to start the transfer within 14 days of the purchase.
- What payment options do you accept?Our online checkout accepts wire transfers and all major credit cards. This includes Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB, Discover and Diners Club.
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