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Real Geeks-Purchased Domains - What You Need to Know
Understand how Real Geeks can purchase and manage a website domain on your behalf.
When you sign up for a Real Geeks website, you'll need to provide the domain name you want to use.If you already own a domain, you can use it with your new website.
If you don't own one yet, Real Geeks can purchase an eligible domain for you during signup and connect it to your website.
This guide explains how Real Geeks-purchased domains work and what you need to know after your website is set up.
Need to Know
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Real Geeks can purchase an eligible domain for you during signup if you don't already own one.
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The domain must be an available .com, .net, or .org with a one-year registration under $20.
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Real Geeks owns and manages domains purchased on a customer's behalf.
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You can request one (1) domain change after signup.
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Real Geeks does not provide custom domain email accounts.
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You can request to transfer a Real Geeks-purchased domain to your own account. Transfer requirements and fees apply.
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How Real Geeks-Purchased Domains Work
Every Real Geeks website needs a domain, such as yourrealestatewebsite.com.
During signup, you'll be asked to provide the domain you want to use.
If you don't already own a domain, you can enter the domain you'd like Real Geeks to purchase for you.
To qualify, the domain must:
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Be available to register
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End in
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Cost less than $20 for a one-year registration
If the domain qualifies, Real Geeks will purchase it and connect it to your new website.
Real Geeks will also manage the domain while it is used with your Real Geeks platform, so you don't need to create a separate registrar account or manage its renewal yourself.
Want an Email Address Using Your Domain?
Real Geeks does not provide or manage domain email accounts. If you want an email address like name@yourdomain.com, you can set one up separately through Google Workspace.
If Google gives you DNS records or verification codes, send them to Real Geeks Support and we can add them to your Real Geeks-managed domain.
Change Your Domain After Signup
If you change your mind about the domain selected during signup, Real Geeks offers one domain change after the sale.
We can:
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Purchase one new eligible domain to replace the original domain.
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Switch your website to a domain you already own.
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Purchase an eligible domain if you originally planned to use one you already owned.
If Real Geeks purchases a replacement domain, the original Real Geeks-purchased domain will be canceled.
You cannot keep both Real Geeks-purchased domains.
Contact Real Geeks Support to request a domain change.
Ownership of Your Domain
When Real Geeks purchases a domain for you, Real Geeks remains the registered owner of the domain.
You can use the domain with your Real Geeks website, but the domain is not automatically transferred to you when it is purchased.
If you want to take ownership of the domain, you can request a domain transfer.
Transfer Your Domain From Real Geeks
You can request to have your Real Geeks-purchased domain transferred to your own GoDaddy account.
To qualify:
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The domain must have been registered for at least 60 days.
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The request must come from the platform owner on record.
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Your platform must be active or within 30 days of cancellation.
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Your account must be in good standing with no unpaid or uncollectible invoices.
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You must pay the applicable one-time domain transfer fee.
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You must provide your GoDaddy email address and customer number.
All transfers are subject to ICANN transfer requirements, including restrictions that may apply to recently registered or previously transferred domains.
Request a Domain Transfer
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Submit a written request at realgeeks.com/support or email support@realgeeks.com.
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Tell us which domain you want transferred.
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Provide the email address and customer number for your GoDaddy account.
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Real Geeks will confirm that the domain and account meet the transfer requirements.
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Pay the applicable one-time domain transfer fee.
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Real Geeks will complete the transfer to your account.
Transfers to registrars other than GoDaddy may require additional steps.
Once transferred, you become responsible for managing and renewing the domain and maintaining its DNS settings.
What Happens if You Cancel Real Geeks?
If you cancel your Real Geeks platform and want to keep the domain we purchased for you, you must request a transfer within 30 days of your cancellation being processed.
Real Geeks will make the domain available for transfer during this 30-day period. After that, Real Geeks is no longer obligated to retain the domain.
The domain must still meet all transfer requirements, including the minimum 60-day registration period and applicable ICANN transfer rules.
Once the domain is transferred, you are responsible for its:
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Registration and renewal
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DNS settings
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Email configuration
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Other services connected to the domain
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much can the domain cost?
Real Geeks can purchase an available .com, .net, or .org domain with a one-year registration under $20. -
Who owns a domain purchased by Real Geeks?
Real Geeks remains the registered owner of domains purchased on a customer's behalf. You can request ownership through a domain transfer if you meet the transfer requirements. -
Can I change the domain after signup?
Yes. Real Geeks offers one domain change after the sale. If we purchase a replacement domain, the original Real Geeks-purchased domain will be canceled. -
Can I use the domain for my email address?
Yes. You can set up a custom email through Google Workspace. Real Geeks does not provide the email service, but Support can add the required DNS records to a Real Geeks-managed domain. -
Can I keep my domain if I leave Real Geeks?
You can request a domain transfer. If you're canceling your platform, the request must be made within 30 days after cancellation is processed. Transfer requirements and fees apply.