Are one word .tv names always so expensive?

[kapow]

I just tried to register a one word .tv name. The registra says because it is one word it is classed as a 'premium' name - which means $250 per year :(

Is it just that registra or is it possible to register one word .tv names for a better price.

[toolman]

I'm afraid it's so. I think you can do better on the price for "premium domains" however. Search around for a better deal.

[ReadyGo]

Registrars have no say in the cost of a "premium" .tv domains.
The prices are fixed by the .tv registry and the domains are maintained by the Registry not the actual registrar the domain is purchased through.
The registrar get a kick back for the actual referral though.

[edited by: ReadyGo at 5:01 pm (utc) on Oct. 25, 2002]

[ReadyGo]

not sure of the amount for the kick back though

[kapow]

Anyone know of a registra offering significantly less than $250 for premium .tv names?

Sticky my if the info can't be posted. I've got to sort this out.

[rfgdxm1]

WHY do you want the .tv that much? When it comes to these minor TLDs, personally I'd say the are all interchangeable. Thus, I see no advantage to widgets.tv over widgets.ws, widgets.cc or any widgets.TLD. Thus, I'd suggest trying to find the cheapest TLD you can find for the desired name.

[kapow]

> WHY do you want the .tv that much?

Because the website is about a TeleVision subject.

Anyone know a better Registra ;)?

[jackofalltrades]

Kapow,

Is www.onewordtv.com out of the question?

[kapow]

> Is www.onewordtv.com out of the question?

that is what I'll do if I can't get a better price .tv