Modifying DNS information FAQ

• What is DNS?
• What is domain parking?
• Why would I change my DNS information?
• What is Unpicked.com's DNS information?

What is DNS?

DNS is an acronym that stands for Domain Name Service. Each domain is assigned a unique numeric address and DNS servers takes care of locating and routing information to the domains so that the world can find you. When you fill out your registration form, we give you the option to park your DNS with us or to specify your own DNS or the DNS of your hosting service. If you already have a website or have found an ISP to host your website, you should use your ISP's DNS servers when registering your domain name.

What is domain parking?

Parking allows you to use our DNS (Domain Name Service) server to hold your domain name until you are ready to use it. A DNS server is required to register a domain name and it is usually your ISP or web hosting provider. But if you do not have an ISP or are not planning to use your domain name yet, you can park your domain with us. To park your domain name, simply leave the DNS information as default when you register and your domain will automatically be parked. This service is free and you can park your domain with us for as long as you wish.

Why would I change my DNS information?

After you register your domain, you must find a web hosting company or Internet Service Provider After you register your domain, you must find a web hosting company or Internet Service Provider to host your website for you. Some good areas to start are your local ISP, or choose one of the many free web hosting sites available. Unpicked.com provides a cheap hosting service. Some people wish to only reserve their domain name for future use. In that case you need not find an ISP or hosting company.
If you already have a website hosted by an ISP, you can easily set your domain to point to your ISP's DNS so that your existing website will appear when visitors go to your new domain name. If you already have a FREE website somewhere, chances are that your provider will not allow you to point your DNS setting to their server.

What is Unpicked.com's DNS information?

DNS information for domains registered with OnlineNIC, Inc. are:

• DNS1: ns3.onlinenic.com
• DNS2: ns4.onlinenic.com

DNS information for domains registered with eNom, Inc. are:

• DNS1: dns1.name-services.com
• DNS2: dns2.name-services.com