My idea was stolen: ALLIGATORR.COM

[RU]

Hello,

A few weeks ago, I randomly checked the site, and discovered it was available for registration!
So I tried to register the domain name and got the error message: "You currently do not have enough domain credits to complete this transaction... " I asked support to reg it... but now i see that the domain is taken by another person. How to be sure people won't steal my idea during a reg.?

Best,
Russel


I paid for this domain name

 

[creataweb]

Use a different registrar perhaps? I actually noticed this with certain registrars going back years.

 

[RU]

Use a different registrar perhaps? I actually noticed this with certain registrars going back years.

same registrar: Sponsoring Registrar IANA ID: 886

 

[RU]

i think support guy stole it

 

[creataweb]

Best thing to do is take your business somewhere else honestly. Namesilo is a good one.

 

[ZapNano]

They do that all the time; bad breed are all over! One time, I tried to register a domain, one registrar said is not available and the other said it is taken. So I quickly registered the name from where is it available; I got it registered.

 

[boker]

Looks like it's a domainer from Turkey, who has lots of double letter brandables and has registered this one 2 months ago...so probably just a coincidence and if you ask, you will find a few others domainers who had that name on the list at one time.

 

[ZapNano]

Need new domain registrar that can understand long term honest customers relationships; moreover, a registrar that are willing to go extra miles on solving problem; in any area of domain issue. Don't just tell me "oh you might need to contact Mr So&so." Etc...

 

[RU]

you will find a few others domainers who had that name on the list at one time.

this domain was never registered before.

 

[RU]

has registered this one 2 months ago...

I bought it on September 3th.

 

[boker]

this domain was never registered before.

I know, but now they are a trend right now, BB and BR they are accepting lots of them and there are around 30 domainers who buy all good double letter domains, starting with BB manager. 6 months ago you could find a lot of them available....try to find now a good one.

 

[jideofor]

It is entirely your fault! Must you use one registrar when you have numerous options to pick from? I had a similar experience at namecheap for one .co.uk domain that I had wanted to register. They debited me but the domain name wasn't registered. I quickly went to Godaddy and had it registered there while namecheap refunded me.

Simple!

 

[RU]

Beware! Netfirms can steal your domains. I recently tried to register a domain name MEGAGREAT.COM

and now the domain is gone...

 

[decode]

anyone reading this or looking for an excellent registrar should check out porkbun.com
Fast support, clear pricing, free whois protection and more.

 

[nomen]

@RU Not saying that it wouldn't be possible for registrars to steal domains from registrants. But I doubt they do it. More likely your domain has been on some other domainer's list too, especially if it had been on a recent drop list.

 

[E-Promote]

Almost 3,500,000,000 people using the internet and someone has "stolen" your idea.

 

[nomen]

If a good domain is available for an attractive price, handreg or otherwise, you'll need to buy it right away. Or someone else will. IMO...

 

[Nazz]

Never wait around on registering a domain. This is the domain industry, where there is always someone one step ahead.

 

[sarahsdomains]

I had the same problem with godaddy. a certain .com was paid for and then i got a message that it was taken.

 

[CJ6]

I had the same problem with godaddy. a certain .com was paid for and then i got a message that it was taken.

Same here. I successfully registered a domain on Halloween. The next day, I received an email from Godaddy pasted below. A moment ago, I checked the WhoIs and it's still showing up as GoDaddy registered on Halloween. I'm did get the mentioned credit, but am waiting on the refund (of $5). At least they paid me for stealing my domain.


Discussion Notes
Support Staff Response
Hello,

Thank you for your interest in registering XXXXXXX. We are reaching out to let you know this domain has been removed from your account because it was unfortunately awarded to you in error.

We understand this is not an ideal situation and would like to apologize for any inconvenience this has caused.

We realize more than just our apology is needed, so we have placed a $25 credit on your GoDaddy account that you may use for additional domain registrations or product purchases. We are also in the process of refunding your original purchase.

We appreciate your understanding.
Kindest Regards,

ccTLD Team
GoDaddy


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Whois Info:
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Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.godaddy.com
Registrar URL: www.godaddy.com
Updated Date: 2016-11-01
Creation Date: 2016-10-31
Registrar Registration Expiration Date: 2017-10-31
Registrar: GoDaddy.com