Provider Overview

Rightside is a domain registry operator managing .name, .blog, and other TLDs. Originally spun off from Demand Media's domain business. Provides registry-level domain management, DNS hosting, DNSSEC, and enterprise domain portfolio management services. Distributed through partner registrar channels.

Core Capabilities

  • TLD operation: Managing multiple top-level domain extensions.
  • Registry services: DNS hosting, DNSSEC, domain lifecycle management.
  • Enterprise services: Domain portfolio management and brand protection.

Best-fit Scenarios

  • Personal branding: .name TLD for personal brand domains.
  • Blogging platforms: .blog TLD for blog domains.
  • Enterprise domain management: Large portfolio management for businesses.