The default ending
Register a .com domain
Get a .com — the most recognized domain ending on the web. When in doubt, .com. It's the default everyone types, the default browsers autofill, and the default brand customers trust.
$18.99/yr
Renews at the same price. No tricks.
Privacy free
Who picks .com?
- Any business that wants broad reach
- Anyone building a customer-facing brand
- Companies optimizing for typed-in traffic
What it signals
Stability, professionalism, "this is a real business." If you're building something you want people to find without thinking, .com.
Pros
- Universally recognized — the safe default.
- Browsers autocomplete it; users type it without thinking.
- Best for SEO authority over the long run.
- Doesn't age out — feels just as professional in 10 years.
Watch-outs
- Short, memorable .coms are mostly taken. Expect to compromise on name or pay for a premium.
- No "tells you what they do" angle like .io or .ai.
Examples of .com domains in the wild
stripe.com
apple.com
google.com
shopify.com
patagonia.com
nytimes.com
.com at renewal — us vs the big registrars
The first-year promo isn’t the number that matters — the renewal price is, because that’s what you pay every year after. Competitor renewal figures sampled 2026-06-18.
| Registrar | Renewal / yr |
|---|---|
| Modusdom flat | $18.99 |
| GoDaddy | $24.99 |
| Namecheap | $13.98 |
| Porkbun | $11.08 |
Our price is the same in year 1 and year 10. See the full renewal-price index or the detailed registrar comparison.
Common questions about .com domains
How much does a .com domain cost?
A .com domain is $18.99 per year at Modusdom, and it renews at the same $18.99 every year — no discounted first year that jumps later. For comparison, GoDaddy renews .com at about $24.99/yr.
Does a .com domain renew at the same price?
Yes. Our renewal price equals our first-year price — written into our promises — so your .com stays $18.99/yr in year 1, year 2, and year 10. Most registrars advertise a cheap first year, then quietly renew higher.
Do I get free WHOIS privacy on a .com domain?
Yes — free WHOIS privacy is included on every .com domain, hiding your name, address, email and phone from the public WHOIS record at no extra cost.
Can I transfer an existing .com domain to Modusdom?
Yes. Transfers are free and add a year to your registration. Unlock the domain at your current registrar, copy the EPP/auth code, and start the transfer — we walk you through it, and your website and email keep working the whole time.
Is a .com domain right for my business?
Stability, professionalism, "this is a real business." If you're building something you want people to find without thinking, .com. It is a strong fit for: Any business that wants broad reach; Anyone building a customer-facing brand; Companies optimizing for typed-in traffic.