What is a .com domain name? What is a .cn domain name?

There are many types of domain name extensions, with .com and .cn being the most popular. Today, we'll provide a detailed explanation of what a .com domain name is and what a .cn domain name is.

1. What is a .com domain name?

Generally speaking, .com domain names are more universal, but other domain name extensions also have their own meanings. For example, .gov stands for government, .edu stands for education, .org stands for non-profit organization, and .net stands for network. Some country-specific domain name extensions also represent national symbols.

Regardless, .com domain names are still the preferred choice, as they are the most widely used. For companies primarily focused on websites, it's best to choose a .com domain name. However, precisely for this reason, good .com domain names are becoming increasingly scarce, making it difficult to find a satisfactory short domain name.

2. What is a .cn domain name?

A .cn domain name represents China. Currently, .cn domain names have the largest market share in the world. If a company only registers a .com domain name, while the .cn domain name is registered by someone else, when you promote your domain name, you are also providing free publicity for others. Generally, legitimate companies or official websites register both .com and .cn domain names to protect themselves and avoid providing benefits to others.

Of course, you can also register just one domain name. If you're targeting the global market, we recommend registering a .com domain name. If you're targeting the domestic market, we recommend registering a .cn domain name. We recommend using a dual-domain strategy for both international and domestic domain names. For corporate users, it's best to register your own Chinese domain name to lock in security and maintain a strong brand presence online.