A few years after rolling out a prepaid 100-year hosting package, Automattic, the parent company of WordPress.com, has now introduced 100-year domain registrations. This offering is available for top-level domains such as .com, .org, .net, and .blog. As an ICANN-accredited registrar, Automattic provides these registrations at a cost of $2,000.
While the concept of locking in a domain without the worry of renewals for a century seems promising, it’s important to note that ICANN regulations only allow domain registrations for a maximum of ten years at a time. Therefore, registrants are placing their trust in Automattic to be around and innovate in renewing domains over the next century.
Some industry observers question the viability of this offering, especially following recent controversies surrounding Automattic’s CEO, Matt Mullenweg. Over the years, other companies like Network Solutions and Epik have also attempted to offer similar long-term registrations, though past models have raised concerns about their effectiveness, leading to skepticism about this latest proposal.
As such, potential registrants are advised to approach this offer with caution, considering the historical context and the reliability of the registrar’s long-term commitments.
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