How to become a registrar

[bobby9101]

I have a great domain, and i am interested in starting a registrar
how do I go about this
please no negative criticism
i know there are plenty of registrars, but i would still like to try

 

[gariben]

you need serious cash ($$$,$$$+)and super super strong server/programming skills

You can look at icann.com for more information

 

[bobby9101]

why does it cost so much?
is that all hardware costs?

 

[namestrands]

first you could sign up with a reseller program like ENOM, DirectI or WildWestDomains.

The costs vary depending on the program, Bottom level is Free, Top Level is about $6k

Once you are established and earning good revenue you can choose to get ICANN acredited, as I understand their is a cost of around $10k+ for this.

 

[bobby9101]

thanks

i didn't see any free ones

 

[webfreak]

thanks

i didn't see any free ones

Many members here will be more than willing to offer you a free $8.95 eNom reseller account.