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Using dotCOM vs. dotORG

by harooki2
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What is the latest thinking on always using .com rather than any of the other extensions, especially .org? Is there still a consensus that .com draws better than the others?
#dotcom #dotorg
  • Profile picture of the author Tasleem Khan
    I always go for a .com domain where possible, is just more established.
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  • Profile picture of the author Michelle Stevens
    Originally Posted by harooki2 View Post

    What is the latest thinking on always using .com rather than any of the other extensions, especially .org? Is there still a consensus that .com draws better than the others?
    Depends what you are using it for I'd say.

    I think dot org is widely used for charitable organizations. I generally go with dot com for my sites
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  • Profile picture of the author MatthewWoodward
    If your talking about in terms of ranking them in Google, it makes no difference at all in my experience and have sites ranked with a range of extensions.
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    • Profile picture of the author harooki2
      Originally Posted by MatthewWoodward View Post

      If your talking about in terms of ranking them in Google, it makes no difference at all in my experience and have sites ranked with a range of extensions.
      That is what I'm talking about, so thank you for that insight. I'm in a very highly competitive niche, and I'm trying to separate myself some with a .org extension (even though I own the .com, too).
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        Originally Posted by harooki2 View Post

        That is what I'm talking about
        Google has said very unambiguously, clearly and repeatedly that all top-level domain extensions are exactly the same for all ranking/SEO purposes.

        If you're talking just about their ranking potential, the question really belongs here: Adsense / PPC / SEO Discussion Forum
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        • Profile picture of the author salegurus
          Originally Posted by Alexa Smith View Post

          Google has said very unambiguously, clearly and repeatedly that all top-level domain extensions are exactly the same for all ranking/SEO purposes.

          If you're talking just about their ranking potential, the question really belongs here: Adsense / PPC / SEO Discussion Forum
          Geez Alexa, you must have the patience of a Saint.
          How many times have you answered this question...
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        • Profile picture of the author susansaunders
          With that being said, I suppose it boils down to the question what will your site be used for. IE: if its a charitable website then go with a .org, if its a blog then go with a .com.
          Originally Posted by Alexa Smith View Post

          Google has said very unambiguously, clearly and repeatedly that all top-level domain extensions are exactly the same for all ranking/SEO purposes.

          If you're talking just about their ranking potential, the question really belongs here: Adsense / PPC / SEO Discussion Forum
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  • Profile picture of the author theBUSINESS
    I would go for a .com since the average user is so accustomed to it.
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  • Profile picture of the author davegarcia939
    I always prefer going with .com as it is mostly known and popular extension.
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  • Profile picture of the author HelpingYouBeAnExpert
    I would grab .com whenever posible but I think for SEO it will not matter to much
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  • Profile picture of the author AgentHomes
    The .com if better if you want somebody to type it into their brower. However from a search point of view I don't think it will make a difference to many users since they are just going to click on it.
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  • Profile picture of the author Kragsig
    dot com is the most popular! If you get the name of a home page you just automatically assume it's dot com... I will highly recommend this! I'm an affiliate marketer and I always search for dot com domains at first instance.. If they're occupied I choose dot org or dot net. I think they all three pass the same link juice

    But as I explain... Always choose dot com over dot org or dot net
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  • Profile picture of the author WebDomain
    .com - commercial
    .org - organization

    but both can use for any of corse

    but i think that .com better of course because it's main zone
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  • Profile picture of the author MatthewWoodward
    Also consider using the extension as part of your branding depending on your niche

    For example with the .me extension, willyouhelp.me, quickpay.me etc etc
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  • Profile picture of the author kaluuu
    Originally Posted by harooki2 View Post

    What is the latest thinking on always using .com rather than any of the other extensions, especially .org? Is there still a consensus that .com draws better than the others?
    .com domains are very good if you want to make a brand

    In terms of SEO both are good, but if the .com is free I would buy the .com.
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  • Profile picture of the author BrianCorcoran
    First of all,

    In terms of rankings, there is no difference between the two. NONE.

    So its just personal preference and what suits your type of site the most. I feel .org always gives a sense of authority!
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    • Profile picture of the author DarrenHaynes
      Originally Posted by BrianCorcoran View Post

      First of all,

      In terms of rankings, there is no difference between the two. NONE.

      So its just personal preference and what suits your type of site the most. I feel .org always gives a sense of authority!
      Yep, I have ranked both with no problems. There are usually a lot other reasons that people can't rank a site than the extension used.
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  • Profile picture of the author smodha
    I don't see a connection to be honest. Google ranks in order of relevance. Domain extension has no bearing on that in my opinion.

    Pick any mumbo jumbo keyword (doesn't have to make sense) and build a site using any extension. I guarantee Google will rank it because it has no competition and scores highly for relevance.

    Just common sense...
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