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title: How to Search and Buy a Domain in WebOps
description: Learn how to search for and purchase a domain directly inside WebOps. This guide explains domain availability, purchasing, activation, and what happens after your domain becomes active.
url: "https://thewebops.com/help-center/domains-publishing/how-to-search-and-buy-a-domain-in-webops/"
updated: "2026-05-31"
category: "Domains & Publishing"
---

# How to Search and Buy a Domain in WebOps

With WebOps, you can search for and purchase domains directly from your dashboard without using a third-party registrar.

This guide walks you through the domain search and purchase process step by step.

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#### Step 1: Open the Purchase Domain Page

Log in to your WebOps dashboard: [**app.thewebops.com**](https://app.thewebops.com/)

From the left sidebar, click **Domains**.

Then choose one of the following options:

- Click **Purchase Domain** from the expanded sidebar menu
- Or click **Add New Domain** from the Domains Portfolio page

Both options will open the Purchase Domain page.![](https://thewebops.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/03-2.avif)

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#### Step 2: Search for a Domain

On the Purchase Domain page, enter the domain name you want to register (example: yourbrand.com).

Click **Search**.

WebOps will instantly check whether the domain is available.![](https://thewebops.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/04.avif)

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#### Step 3: Review Domain Availability

After searching, WebOps will display whether the domain is:

- available for registration
- already taken

If the domain is unavailable, WebOps will display alternative domain suggestions.![](https://thewebops.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/05.avif) ![](https://thewebops.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/06.avif)

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#### Step 4: Purchase the Domain

If the domain is available, click **Buy Now**.

A purchase confirmation modal will appear.

You can:

- review pricing
- choose the registration period
- complete payment

After payment is completed successfully, the domain will be registered automatically.![](https://thewebops.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/08.avif)

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#### Step 5: Wait for Domain Activation

After purchasing the domain:

- it will appear in your Domains Portfolio
- the domain status will begin updating automatically

Initially, the domain may show:

- Registered
- Propagating

Once setup finishes successfully, the DNS Status will become:

- Active

When the domain becomes Active, it is ready to:

- connect to websites
- manage DNS records

You may also receive an email notification once activation is completed.![](https://thewebops.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/03-2-1.avif)

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#### Understanding Domain Statuses

Your domain may display different statuses during setup.

| Status | Meaning |
| --- | --- |
| Registered | The domain registration was completed successfully |
| Propagating | DNS setup is still processing |
| Active | The domain is fully active and ready to use |
| External | The domain is using external nameservers |
| Error | The setup process failed or requires attention |

Some DNS changes may take time to propagate globally.

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#### Free Domain Claims (Annual Plans Only)

If your website is eligible for a free domain:

- you may see a **Claim** button instead of **Buy Now**
- the first year will be free
- renewal pricing will apply starting from the second year

After clicking **Claim**, a confirmation modal will appear before the domain is registered.![](https://thewebops.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/36.avif)

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#### What Happens After Purchasing?

Purchasing a domain does not automatically connect it to a website.

After the DNS Status becomes **Active**, you can connect the domain to one of your websites.

Continue with:
 [**How to Connect a Purchased Domain to Your Website**](https://thewebops.com/help-center/domains-publishing/how-to-connect-a-purchased-domain-to-your-website/)