You are entitled to have a "free domain name" as long as you own a paid hosting package.

If you choose to transfer the 'bundled domain' away to another registrar, you will need to repurchase this domain from us as a stand-alone domain.
However, due to the way our system setup, Paid Package subscribers will have to cancel/downgrade their premium plans in order to separate the bundled domain (the free domain name) from the premium packages and then repurchase it as stand-alone domain.

To do so, you will need to cancel or downgrade your hosting to the Free plan.
Once you purchase the domain as a stand-alone domain, if you would wish to move it to a different registrar you'll need to contact that company to initiate the transfer.

To repurchase the 'unbundled domain', all you need is to login to Lycos Domains on the front end,

http://ldbauth.lycos.com/cgi-bin/mayaLogin?m_PR=18&m_LO=1,

with your existing memberame

Once you are logged in, select the 'unbundled domain' name as if you were registering for the first time from scratch by typing the domain name into the provided field.

Then follow the on-screen instruction.

You should be charged $19.95 for the annual registration fee if everything goes smoothly.

$19.95 for 1 Year
$39.95 for 2 Years

Please notice that your existing domain will be off-line during the propagation period.
The re-registered domain names generally will take between 24 and 72 hours until they are accessible again.

*Note: The stand-alone domain needs to be registered with Lycos Domains for at least 60 days before it can be transferable. It is mandated by the Registry (ICANN).

Unfortunately, once you select your domain name, you are unable to change it. Once we have registered the domain name with ICANN, there is no way to change it.

However, you do have some options if you absolutely must change your domain name:
1) Navigate your browser to http://domains.lycos.com, and login using your existing Lycos membername. Purchase the domain name from http://domains.lycos.com. The cost for this domain name is $19.95 per year, and is not included as part of your hosting with us. You are responsible for renewing, maintaining, and managing this domain name.

2) You can downgrade your existing hosting account to a "Free" account, by logging in, and clicking on "My Account". Then select the link for "Cancel My Membership". Once you complete the cancellation process (and verify you are a "free" member on your "My Account" page), you can then re-upgrade your site, and choose the domain name you wish. Please note that when doing this, you will be required to pay the set up fee for your account again. This is due to changing the domain name. This set up fee cannot be refunded under any circumstance.

If you have any furter questions, please let us know, and we will do our best to assist you.

It's just what it says, free.

The bundled hosting/domain name plans include an absolutely free domain name. No hidden fees, no secret charges. Just free.

The benefit of Tripod/Angelfire's free domain, is that it's free as long as you're a Premium Subscriber. Other companies give you the domain name free for one year, then charge you for the renewal. Not Tripod or Angelfire. With us, it's always free.

A domain name, also known as a Web address, is a name used to identify and locate your Web site. By choosing and registering your own domain name, you have the opportunity to pick a short, easy to remember address that matches your site. Another advantage is that each domain name is unique and transferable. You can keep the same Web address no matter which service you use to host your site.

There is difference between your domain name and your Angelfire web site address. A domain name is "www.yourdomainname.com". Your Angelfire web site address is "www.angelfire.com/directory/yourmembername/".
When you use a domain name, you must forward or assign it to your published web site.

*Please Note: A domain will bring you to the specific URL that you have selected within your domain settings. If you are unable to find your website by using your domain name, please confirm that you have set your domain to the correct URL.

To setup or modify your Angelfire domain:

1) Navigate to: http://www.angelfire.com
2) Login via the LOG IN button at the top of the page.
-The Web Shell page should appear.
3) Click the My Account Tab.
-The Membership Information page should appear.
4) Click the Domain Info tab across the top menu.
-The Domain Info page should appear displaying your Domain settings.

The Domains Settings Section will read:

If you have registered multiple domains, simply click on the Pulldown menu to select the domain you wish to manage.

If you are setting up for the first time:
You will see a line that reads: is Parked.
You also see the links: Edit | Learn More | Delegate DNS (advanced users only)

If you are modifying your existing settings:
You will see a line that reads: is (your current setting).
You also see the links: Edit | Learn More | Delegate DNS (advanced users only)

5) Click the Edit Link.
Five options will be displayed:

-Tripod Assignment - forwards your domain to a Tripod Site.
-Angelfire Assignment - forwards your domain to a Angelfire Site.
-Domain Forwarding - forwards your domain to any URL -IP Pointing - forwards your domain to an IP your specifiy
-Domain Parking - parks your domain with a Coming Soon page.

6) Select the option you want and enter required information (most likely this will be Angelfire Assignment)

7) Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Save.

*Note: Any changes made to your domain settings can take up to 4 hours to become effective. These waiting periods are standard.

A domain name, also known as a Web address, is a name used to identify and locate your Web site. By choosing and registering your own domain name, you have the opportunity to pick a short, easy to remember address that matches your site. Another advantage is that each domain name is unique and transferable. You can keep the same Web address no matter which service you use to host your site.

There is difference between your domain name and your Tripod web site address. A domain name is "www.yourdomainname.com". Your Tripod web site address is "http://yourmembername.tripod.com.
When you use a domain name, you must forward or assign it to your published web site.

*Please Note: A domain will bring you to the specific URL that you have selected within your domain settings. If you are unable to find your website by using your domain name, please confirm that you have set your domain to the correct URL.

To setup or modify your Tripod domain:

1) Navigate to: http://www.tripod.com
2) Login via the LOG IN button at the top of the page.
-The Build page should appear.
3) Click the My Account Tab.
-The Membership Information page should appear.
4) Click the Domain Info link from the left hand menu.
-The Manage Domain page should appear displaying your Domain settings.

The Domains Settings Section will read:

If you are setting up for the first time:
You will see a line that reads: is Parked.
You also see the links: Edit | Learn More | Delegate DNS (advanced users only)

If you are modifying your existing settings:
You will see a line that reads: is (your current setting).
You also see the links: Edit | Learn More | Delegate DNS (advanced users only)

5) Click the Edit Link.
Five options will be displayed:

-Tripod Assignment - forwards your domain to a Tripod Site.
-Angelfire Assignment - forwards your domain to a Angelfire Site.
-Domain Forwarding - forwards your domain to any URL
-IP Pointing - forwards your domain to an IP your specifiy
-Domain Parking - parks your domain with a Coming Soon page.

6) Select the option you want and enter required information (most likely this will be Tripod Assignment)

7) Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Save.

Any changes made to your domain settings can take up to 4 hours until visible.

These waiting periods are standard.

Members who subscribe to a Angelfire Argon, Angelfire Xenon or Angelfire Krypton Package have the ability to create POP/IMAP E-mail accounts using their Domain names. (ie info@yourdomain.com)
To setup or modify your POP/IMAP E-mail:

1) Navigate to: http://www.angelfire.com
2) Login via the LOG IN button at the top of the page.
-The Web Shell page should appear when you are logged in.
3) Click the My Account Tab.
-The Membership Information page should appear.
4) Click the Domain E-Mail tab across the top menu.
-The E-Mail Management page should appear displaying your E-Mail settings.
5) Setup or Modify your current POP/IMAP E-Mail to desired configuration.
6) If you have not set up any POP/IMAP E-Mail in your account, please click on the button that says "Add POP/IMAP E-Mail Account" at the bottom. Scroll down and click Save.
7) If you are modifying your existing POP/IMAP E-Mail account, simply click on the "Edit" link underneath the POP/IMAP E-Mail accounts you wish to modify.
8) For server and E-Mail client configuration, please click on the "Get Details" link underneath the POP/IMAP E-Mail accounts you wish to modify.

Members who subscribe to a Tripod Pro, Tripod Webmaster, or Tripod Deluxe Package have the ability to create POP/IMAP E-mail accounts using their Domain names. (ie info@yourdomain.com)

To setup or modify your POP/IMAP E-mail:

1) Navigate to: http://www.tripod.com
2) Login via the LOG IN button at the top of the page.
--The Build & Edit page should appear when you are logged in.
3) Click the My Account Tab.
-The Membership Information page should appear.
4) Click the Domain E-Mail link from the left hand menu.
-The E-Mail Management page should appear displaying your E-Mail settings.
5) Setup or Modify your current POP/IMAP E-Mail to desired configuration.
6) If you have not set up any POP/IMAP E-Mail in your account, please click on the button that says "Add POP/IMAP E-Mail Account" at the bottom. Scroll down and click Save.
7) If you are modifying your existing POP/IMAP E-Mail account, simply click on the "Edit" link underneath the POP/IMAP E-Mail accounts you wish to modify.
8) For server and E-Mail client configuration, please click on the "Get Details" link underneath the POP/IMAP E-Mail accounts you wish to modify.

If you have your own domain, and are considering purchasing a Tripod/Angelfire premium hosting plan, you should know that in order to take advantage of the features we offer, with our domains, you'd need to select a new domain name (which is free).

This will allow us to provide you with email addresses, subdomains, email forwarding, Tripod/Angelfire assignment, and other features only available on the Lycos network.

We generally suggest picking the same domain name, with an alternative extention. Ie, if your site is mysupersite.com, we'd say to pick mysupersite.net, or mysupersite.biz

Your bundled domain (with your hosting plan) will never expire.

If you receive any notifications, mailings, or e-mails from any company other than Lycos/Tripod/Angelfire stating to send them money, to renew your domain name, please disregard them.

Unless you receive an email directly from Lycos, you needn't pay anyone for your domain name, at any point.

Yes, as part of your bundled hosting package (Argon, Xenon, Krypton, Pro, Webmaster, or Deluxe), your domain name will be renewed free of charge for you.

This domain will continue to be renewed for you, as long as your hosting account remains current, and is paid to date.

Should you cancel your hosting plan, the free domain name will no longer be offered to you.