.tel Domains

Yet another domain name extention is out, but this one is a little bit different.

The new .tel domain name extension is now available to the general public. But what is it and what can it be used for?

Operated and created by Telnic, .tel is a service that allows individuals and businesses alike, to store publish and update all your contact information and keywords online under your unique domain name, without the need for a website. It creates a directory style service that anyone can access online, through a website, on a mobile or facebook for instance.

The .tel service cannot be used to display websites and Telnic have control over the information that is shown, every .tel domain is uniform in how it displays the information, and each name is administered through an interface provided by Telnic who also provide the hosting of the domain.

Why should you have a .tel domain name?

1. Communications Hub
Publish all your means of communication in one easy place without the use of a website. For example you can store your phone numbers, mobile, fax, VoIP and email addresses in one place. You can also store web links, location data and keywords describing your business.

2. Join a Real-Time Global Directory
Join a global directory that allows you to own and control all your contact information and update it in real-time whenever you wish.

3. Route Customers to Appropriate Departments
Easily route customers to contact details for various divisions or departments in your company

4. Increase Your Profile Online
By publishing your keywords you will be indexed by leading search engines

5. Connect with Customers from Many Devices
Any device that has internet access will be able to see your contact details. It is especially good for mobile phones because of the simple layout format of the information. Most websites are not mobile friendly!

6. Incorporate Premium Numbers for Voting and Betting Services
Create real time SMS voting on TV shows ( eg: The X Factor) See how this would work: Example

7. E-commerce Options
A website could collect micro-payments for downloads, products or services. For example: a celebrity fan club site can provide news, chats, or downloadable mobile content such as MP3s or ringtones. Click for an example

To read more about .tel domains click here or download the tel guide

If you live in the UK and you would like to buy .tel domains click here