# Buying a Custom Domain

> How to search for and purchase a custom domain from the dashboard.

- Web page: https://documentation.federated.computer/platform/coreplatform/domains/buying-a-custom-domain/

You can add custom domains to your account either during checkout or at any time from the **Domains** section of the dashboard. Only **Owners** and **Admins** can purchase domains.

## Checking Domain Availability

Before purchasing, you can search for a domain name to check whether it's available and see the registration and renewal pricing. Enter the full domain name including the TLD (e.g., `mycompany.com`).

## Purchasing a Domain

1. Go to **Domains** in the dashboard and click **Add Domain**.
2. Search for your desired domain name to confirm availability and pricing.
3. Confirm the purchase. The displayed price is for a one-year registration.
4. Payment is processed immediately. Your account balance is applied first; any remaining amount is charged to your card on file.
5. The domain is registered with our registrar partner. Registration can take a few minutes to complete. You'll receive an invoice by email.

> **Note:** Domain registration failures are rare but can occur if the domain becomes unavailable between your availability check and the registration attempt. If a registration fails, your payment is refunded automatically and you'll receive a notification email.