If you’re thinking about using Wix to create a website, you might be wondering: does Wix own your domain? The short answer is no, but there’s a bit more to it than that.
Keep reading to learn more about how Wix works with domains, and what your options are for using a domain with Wix.
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When you create a website with Wix, you can choose to use a free subdomain (yourname.wixsite.com) or connect your own domain. If you use a free subdomain, Wix will own the domain name (although you can still use it as long as you keep your website with Wix).
If you connect your own domain name, you’ll need to purchase it from a domain name registrar like GoDaddy or Namecheap. Once you’ve purchased your domain, you can then connect it to your Wix site. You’ll still need to pay for your domain name every year, but you’ll own it outright and can remove it from your Wix site at any time.
So, does Wix own your domain? No, but they do offer a free subdomain if you’re not interested in purchasing your own domain name.
Conclusion:
No, Wix does not own your domain name if you choose to purchase one through a registrar like GoDaddy or Namecheap. However, they do offer a free subdomain if you’re not interested in purchasing your own domain name outright.
