How to Use WHMCS for Domain Reselling: A Guide

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Quick Summary: Domain reselling is a low-margin but high-trust business. Connect your WHMCS to a Registrar Module, set your pricing markup, and automate the registration, transfer, and renewal process.
Why Sell Domains?
While profits on domains are small ($1-$2 per year), it’s a "Sticky" service. If a client has their domain and hosting with you, they are 5x less likely to leave. It makes your brand a "One-Stop Shop."
Step 1: Choose a Domain Registrar
You need a "Master Account" with a wholesaler. Common choices integrated with WHMCS:
- ResellerClub
- Enom
- Domain.com
- Namesilo
Step 2: Configure the Module
Go to Setup > Products/Services > Domain Registrars. Enter your API credentials from your chosen registrar.
Step 3: Setting Your Prices
Navigate to Setup > Payments > Tax Rules > Domain Pricing.
- Markup: Add your margin to the base cost.
- Grace Periods: Define how long after expiration a client can still renew.
- ID Protection: Decide if you want to offer WHOIS privacy as a free or paid addon.
Automation is Key
The best part of WHMCS Domain Reselling is that you never touch a single domain.
- Client pays for domain.
- WHMCS sends API call to Registrar.
- Domain is registered instantly.
- Client receives welcome email. Everything happens while you sleep.
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FAQ
Q: Can I sell .com.bd or other local extensions?
A: Yes, but some local extensions require manual verification. You can set these to "Manual Mode" in WHMCS.
Q: Do I need to deposit money with the registrar?
A: Usually, yes. Most registrars require a "Pre-paid Balance" (e.g., $100) before you can start registering domains via API.
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