Post: #1

well if you want a free domain you can always use the offered sub-domain or make your own sub domain with co.cc

or

you can use a unique fowarding domain like dot.tk

Personally I use co.cc because its sea friendly and dot.tk won't show up on a seo rather the sub domain/domain you used to start the site

Post: #2

I prefer regular domains. They look more professional and it shows a webmaster's dedication to his/her site.

Post: #3

I always use a TLD with production forums.

Post: #4

I used .tk when I first started my site, then as it got bigger I got paid hosting and a domain name. I'm glad I did, as it's much better.

Post: #5

I had a co.cc as my first unpaid for domain.

Post: #6

co.cc is just for a year or for life?