GODADDY — GoDaddy Bank Charge Explained

GODADDY on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for GoDaddy, a subscription company. GoDaddy is a domain registrar and web-hosting provider, also offering email and website tools. Charges can be one-off domain registrations or recurring hosting and email subscriptions that auto-renew, sometimes annually.

What Is the GODADDY Charge?

GODADDY is a transaction descriptor for GoDaddy, a subscription company.

GoDaddy is a domain registrar and web-hosting provider, also offering email and website tools. Charges can be one-off domain registrations or recurring hosting and email subscriptions that auto-renew, sometimes annually. They typically appear as GODADDY on your statement.

This code appears on your bank statement because banks display a short payment reference — set by the merchant's payment processor — rather than the company's full trading name. The code GODADDY is the official identifier that GoDaddy registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the GODADDY Charge Legitimate?

GoDaddy is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your GoDaddy account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a GODADDY Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from GoDaddy by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel your subscription: If you no longer want the service, log in to GoDaddy and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise the charge, contact GoDaddy customer support and ask for an explanation and refund.
  4. Dispute with your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, call the number on the back of your card and ask to raise a chargeback on the GODADDY transaction. Provide the transaction date and amount.
  5. Section 75 rights: If you paid by credit card and the amount was over £100, you may have additional protection under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.

What Other Names Does GoDaddy Use on Bank Statements?

GoDaddy may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About GODADDY

What is GODADDY on my bank statement?

GODADDY is a bank statement transaction code for GoDaddy, a subscription company. GoDaddy is a domain registrar and web-hosting provider, also offering email and website tools. Charges can be one-off domain registrations or recurring hosting and email subscriptions that auto-renew, sometimes annually. They typically appear as GODADDY on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is GODADDY a scam?

GoDaddy is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your GoDaddy account to review recent activity.

Why is GODADDY on my bank statement?

GODADDY appears on your statement because GoDaddy processed a payment through their card payment provider. The code is set by their payment processor and is the official descriptor registered with Visa or Mastercard. Common reasons include a subscription renewal, a one-off purchase, or a trial period that has converted to a paid plan.

How do I cancel GODADDY?

To stop GODADDY charges from appearing on your statement, you need to cancel your GoDaddy subscription or account. Log in to the GoDaddy website, go to your account settings, and cancel your subscription. If you cannot find the cancellation option or do not recognise the charge, contact your bank to dispute it and block future payments.

How do I get a refund for a GODADDY charge?

If you believe you have been charged incorrectly by GoDaddy, first contact their customer support to request a refund. If they are unresponsive or unhelpful, contact your bank and ask to raise a chargeback. You typically have up to 120 days from the transaction date to raise a chargeback claim. For credit card purchases over £100, you may also be protected under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act.

For more information about GoDaddy and all its known transaction codes, visit the GoDaddy merchant page.