Smart Registrar – WHMCS Domain Registrar Optimization Module

Version: 1.0.0. Author: AddonsCare License: Proprietary

Overview

Smart Registrar is a WHMCS addon that automatically selects the most cost-effective registrar for each domain TLD. It analyzes pricing across all configured registrars in real-time, ensuring maximum profit margins without impacting client pricing. Admins retain full control through an intuitive interface.

Key Features

• Real-Time Pricing Analysis – Always fetches the latest registrar pricing.
• Visual Registrar Selection – Enable or disable registrars with simple checkboxes.
• Per-TLD Optimization – Identifies the lowest-cost registrar for each TLD.
• Smart Approval Workflow – Admins can review, approve, or reject suggested changes.
• Automatic Enforcement – Ensures the optimal registrar is used during domain orders.
• Zero Client Impact – Client pricing remains unchanged.
• Safety Controls – Minimum savings threshold, cooldown periods, and optional auto-approval.
• Detailed Logging – Track all optimization suggestions and approvals.

Installation & Activation

Installation

1. Upload the SmartRegistrar folder to the WHMCS modules directory.
2. Navigate to Setup > Addon Modules.
3. Locate Smart Registrar and click Activate.
4. Assign access permissions to relevant admin roles and save.

Configuration

1. Go to Addons > Smart Registrar > Settings.
2. Enable the registrars you want to include in optimization.
3. Set a Minimum Savings Threshold (e.g., $0.50).
4. Define a Cooldown Period to prevent frequent registrar switches (default: 7 days).
5. Optionally, enable Auto-Approve for automatic application of suggestions.
6. Save all settings.

Using Smart Registrar

Running Your First Analysis

1. Open the Dashboard.
2. Click Analyze Pricing Now (takes 1–2 minutes).
3. Click Generate Suggestions.
4. Review suggestions under the Suggestions tab and approve or reject.

Admin Dashboard

• Provides real-time statistics and recent activity.
• Quick actions for analysis and suggestion generation.
• Filter suggestions by status: Pending, Approved, Rejected, or All.
• Compare current registrar vs suggested registrar and potential savings.
• Approve or reject suggestions individually or in bulk.

Notifications

• Receive email alerts when new suggestions are available.

Safety & Controls

• Threshold Protection – Only suggests changes when savings are meaningful.
• Cooldown Period – Avoids frequent registrar switches.
• Existing Domain Protection – Existing domains remain unaffected; only new orders are optimized.
• Manual Approval – Auto-approval is off by default; admins can review all suggestions.
• Automatic Enforcement – Ensures the optimal registrar is applied even if manual updates are missed.

Troubleshooting

No Suggestions Generated

• Ensure analysis completed successfully.
• Check if savings exceed the minimum threshold.
• Verify cooldown period settings.
• Review logs for specific errors.

Pricing Analysis Fails

• Confirm that the desired registrars are enabled.
• Check for compatibility with pricing retrieval functions.
• Disable any problematic registrars if necessary.

Hooks or Automation Not Working

• Confirm that the module is activated.
• Ensure hooks are correctly installed according to the module instructions.

Support

• Website: https://addonscare.com
• Email: support@addonscare.com
• Documentation: Inline admin help + this guide

License

Proprietary software by AddonsCare. Unauthorized distribution is prohibited.© 2026 AddonsCare. All rights reserved.