Every successful website is conceived with a great domain name. The
right ones will be easy to recall, easy to type, and very memorable.
Such domain names generally get the most reach. But before the rest of
the world - or those on the Web, anyhow - find out about your website,
you need to register your domain name.
Businesses, organizations,
or individuals have the option to register domain names on their own or
with a Web hosting service. Now the former may sound like a cheaper way
to go, since you don't have to pay for a service, but it will entail
more steps than the latter. If you don't mind doing the legwork (like
checking with your ISP if they'll allow Web hosting, choosing a
registrar, getting your server, picking software for your server, etc.),
you may be able to swing domain name registration on your own.
But
if you would rather have it done fast, preferably with as little work
on your end as possible, then pick the right Web hosting service that
can register on your behalf. Make sure it has a good reputation and that
it runs a systematic check of all domain names. It has to be able to
assure you of reliability and security, where Web hosting is concerned.
You
should also consider what other services you might get with your domain
registration. Will you get free database migration, for instance, if
you transfer your site? Will you get personal email address with their
hosting service? And will you have access to 24/7 support, should you
have any enquiries or issues?
Before you register your domain name
using a hosting service, you might also want to read the terms of
services carefully. Now some hosting services might be affordable, from
the start, but as you read through the contract you may spot red flags,
like transfer out fees. If you move your domain to another registrar,
they may charge you a fee for doing so; some will even cost more than
the original registration. So read the fine print.
Aside from
looking for "surprise fees" in your service, you should also ask about
the renewal procedure for your domain name. Do you need to keep paying
every year? If your domain expires before you renew, what problems could
occur?
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