How to Buy a Domain Name
It seems like more and more people have their own websites. You can choose to have a free blog or a subdomain of another website, or you can buy a domain name and control your entire website yourself. If you are new to website ownership, the following instructions will help you buy a domain name.
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- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Choose a company where you can purchase the domain name, such as Go Daddy (see the Resources section below for a direct link). Each company offers different prices and packages. Choose a company that you trust and that sells a package that fits your needs.
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Decide what type of domain you want to purchase (.com, .info, .biz, etc.).
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Choose a domain name. This could be the name of your company, a short phrase, etc.
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Search for your domain name to see if it is available and how much it costs. Most companies that sell domain names (such as Go Daddy) have a search box on their site that allows you to see if the name is available and receive a price. If your desired name is not available, most sites will provide a list of available suggestions that are similar to the desired name.
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Purchase your domain name when you find one that is available and in your price range.
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Tips & Warnings
Cost of domain names vary. Domain names ending in .com are typically the most expensive. Domain names that include popular keywords might also cost more.
After purchasing a domain name, you must purchase hosting for your website. Many companies that sell domain names also sell hosting and/or packages that include a domain name and hosting.
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Comments
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Thims
Dec 09, 2008
Great resource! The process is simple for buying it just putting up a website that confuses me! Good article. -
Pamela Rappaport
Dec 01, 2008
Thanks for putting this together! Good article.
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veryirie
Nov 28, 2008
Practical info on buying a domain name; thanks!
