How to Register Your Domain Names Quickly
A domain name is the core uniform resource locator (URL) address for an Internet website, such as a .com, .net or .org. It's important to own your own domain name if attempting to establish an Internet presence and identify for a business, product or service online. Sign up for a free domain name registrar service to search for new domains, purchase and register them quickly. Use the service's website to keep track of your domains, change their settings and renew the domains you own to prevent expiration.
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Instructions
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Go to a domain registrar service such as GoDaddy, NameSecure or Register.com (See Resources).
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Sign up for a free account with the registrar service. This allows you to search and register for domains through the website.
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Use the domain search on the website to determine if the domains you want to purchase are available. If they are, the domain registrar allows you to select the domain, or tells you they are available for purchase.
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Follow the on-screen instructions to purchase your domains with the registrar website. Enter your personal and billing information into the website's secure online forms to complete this step.
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Allow the registrar service time to complete the registration process. This can vary, but usually takes less than an hour. Once you have purchased your domain, you will be able to configure it from the registrar website's control panel.
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Repeat the process with each domain you would like to purchase.
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Tips & Warnings
Registrars allow you to choose the number of years you wish to register the domain. You can purchase a domain for many years at one time to prevent the need to renew your registry each year.
