How to Find Great Domain Names

Finding a great domain name only requires a bit of creative thinking.

When starting a new website, choosing the right domain name is important. Finding great domain names requires some creative thinking, research and following a few simple guidelines to ensure the name's usability for potential site visitors.

Instructions

1. Determine your keywords. Incorporating related keywords in your domain name will not only help with search engine optimization or SEO, but will also help give potential visitors a sense of what your site is about before they log on.

2. Avoid slang and misspelled words. Not only do slang and misspelled words have the potential to cause confusion in potential visitors, it also makes your site look less credible.

3. Keep the domain name simple. Long domain names or those with complicated verbiage are more difficult to remember and easier to misspell.

4. Make your domain name unique and memorable. Adding to or changing a letter of an existing domain name isn't a good idea. Having a unique domain name will help potential visitors remember you and there won't be a chance of them stumbling onto a site with a domain name that's almost exactly the same as yours. A unique domain name also helps you avoid trademark infringement.

5. Choose a .com domain. Since .com is the most common domain extension in use, most people automatically use it when entering a web address.

6. Use a thesaurus if the domain you think of has been taken already. Be mindful that the alternative words you select retain the same meaning of the domain you originally wanted.

7. Be patient. You'll probably find that many of the unique, catchy, memorable and easy-to-type domain names you think of have already been registered, but don't get disheartened. Keep brainstorming until you find the one that best suits your needs.

References

• Domain Superstar: How to Choose a Domain Name
• SEO Hosting: 7 Easy Tips for Choosing a Good Domain Name