Registering a Web Address: A Look at the Basics

2007-06-20 15:49:53

( Web Hosting-SEO-Web Design )



The primary importance of registering a web address is to ensure that only one domain name is assigned to one website. The principal company regulating the process of domain registering is the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).

When registering names, it is vital to ensure that the web address which is handling your registration is authorized by the ICANN. You need to ensure this because Internet scam is very rampant and you could end up as a victim of fraudulent firms who would promise that they would register your site. In the end, you would find out that no such action was initiated and your web address is no longer accessible.

Initial Considerations

The cost of registering a name is consistent throughout majority of the domain name registrars, so your next task is to determine whether the site is authorized to perform such activity. The process of registering a web address is quite basic by itself. You should have a list of web addresses in mind arranged from your most preferred to the least preferred. Begin the process of registering a domain by inputting the desired name into the domain name registrar. You will then be prompted if your registration is successful or not.

In addition, in registering a domain name, an extension will be assigned to your site. The most popular examples of extension are .com and .net. There are other extensions that may be assigned to your site. However, don’t opt for an extension that seems rather queer just to be able to go through the process of registering web. Remember that the reason for registering a web address is because you want people to visit your site.

What’s In a Name?

You should bear in mind that your domain name represents your business in the Internet. Therefore, your primary aim is to get people to know that your business exists. Moreover, you should see to it that your web address is one-of-a-kind and stands out. While you may have a chance to get your desired web address and extension, try to register your business using another extension. This could be an essential step in registering a web address because you could keep other people from using a similar domain name as yours. If you don’t do this, chances are most people will not access your site and you could lose your investment.

When you are done with the process, it could be best to register the name for a minimum of two years. Furthermore, you should see to it that your registered name will be automatically renewed after its expiration. Most people end up losing their web address because they did not renew their registration on time. This is nothing if your business is not dependent on your website; but if it is, failure to renew could make a difference in your business.

While registering a web address is not as challenging as perceived by many, getting the proper domain name for your business is the more daunting part. However, a touch of creativity on your part may do the trick.


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