The Importance Of Domain Name Registration

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By Audrey McGuire


Success in business in the modern world oftentimes depends in large part on the quality of one's web presence. A website that customers can easily find and use is a critical part of generating a sufficient amount of revenue for the majority of companies today. Though often overlooked, something as simple as the name of the website can play a large role in this and this is why domain name registration can be vitally important.

This importance lies in three main reasons. The first reason is in relation to the web host. If the web host is changed for any reason and the domain name has been registered, then it will not be necessary to change the the URL (web address). This ensures that current and former customers will still be able to find the site where they are accustomed to seeing it. Without registration however, the URL must be changed, potentially leading to difficulty for customers and even the loss of some of them.

Another reason if for the credibility of the site, and thus the company. A business will seem more legitimate with a domain name that is obviously related to the company. An example of this is if Company A has a contact email address of info@companya.com, this will give more of an appearance of authenticity than an address such as infocompanya@yahoo.com. This is important when it comes to appearing credible for customers as well as advertisers.

Beyond these two reasons is the consideration of how easy it is for customers to find the website. A site that contains the name of the company or something related to its products or services is generally going to be easier for someone to find when conducting a search. An easier-to-find site means more traffic, which means more potential revenue.

In order to do the registration, the first step is to decide on a suitable name. Having a list of several potential options is necessary because the top choices may already be taken. Experts in this area have a great deal of advice on how to choose a proper name and much of this can easily be found on the internet.

Once a few potential names have been chosen, a domain name registrar will need to be decided upon. There are numerous sites that offer this service for a variety of prices. Details may differ, but it is generally necessary to pay a fee up front for registering the name, which will be good for one year. After that an annual fee must be paid to maintain ownership of the name.

Prices will vary from provider to provider as will the perks that are offered. For example, many will have special pricing at certain times while others may offer free extras such as starter web pages or email accounts. Researching the available options beforehand can help one make the best choice for their needs.

With little effort or expense needed, domain name registration can easily be done by any company. Although inexpensive and relatively easy, it can be an vital step toward business success.




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