For those of you who are new to the web, the prospect of buying your own domain may seem like a complicated thing, but this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Whether you're buying a domain to host a personal web site, such as a blog or for a small business, like a budding new jewelry business, buying a domain name outright is one of the easiest things you can do online and this article will show you how it’s done.
1Visit a domain name registrar to see if your desired domain name is available (a page will appear after clicking “Search” to let you know if the domain is available).Ad
2View the price that the domain registrar is offering the domain for (to own a domain usually costs around $10/year) and choose the desired end section of your domain; “.com,” “.biz," “.net,” etc (there are several to consider), then click “Continue with Registration.”
3Enter the required personal information to complete your registration and enter your payment information.
4Contact your internet provider (the choice of most individuals) to let them know you want them to be the host of your domain and give them the information regarding your new domain.
5Login to your domain registrar’s page whenever you need you manage your domain, such as adding additional features, security or otherwise, to your domain.Ad
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- Choose a domain name that is as to-the-point and memorable as possible.
- Don't forget to renew your domain each year to retain ownership.