web site design services Your first step, if you don't already have one, is to select and register a domain name. Your domain name "www.yourcompany.com" is important to your online corporate identity and choosing a domain name should be undertaken with care.
You may opt to go with a free website host that can provide you with a domain name as well - but often those names become www.someothercompany.com/yourcompany. This is not the most professional appearing website, and your online strategy needs to always focus on building trust with your internet audience.
The popularity and growth of the internet has resulted in most "dictionary" names already being taken - but with some creativity, you can choose an online "moniker" that reflects your company name and identity. If you are lucky, you can still snag a domain that actually includes your company name, if not read on for some creativity tips.
brainstorm your name Coming up with a domain name requires some brainstorming, so grab your coffee cup, another person to bounce some ideas off, and your creativity. Write down every word you can think of that relates to your company, products and services. Try to come up with a domain that is related to your company name, can be easily identified with your company, and will be easy to remember. register your name Once you have a list of ideas, head off to the internet site of the domain registrar of your choice. From any domain registrar's site, you can search for the names of your choice, and if one of the names you've selected is available, you may proceed to register it online, right then and there.
When you register a domain, you are essentially "renting" the name for the registration period, typically 1 or 2 years. In order for you to keep the domain, you will be required to renew your registration fees at the expiry of your registration period. If you don't renew it, that domain name becomes available to anyone to snap up.
During your registration process, you will be required to provide administrative, billing and technical contact information. You should ensure that your name and your valid email address are entered as the administrative and billing contact. Your web host will be listed as the technical contact once you have secured your domain name and web space.
We will assist you in selecting and registering a domain name if you prefer. On the right-hand side are links to pages with more detailed information about each of these steps. Please read on for more information, or contact us any time by phone, fax or email for more information.
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