{"id":4045,"date":"2021-04-10T12:19:25","date_gmt":"2021-04-10T02:19:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/vjdesign.com.au\/?page_id=4045"},"modified":"2023-03-22T07:55:23","modified_gmt":"2023-03-21T20:55:23","slug":"domain-name-how-to-register","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vjdesign.com.au\/wordpress\/domain-name-how-to-register\/","title":{"rendered":"Domain Name: What is it? How to register one via Google Domains?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Start your online presence by securing a great domain name. Google Domains is a domain registration service that offers transparent pricing, privacy protection and great email features at an affordable price. Learn how to find and register your domain name via Google Domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The process is similar across all domain registrars. Other domain registrars like GoDaddy lure you with great discounts for the first year before raising the price when you renew. Let me highlight the features you need and those that you don’t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a domain name?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A domain name is a short, easy to remember address that you type into your browser to load a website. For example, you can easily type ‘vjdesign.com.au’<\/strong> into your web browser to bring up my website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This is far easier than trying to remember and type an IP address like 35.213.242.70.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The web browser then talks to a Domain Name Server (DNS) which confirms the corresponding IP address. It’s just like looking up an address in a phone book.<\/p>\n\n\n

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How Domain Name Lookup Works<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Find a good Domain Name<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Get started on your online journey the right way – choose a domain name that is catchy, unique and brandable. It can be a hassle to switch your domain name later on without hurting your search rankings. Renew your domain name every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things to consider when choosing a domain name:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Include keywords in your domain name to improve your SEO (for example, vitaminsforall.com.au sells supplements)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Your domain name should be short, unique and memorable – i.e. create a brand<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Your domain name should be easy to pronounce and spell<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Avoid the use of hyphens or non-standard spelling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Stick with standard domain extensions like .com<\/strong>
    .com.au<\/strong> is a preferable option for Australian websites. You need an Australian Business Number (ABN) to register a .com.au site (more trusted). <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. If you find a domain that you like, buy it immediately before someone else takes it. Domains cost less than $20 to buy (but several thousand to buyback if you miss the boat)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Use a service like Instant Domain Search<\/a> to check domain availability instantly. Search domain names, domain extensions, and domains for sale.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    https:\/\/instantdomainsearch.com\/ helps you find domains quickly<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

    Domain Registrars – to buy your domain name<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    There are several popular domain registrars including GoDaddy, Domain.com, Name Cheap, Net Registry, Crazy Domains and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you need hosting, then my preferred option would Site Ground<\/a> for both domain name and hosting. A cheaper alternative for hobby bloggers and for very small businesses is BlueHost<\/a> (it is my second choice). BlueHost includes a free domain name for the first year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    However, Google Domains (see below) offers transparent pricing and a simple easy to use interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What are the benefits of Google Domains over other registrars?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Over 300 domain endings<\/strong> – You can register new domains with an ending of your choice like .com, .com.au and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Transfer domains<\/strong> – You can transfer your existing domains from other registrars for $18 fee (not .com.au).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Free privacy protection<\/strong> – Google offers this for free, usually costs $10 – $25 per year .<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Transparent Pricing<\/strong> – what you see is what you get. With other registrars like Go Daddy, you may find that your bill has considerably gone up next year.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Price on Google Domains (SiteGround is $20\/year)<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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    Price on Go Daddy<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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    Price on Net Registry<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

    No upsells<\/strong> – only what you need, nothing extra. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Best in class DNS<\/strong> – The Google-powered Domain Name System is far better and faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Email forwarding <\/strong>– Use the power of Gmail and G-Suite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Built-in integration <\/strong>with other Google services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Other includes of Google Domains<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    What are the disadvantages of Google Domains?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Google Domains does not offer web hosting<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For larger business and online shops that require guaranteed uptime and automatic daily backups, I recommend SiteGround<\/a> web hosting. BlueHost<\/a> is a cheaper alternative and my second option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How to register a domain (using Google Domains)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Watch the video How To Register Your Domain Name with Google Domains<\/strong> or follow the steps below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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