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Even if you aren't ready to build a site, waiting to purchase
a domain name will decrease the likelihood that your first choice
of name will be available later. Here's a bit about what
you need to do to get your domain name. You don't have to know
anything about setting up websites to take this first step.
It's easy and inexpensive to make sure your preferred web address
is available. For anywhere from $9-$35 per year you can purchase
a domain name for your business. All you need is a credit card.
What is a domain
name?
Some Recommended Sites for Purchasing
A Domain Name:
Searching for Your Domain Name
Any domain name site will allow you to search databases which
hold the names of all urls already owned by someone. You enter
your desired name and it will tell you if it is already taken
and, if so, offer you some alternative names or domain extensions
(e.g., ".com" might not be available but ".net"
might be). Once you have chosen a domain name suitable for your
business*, your name and address will be listed as the domain
owner unless you choose to purchase a privacy service. The privacy
service of the domain name company will then use their information
for the public profile of your domain. This is usually available
for a small annual fee.
Don't Delay!
*If you don't get the exact name you wanted and can't decide amongst
some alternatives, buy several names now to give yourself time
to consider them further. Then for those you don't want for the
long term, just let them expire at the end of the year.
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