Pick a domain name- blogging tips
Your domain name will be the name by
which you will be known
which you will be known
of your blog on the Internet. Your domain will be yours as long as
you continue paying the annual fee ($10 to $15 for a .com do-
main).
Users who know your domain/URL (uniform resource locator)
can simply type it into their browser’s address bar. Others will be
able to discover your blog through search engines such as Google
and Bing, so you definitely need to find a unique moniker.
Your domain name may be the highly popular “dot com” or it
may be country or niche specific. From .us (United Sates) to .co.uk
(United Kingdom) and from .guru (yes, for life coaches) to .sport
(for sports related domains), these top level domains (TLDs) are
added to any domain name in order to point to their location. The
general rule is to go for a “dot com” domain, but some of the oth-
er extensions can work. For example “dot net” or “dot me.”
In the end, it’s about being memorable, so if a different exten-
sion or country code helps you be memorable, then break the
rules!
Get a web hosting account
After choosing a domain name, selecting reliable hosting services
will be one of the most important decisions you make. To a great
extent, the functionality and performance of your blog will depend
on your hosting provider. The host makes sure your blog is avail-
able 24/7 to potential readers and it’s where your files are stored
online.
Most hosting companies also offer domain registration services.
Some people keep their domain name with the registrar compa-
ny, separate from the hosting account. We recommend keeping
it all under your hosting account for hassle-free management and
maintenance.
The wrong web host can cause many problems with your blog.
Just imagine choosing a mobile company that has no reception.
Your web host is a major piece of the puzzle to maintaining a
successful blog, therefore, it’s crucial that you choose a reliable
provider.
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