Step-by-Step Guide: How to Register Your First Domain
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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Register Your First Domain
Your domain name is the foundation of your online presence. It’s the digital address where customers find your website, send you emails, and connect with your brand. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to register your first domain name quickly and securely.
1. Choose a Domain Name
Pick a name that’s easy to remember, short, and brandable. Avoid numbers and hyphens where possible. If you’re targeting an Australian audience, consider a .com.au or .au extension for trust and relevance.
2. Check Availability
Use our domain search tool to see if your preferred name is available. If it’s already taken, try slight variations, add keywords, or consider alternative extensions.
3. Select the Right Extension
Your extension (like .com, .au, or .net) tells people something about your website. For businesses in Australia, .au extensions are often the best choice. Learn more about .au eligibility here.
4. Add Domain Privacy (Optional)
Domain privacy hides your personal details from public WHOIS databases, reducing spam and potential misuse of your information.
5. Complete Registration
Once you’ve chosen your domain, simply add it to your cart, enter your registration details, and check out. The process only takes a few minutes.
6. Set Up DNS
After registration, point your domain to your hosting provider using DNS records. Read our DNS guide to learn how.
Next Steps
Congratulations — you now own your first domain! Be sure to enable auto-renewal so you don’t risk losing it when it expires.
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