How to Choose a Domain Name | GoDaddy

Choosing a domain name is an important first step before you begin building a website. But which one should you register? Check out these pointers for picking a domain that’s just right for you. For more details visit https://in.godaddy.com/domains

So, you’ve decided to register a domain name. Awesome – a domain is unique; it’ll be your very own spot on the Web! But how do you find one that’s just right?

Your domain name is your identity on the Web, so you want to make sure you choose one that fits you or your business – and is easy to remember. Here are a few pointers for picking one that’s just right:

Make it short, catchy & easy to spell

There are millions of registered domain names on the Web, so be sure to select one that’s catchy and easy to remember. Avoid hyphens, as they could be confusing to communicate to others. And don’t lose out on crucial business because your customers mistype or misspell your domain.

Use Keywords

Try to include keywords that describe your business and the services you offer.

Target Your Area

If your business is local, try to include your location in your domain name to make it easy for local customers to find and remember. You can also select a geographic domain like dot-in if that’s where you do business.

Use the right extension

dotcom … dotnet … dotorg …There are several extensions to choose from – so which one should you choose? Here are some alternative extensions to consider:

.co : company, commerce, and community
.net : technical, Internet infrastructure sites
.org : non-commercial organizations and non-profits

There are also new extensions specific to your industry, interests or location that you can consider, like .photography, .club or .cafe. GoDaddy will recommend the relevant extensions for you to choose from …

Consider registering more than one domain to point to your business
Many business register multiple variations of a domain and simply redirect them to the main one. Consider registering common misspellings of your domain name. You can also register your domain with different extensions so you can protect your brand.

Ready to register your domain and get online? Visit in.GoDaddy.com today.