domain management
Know more about Domain Management
Why your business needs a custom domain name?
A domain name, or URL, is your website's address. You can customize your domain name to your store. Domain names can end in .com, .org, .gov, and even more creative things like .co or .io. It's important to choose a domain name that's easy to remember and spell so customers can find you.
Establish your brand
A domain name gives your business trustworthiness and tells customers you're here.
Foremost in one's thoughts
A unique domain name makes it easier for customers to remember you and find your business.
Higher Search Ranking
Domain Name as a Search Ranking Factor. “Exact match domains generate instant credibility.”
Domain names are made of three basic parts. For example, we'll use www.heavenlybeadsfashion.com. In this domain name:
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www is the server name and stands for World Wide Web. It's the server name used for websites, as opposed to email, FTP or other services.
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heavenlybeadsfashion is the second-level domain (SLD). The SLD is the name of the website and should be personalized to your business.
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.com is the top-level domain extension (TLD). The TLD is registered along with the SLD and counts as part of your website's unique web address. There are many TLDs, including .com, .net, .org and more.
So in summary, a domain name can be broken down like this: server name [dot] second-level domain [dot] top-level domain. The SLD and TLD are registered together and are referred to as the root domain
Subdomains
A subdomain is an optional part of a domain name that replaces the server name (www), such as in blog.heavenlybeads.com. Subdomains are a means of dividing up areas of your website. This can be useful for organizational purposes or for optimizing your site for different regions or different functions.
Domain Name Service Providers
Choosing the right domain registrar saves you from possible future problems. It not only helps you protect your brand name but also makes it easy to move your website to a new host or service provider. Following are some of the top domain registrars to buy your domain name from.
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✔ GoDaddy
How to Choose the Best Domain Name
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✔ Keep it short and simple - Shorter domain names are much easier to remember.
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✔ Attention-grabbing and brandable - You want to catch the interest of potential customers immediately with a domain name that will support your efforts to build your brand
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✔ It must be relevant - Your domain should make it clear to your visitors what they can expect by visiting your site, so it's a good idea to include a keyword related to the products or services you offer
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✔ Don't use confusing words - Avoid words that are hard to spell or easy to confuse with a similar-sounding word.
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✔ You can't use special characters - All special characters, like &, %, $, etc., are excluded from domain names, as URLs use them for other functions
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✔ Research it first - Ensure your desired domain name isn't trademarked or copyrighted by someone else
Registering a Domain Name
Registering your domain name is a straightforward process. To register, visit the website of a domain registrar that offers the TLD you are looking for. If you have your eye on a specific TLD, you may have to search for a registrar that offers it at a good price.
Adding a domain to Joyful Designs
Adding a domain helps you establish your brand and build trust in your online store. You can add a domain to Joyful Designs in the following ways:
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✔ Buy a domain through Joyful Designs - Through our simplified setup process, you can buy a domain from us. If this domain is the first domain, then it will be automatically configured and displayed to the Customers. If you already use a domain with your store, then the new domain automatically redirects to your primary domain.
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✔ Connect your domain to Joyful Designs - If you already own a domain from a third-party provider, then you can connect your domain to your online store. You still use the third-party domain provider to manage your domain settings, pay for your domain, and renew it.
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✔ Transfer your domain to Joyful Designs - If you already own a domain from a third-party provider, and you want to manage all your domain settings from your Shopify admin, then you can transfer your domain to Joyful Designs.
Reinforcing Your Brand Identity
Purchasing and registering a domain name is an essential step in creating a website. A custom domain name can not only build trust with your audience — it can also strengthen your brand and drive traffic to your site. The process is easy with the right platform. Look for one that offers the documentation and support you need to purchase and connect a domain with ease.