Step 1 – Get a domain name

The first thing you need to do when creating a website is to get your own domain name. There are many domain name registration companies to choose from. I have 50+ registered domains and maintain them all in one place with the same domain company. I use Get EZ Domains - a Godaddy reseller. But you can also go to good and search for domain registration companies. Here are some things you want to keep in ming when registering your domain.

Here is some information and tips to help you select the best domain name for you:

The shorter the better. Keep it short Try to keep your domain name less than 15 characters. A short name is easier to remember and reduces the likelihood that your visitors will spell it wrong or type it wrong.

Keep it sweet. Catchy or memorable names are easier for people to remember. You can have as cool and nice looking site, but if your visitors can’t remember your domain name, it will cut down on the chance of of returning. And remember to make sure the domain name is easy for people to spell. Sweet and simple always works well on the web.

Always try to get a .com domain. If you are debating between several different domain names, go with the .com. It’s what most people think of when they are typing in a domain name. It’s true the best names are gone, but you can still find a good .com if you look. Thousands of .coms expire and are released back in the market each month so there is always a steady supply of new domains coming into the market. And if you really want to get a good domain that has traffic already going to it, go to DomainFace.