Domain Names and Hosting
Get Your Domain and Hosting Set Up Right
A domain name and hosting plan are easy to set up badly. These guides cover naming, renewal traps, and choosing hosting that matches your actual traffic, not a sales pitch.
Related: also see Website Planning and Website Platforms.
Choosing a Domain Name That Still Works in 5 Years
Naming rules that hold up as your business grows.
Read more →Shared Hosting vs Managed Hosting: What's Worth Paying For
When the cheaper plan is fine, and when it isn't.
Read more →Domain Renewal Traps That Catch New Business Owners
The auto-renew and privacy add-on fees to watch for.
Read more →Setting Up Business Email With Your Domain
A simple setup guide that avoids the common DNS mistakes.
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