A domain name is the address of your website and your business email addresses on the internet. For example, the domain name of the site you are on now is webevi.com.
In short
- A domain name is what visitors type to reach your website.
- It is not bought outright; it is registered for 1 to 10 years and renewed before it expires.
- You can search for and register one at webevi.com in a few minutes.
How does a domain name work?
Every server on the internet has a numeric address called an IP address (e.g. 192.0.2.10). These numbers are hard to remember, so domain names are used instead. When you type your domain name into a browser, DNS translates it into an IP address and sends the visitor to the server that hosts your website.
Parts of a domain name
| Part | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Subdomain | www, blog | Optional, added in front of the main name. |
| Name | yourdomain | The part that represents your brand or organisation. |
| Extension (TLD) | .com, .com.tr, .tr | Shows the type or country of the domain. |
What is a domain name for?
- It gives your website an address that is easy to remember.
- It lets you use business email addresses such as info@yourdomain.com.
- It protects your brand; nobody else can register the same name.
How do I get a domain name?
- Type the name you want into the search box on the webevi.com home page.
- If it is available, add it to your cart and choose the registration period.
- Complete the payment; the domain is registered in your name within a few minutes.
- If your hosting is with another provider, update the NS addresses.
For detailed steps see How Do I Register a Domain Name?
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