.com For Websites

A website with a .com domain name is a foundation your customers can rely on to find and engage online as your business grows.

Benefits of Website

1

Grow on Your Terms

Give your business that polished, professional look. Get a custom .com email address and show everyone you’re a pro.

2

Control Your Brand

Having a website with a .com domain name gives you room to build your brand and control your online presence.

3

Be Easier To Find

A website with a .com domain name makes you easier to find. It’s where the world discovers you.

Website Planning Checklist

Build your online home with a .com website.

Create a Plan to Build Your Website

Choose and register a .com domain name for your web address.

Decide the purpose of your website (e.g., blog, e-commerce site, online brochure).

Defining Website Requirements

Determine what is most important to have on your website today, and what can be added later.

Figure out what information your visitors will find interesting and valuable (e.g., contact info, product descriptions).

Manage Your Website

Choose and register a .com domain name for your web address.

Decide the purpose of your website (e.g., blog, e-commerce site, online brochure).

How to Build a Professional Website

1

Register a Domain Name

Start by registering a .com domain name through your preferred registrar.

2

Log In to Your Account

Log in and go to Manage Domain Names or click on the Domain Name tab.

3

Select the Domain Name

Select the domain name you wish to forward, look for the Domain Forwarding option, and click Add New.

4

Paste the Destination URL

Paste your social media or e-commerce page URL into the Forward or Redirect Domain section.

5

Update DNS & Save

Make sure you update your DNS settings to support this change, then hit Save, and you’re done!

How Do I Use a .com?

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