Finding the Cheapest Domain Registration
The cheapest domain registration available is not simply just the lowest in price. You also need to assess which registrar provides you with the best value. Registering a domain is just the first step; you will also need hosting and possibly a site builder. If your registered domain is going to be targeting a competitive market, you will possibly want to register multiple websites to improve your web presence on the internet. In this case you will want to choose a registrar that offers significant discounts for bulk domain registration, so at first glance your chosen registrar may not be the cheapest domain registration choice; it pays to dig deeper and find the best registrar for your particular needs.
Why the Cheapest Domain Registration May Not Be The Best
It is worth setting aside some time to evaluate the additional tools and services offered by a registrar before you purchase a domain name from them, as well as using the cheapest domain registration for your search criteria. Some registrars may practically give away domain names for free, but offer zero customer support. Some registrars also seem to take longer than others for the actual registration process; if you already have your own hosting you should expect to be able to see your domain live within an hour – or a couple of hours at the most. My worst experience with using a cheap registration resulted in me waiting over 48 hours until I could get working on my website and setting it up, and with poor (or no) customer support it was very frustrating and a waste of my valuable time. This taught me a useful lesson – the cheapest domain registration can cost you more in the long term.
Another consideration before you register your domain is how long you plan to own the website. If the website is going to be your main business website, then it is worthwhile looking into the long-term packages – perhaps 5 year duration, so that you lock in a good price when you first buy the domain and avoid yearly renewal fees for the term of the package. However, if you are in the business of buying and selling domains and/or websites, you might prefer to choose to register the domain for one year only. Finding the cheapest domain registration therefore depends on your exact requirements at the time.
Be aware of any upsells that the registration companies might offer you; some may be useful to you, but you need to weigh up whether you actually need the extra services on offer. Most companies will automatically submit your registration information to the WHOIS registry, but if you want to keep your information private (such as your name address, phone number and email) you can expect to pay more to prevent them from being available to the public. Weigh up the extras you made need to pay for and then compare the different registrars in order to ascertain the cheapest domain registration.
You are not required to host your website with the same company where you register your domain. Some registrars do offer hosting and email services, but – as always – it pays to do your research to check whether the ‘all-in-one’ deals are the best fit for your business needs.
Choosing the Cheapest Domain Registration For Your Website
Finding the cheapest domain is therefore not as simple or straightforward as looking for the lowest price. Do your research and find the best fit according to your interests and needs, and keep your eye on the ball to make sure you know who is providing the best all-round service.
AUTOPOST by BEDEWY VISIT GAHZLY
