Domain & Login Details: What You Need to Prepare for Your Website Project

What's the Difference Between Domain Registration and Hosting?

Before diving into the specifics, let's clarify these commonly confused terms:

Domain Registration: This is your website's address on the internet (e.g., yourcompany.com). You pay an annual fee to a registrar to maintain ownership of this name.

Web Hosting: This is the server space where your website files actually live. Think of your domain as your address and hosting as the physical building at that address.

If You Already Have a Domain Name

If your business already has an established domain, here's what we'll need from you:

Domain Information Checklist:

• Domain Name: The full URL (e.g., yourcompany.com)

• Domain Registrar: Where you purchased your domain, such as GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains, or Bluehost

• Access Method: Choose one of the following options:

  • Provide login credentials (username/email and password) for the registrar account

  • Add us as an authorized user to your domain management panel

  • Schedule a call where we can guide you through making necessary changes

Having these details ready will prevent delays in the development process and ensure a smooth transition when it's time to launch your new website.

Why We Need Domain Access

Domain access allows us to:

• Configure DNS settings to point to your website

• Set up professional email addresses if needed

• Ensure your website is properly secured with SSL

• Connect any necessary third-party services

• Make your website go live when it's ready

If You Don't Have a Domain Yet

Don't worry if you haven't registered a domain! Many of our clients come to us before taking this step, and we're happy to help. Here's what we can do:

• Help you brainstorm effective domain name options

• Check availability of your preferred choices

• Advise on the best domain extensions for your business (.com, .net, .org, etc.)

• Register the domain on your behalf or guide you through the process

• Set up the technical configurations correctly from the start

We typically recommend registering your domain for at least 2-5 years to establish credibility with search engines and avoid the risk of forgetting to renew.

Security Concerns?

We understand that sharing access details requires trust. Rest assured that:

• We adhere to strict confidentiality practices

• We can use temporary access methods

• We can guide you through making changes if you prefer not to share credentials

• We recommend changing passwords after project completion

Next Steps

During our project kickoff, we'll discuss your domain situation and determine the best approach for your specific needs. If you're gathering information ahead of time, simply make note of your domain registrar and access details, and have them ready for our initial conversations.

Not sure where your domain is registered? No problem. We can help you track down this information with just a few details about your business and current website.

Need assistance with your domain details? Contact us and we'll guide you through the process.

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