Domain Name Registration
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What is a domain name?
A domain name is the address people type into their browser to visit your website — like yourshop.com or smithplumbing.co.uk. It's how customers find you online.
Think of it like your business's street address, but for the internet. Without one, people would have to remember a long string of numbers (an IP address) to reach your site.
Do I need to register a domain?
If you already have a website, you already have a domain. When you redesign your site with SiteGlowUp, we'll work with your existing domain — nothing changes for your customers.
If you're starting from scratch with our New From Scratch tier, you'll need a domain. Here's how to get one.
How to register a domain
- Choose a registrar — popular options include Namecheap, GoDaddy, Google Domains, or Cloudflare Registrar
- Search for your desired name — keep it short, memorable, and relevant to your business
- Purchase the domain — most .com domains cost $10-15/year
- Keep your login details safe — you'll need access to your registrar to connect your domain to SiteGlowUp
Tips for choosing a good domain
- Keep it short — shorter names are easier to remember and type
- Avoid hyphens and numbers — they're harder to communicate verbally
- Use .com if possible — it's what most people default to
- Match your business name — consistency builds trust
Connecting your domain to SiteGlowUp
Once your site is deployed, head to the DNS section in your dashboard. We'll walk you through pointing your domain to your new site. The process takes about 5 minutes of your time, though DNS changes can take up to 48 hours to fully propagate.
We automatically detect your existing DNS records (including email) and recreate them so nothing breaks during the transition.