Domain Name Registration: A Complete Guide

A domain name is your website’s address on the internet, like servermango.com. It is how people find and access your website. Registering a domain is the first step in establishing your online presence.

📌 What is a Domain Name?

A domain name is a unique web address that represents a website on the internet. It consists of:

• Name: The unique identifier (e.g., servermango)
• Extension: The TLD (Top-Level Domain) like .com, .net, .org, .in etc.

For example:
📍 servermango.com
📍 servermango.in

🛠 Steps to Register a Domain Name

Step 1: Choose a Domain Name

• Keep it short, simple, and easy to remember.
• Avoid hyphens and numbers if possible.
• Make sure it’s relevant to your brand or business.
• Example: servermango.com (great for a hosting-related business).

Step 2: Check Availability

• Use a domain registrar like ServerMango, Namecheap, GoDaddy, Google Domains, or Cloudflare.
• Enter your preferred domain name in the search bar.
• If it’s unavailable, try variations like servermango.net or servermango.io.

Step 3: Select a Domain Extension

• .com – Best for businesses and global presence.
• .net – Ideal for tech and networking businesses.
• .org – Suitable for nonprofits and organizations.
• .in – Best for India-based businesses.

For ServerMango, choosing servermango.com makes sense as it targets a global audience.

Step 4: Register with a Domain Registrar

• Choose a reliable domain registrar. Some popular ones:
  ✅ GoDaddy – Popular and beginner-friendly.
  ✅ Namecheap – Affordable and includes free WHOIS privacy.
  ✅ Google Domains – Simple and secure.
  ✅ Cloudflare – Offers free security features.

• Add the domain to your cart.

• Select the registration period (1 year, 2 years, or more).

• Enable WHOIS privacy protection to hide your personal details (free on some registrars).

Step 5: Make the Payment & Complete Registration

• Provide basic information like name, email, and address.
• Choose auto-renewal to avoid domain expiration.
• Complete the payment using a card, PayPal, or UPI (for Indian users).
• You will receive a confirmation email once the domain is registered.

Step 6: Connect Your Domain to Hosting

• If using a hosting provider (like ServerMango), update the nameservers.
• Example: Change to ns1.servermango.com and ns2.servermango.com.
• If using a website builder like WordPress, connect the domain through DNS settings.

Step 7: Secure & Optimize Your Domain

✅ Enable SSL Certificate – Secure your site with HTTPS.
✅ Set Up Email (e.g., hello@servermango.com) – Looks professional.
✅ Verify Domain Ownership – Some services require domain verification for emails or SSL.

🔍 Things to Keep in Mind Before Registering a Domain

1️⃣ Think Long-Term – Choose a name that will still be relevant years later.
2️⃣ Avoid Trademarks – Ensure your domain doesn’t infringe on existing trademarks.
3️⃣ Check Social Media Availability – It helps in branding consistency.
4️⃣ Use WHOIS Privacy – Protects your personal information from spammers.
5️⃣ Consider Multiple Extensions – If your brand grows, having .com, .net, and .in prevents others from taking them.

🎯 Example: Registering ServerMango.com

1. Visit Namecheap.com (or any registrar).
2. Search for servermango.com.
3. Select .com and add to cart.
4. Enable WHOIS privacy (if available).
5. Complete payment and receive confirmation.
6. Update DNS settings for hosting.
7. Start building the website! 🚀