{"id":11021,"date":"2017-09-29T13:27:32","date_gmt":"2017-09-29T13:27:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/jobhouse.com.gh\/web-design-and-web-services\/?p=11021"},"modified":"2017-09-29T13:27:32","modified_gmt":"2017-09-29T13:27:32","slug":"search-domain-name-fits-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobhouse.com.gh\/ghana-web-design-company\/search-domain-name-fits-business\/","title":{"rendered":"How to search for a domain name that fits my business"},"content":{"rendered":"

A domain name is essential to any business\u2019s online presence. And when it comes to choosing an effective domain name, there are\u00a0plenty of tips<\/a>\u00a0to consider. But what if you\u2019ve already got a great name in the works? What next? If you\u2019re wondering how to search for a domain name, look no further.<\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll cover how to search for a domain name using\u00a0GoDaddy\u2019s domain search feature<\/a>, as well as a few other options for securing a kick-ass name.<\/p>\n

How to search for a domain name<\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t have to play hide-and-seek with your possible domain. Check out GoDaddy\u2019s easy-to-use search feature, and follow these steps to secure your domain today.<\/p>\n

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    Visit GoDaddy.com.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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    Enter your domain in the search bar.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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    Add your domain to the cart.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Ready to get started? Make sure you have a list of domains at the ready, and then read on for an in-depth look (with screenshots) at each step, followed by some additional ways covering how to search for a domain name.<\/p>\n

    1. Visit GoDaddy.com<\/h2>\n

    \"HowOpen up your preferred browser and go to\u00a0GoDaddy.com<\/a>. Once the home page loads, you\u2019ll see a search bar where you can begin your domain search.<\/p>\n

    2. Enter your domain in the search bar<\/h2>\n

    Enter your domain name, and click\u00a0Search<\/strong>. At this point, one of two things will happen. If your domain name is available, great! You\u2019ll be presented with the opportunity to add it to the cart.<\/p>\n

    \"How<\/p>\n

    If your domain name isn\u2019t available, you\u2019ll be prompted to search for a new domain name or select a different variation. The good news? Even if your domain name is already taken, GoDaddy\u2019s suggestion tool will list new ideas, with different extensions or variations, that you can review.\"HowIf you like one of the options, great! If not, enter a few of your other domain options into the search bar until you land on one that\u2019s available.<\/p>\n

    Pro tip:<\/strong>\u00a0Don\u2019t shy away from different domain extensions. While .com is still one of the most widely registered domain endings, the availability of hundreds of\u00a0new domain extensions<\/a>\u00a0gives you the opportunity to register a domain that perfectly represents who you are and what you do.<\/p>\n

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    3. Add your domain to the cart\"How<\/h2>\n

    And now, all you need to do is click\u00a0Add to Cart<\/strong>, and you\u2019re done! The domain name will be added to your shopping cart. You can either keep shopping for domain names or proceed to checkout. There, you can add additional products, such as\u00a0domain privacy<\/a>\u00a0or a\u00a0GoCentral Website Builder<\/a>, to make sure you start off your online venture on the right foot.<\/p>\n

    To learn more about possible next steps, check out\u00a0\u201cYou\u2019ve registered a domain name. Now what?\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n

    Other ways to search for domain names<\/h2>\n

    Now that you know how to search for a domain name through GoDaddy, there are a few other channels you can use to find the perfect domain for your business.<\/p>\n

    By extensions<\/h4>\n

    Did you know that there are more than 350 domain extensions available, with even more possibilities on the horizon? Depending on your business, you could find the perfect extension for your niche.<\/p>\n

    If you want to browse by domain extensions, all you have to do is\u00a0visit GoDaddy<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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    Sell custom teddy bears online? Perhaps\u00a0CustomBears<\/em>.shop<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0CustomBears<\/em>.store<\/strong>\u00a0is right up your alley. Search for available extensions by keyword, options available now, categories and more.<\/p>\n

    \"How<\/p>\n

    At auctions<\/h4>\n

    Whether you\u2019re looking at an\u00a0expired domain name<\/a>\u00a0or simply interested in purchasing a domain\u00a0someone else already owns<\/a>,\u00a0GoDaddy Auctions<\/a>\u00a0is a great place to start. Searching for a domain name here is simple. Just enter your keywords or browse the listings to see what\u2019s available.<\/p>\n

    \"How<\/p>\n

    Afternic<\/h4>\n

    Afternic<\/a>\u00a0is a great place for buying and selling\u00a0domain names<\/a>. Because sellers can post their domains here and have their listings sent out to more than 100 platforms worldwide, Afternic is a great resource for searching for a new domain. All you have to do is enter your new search idea on the home page, and Afternic will take care of the rest, directing you to a page with available domains for sale.<\/p>\n

    \"How<\/a>
    \nIn conclusion<\/h4>\n

    Now that you know how to search for a\u00a0domain name<\/a>, it\u2019s time to get out there and register a domain for your business. Once you do, don\u2019t forget to attach it to a website. Looking for a DIY solution?\u00a0With GoCentral<\/a>, you can build a beautiful site in less than an hour with all the bells and whistles needed to be competitive in this online world. Even better? You can\u00a0try it today for free<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Source: This Article was originally published on Godaddy<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    A domain name is essential to any business\u2019s online presence. And when it comes to choosing an effective domain name, there are\u00a0plenty of tips\u00a0to consider. But what if you\u2019ve already got a great name in the works? What next? If you\u2019re wondering how to search for a domain name, look no further. In this article, we\u2019ll cover how to search for a domain name using\u00a0GoDaddy\u2019s domain search feature, as well as a few other options for securing a kick-ass name. How to search for a domain name You don\u2019t have to play hide-and-seek with your possible domain. Check out GoDaddy\u2019s easy-to-use search feature, and follow these steps to secure your domain today. Visit GoDaddy.com. Enter your domain in the search bar. Add your domain to the cart. Ready to get started? Make sure you have a list of domains at the ready, and then read on for an in-depth look (with screenshots) at each step, followed by some additional ways covering how to search for a domain name. 1. Visit GoDaddy.com Open up your preferred browser and go to\u00a0GoDaddy.com. Once the home page loads, you\u2019ll see a search bar where you can begin your domain search. 2. Enter your domain in the search bar Enter your domain name, and click\u00a0Search. At this point, one of two things will happen. If your domain name is available, great! You\u2019ll be presented with the opportunity to add it to the cart. If your domain name isn\u2019t available, you\u2019ll be prompted to search for a new domain name or select a different variation. The good news? Even if your domain name is already taken, GoDaddy\u2019s suggestion tool will list new ideas, with different extensions or variations, that you can review.If you like one of the options, great! If not, enter a few of your… <\/p>\n

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