Domain com Registration
A domain com registration is a good option if you want to put a business online and reach customers beyond South Africa. Global companies with global markets will have domain com . It doesn’t affiliate the company with any particular country but as a worldwide representation. First, check whether the domain name you want is available, for example xyzcompany.com. Your company name is often the obvious choice, but a name based on your product or service can work just as well.
Take a little time when choosing a domain name. You want something people can remember and type without having to think about how it is spelt.
Why choose a .com domain?
A .com domain is widely recognised and used by businesses around the world , along with a Standard global number , makes it easier to remember your domain and number A worldwide number is called an UIFN . It can suit a local company, an online store or a business that plans to work with international customers.
Your website gives people somewhere to find your business information, products and services. You are not relying entirely on social media or paid advertising. The website is yours, and you decide what information it contains.
Starcom can help you register a domain name if the address you want is available. You can also arrange website hosting and business email using your own domain name.
How much does a domain cost?
The price of a .com domain depends on the name , highly sought after domains can reach prices of hundreds of thousands of Dollars. However if you are in the search of a standard domain , the price is R299 . Check the current price before completing your order, including the renewal cost for future years.
If you need hosting as well, you can arrange both services through Starcom. Hosting gives your website somewhere to run and can include email addresses that use your domain name.
For most business websites, you will need a domain name and hosting. You can arrange these separately or choose a suitable package, the most important is to secure the domain name as nobody can take that from you ( unless you have copied a corporate name or made it similar and sell parallel services).
Register your domain
Start by checking whether your preferred domain is available. If it is, you can register it and make payment online. The domain will then be activated under your account.
Already have a .com domain with another provider? You may be able to transfer it to Starcom. Check the transfer requirements and any applicable fees before starting the process.
