Domain Name Registration and Email Hosting for Your Business

Domain name registration and email hosting give you a good starting point. Every business needs a way for customers to find and contact them online. You can register your own domain, use it for your website and create professional email addresses for your business. Alternatively creating a domain of the service you provide like www.insure-your-car.co.za , this helps find your domain on google on page one . Its also easy to remember and it could easily be a household name and synonymous with insuring your car .

At Starcom, you can register a domain name and choose a hosting package to suit your needs. Whether you are starting a new business or improving your existing online presence, having your own domain makes it easier for customers to recognise your brand.

Why domain name registration and email hosting?

Your domain name is your business address on the internet. It is the name customers type into their browser to visit your website. You can also use it at the end of your business email addresses.

For example, if your domain is `yourcompany.co.za`, you could use `info@yourcompany.co.za` for general enquiries and `sales@yourcompany.co.za` for new business.

A suitable domain name should be easy to remember and closely linked to your business name. In South Africa, a `.co.za` domain is a popular choice for local businesses. Other domain extensions are available too, depending on your needs.

Check the availability of your desired domain , if it is available , register and secure it immediately . If it has already been registered, you may need to choose a different name or extension. Although choosing a domain that is already in use may mean that your competitor maybe operating from the same approach you have . Service related domains will always be harder to register.

What Is Email Hosting?

Email hosting allows you to send and receive emails using your own domain name. Instead of relying on a free Gmail or Hotmail address, you can communicate with customers using an address that matches your business. It may also create an impression that companies operating without a professional email address , may seem less stable and trustworthy. This applies to a landline and advertising a call phone instead .

This creates a more consistent image across your website, invoices, quotations and other business communications. Customers can also recognise your company more easily when they receive an email from you. It is less likely for scammers to imitate your email address compared to a GMail or free acount .

With a suitable Starcom hosting package, you can create email accounts through your hosting control panel. You can then access your mail using webmail or a compatible email application.

The number of accounts you can create and the space available will depend on your hosting package and its storage limits.

Combine Domain Registration and Web Hosting

Registering a domain name is only the first step if you want to launch a website. You will also need web hosting to store your website files and make them available online. Hosting is merely the space you “rent” on the internet . Websites and email address are created from your hosting account.

By combining domain registration and hosting, you can manage these services together. This makes it easier to set up your website, create email accounts and manage other features from your hosting control panel. We give you access to a CPanel , which is arguably the best platform for managing your account from the back end perspective .

Starcom hosting includes access to tools for managing files, email accounts and databases. You can also install applications such as WordPress, Joomla and WHMCS, depending on your package and requirements.

In addition, SSL certificates help protect information sent between your website and its visitors. An SSL certificate enables HTTPS, which is especially important when customers submit information through your website. This helps keep your credit card and transacting on the website secure , in addition to not having your card details leaked to third party .

How Much Does Domain Name Registration Cost?

The cost depends on the domain extension you choose and the hosting package you need. For example, `.co.za` domains have different registration costs from some other domain extensions.

Starcom has previously listed `.co.za` domain registration from R89 per year. Check the current domain registration page for the latest price and renewal terms before ordering.

You may also qualify for a free `.co.za` domain when you pay for an eligible hosting package a year in advance. This can be a useful option if you are planning to launch a website and need business email at the same time. Check the current offer and package conditions before placing your order.

Get Started with Starcom

 

Getting your business online does not have to be complicated. Start by choosing a suitable domain name, then select a hosting package that meets your website and email needs. This is easily done in three easy steps , Choose a domain, register and payment . The services activation is instant

If you only need professional email addresses for now, you can begin with a suitable hosting plan and add a website later. Alternatively, if you are ready to launch your site, you can arrange your domain and hosting together. If a website is not in your budget for now , create a landing page with your services and contact details. Even a one page can rank on Google .

Starcom offers domain registration and web hosting services to help you establish your business online. Check domain availability, compare the available hosting options and choose the package that works for your business.

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