Web Site Registration

How does Web site registration work? We're here to answer that and other questions for you. The more you know about registration, the easier it will be to get through what for many people is a hassle and a headache blended together.

How do I register my website? Registering is quick and easy. You can register a domain (Web address, like website-savvy.com) over the Web by a secure credit card transaction. First, choose the exact name of your website.

Next, submit a request for registration of that name. If it has been taken already, the registrar (company that handles the registration request) will let you know. If someone has taken the .com version of a website name, you can try taking the .net, .org or other versions of that name.

What does registering a website cost? Amounts vary, but you might expect to pay $25-50 per year. It may depend on the name, the registration type and the features you want for your particular website (like a heavy volume of traffic or hundreds of email addresses).

How long does website registration last? Registration is generally available in yearly increments - most commonly one, two or three years.

Many registration processing companies will offer you discounts if you register your website through them for an extended period of time. Shop around by comparing their offers before you decide on a particular site to register at.

For more registration info, check out InterNIC and Network Solutions . These are two of the largest entities that process web site registrations or give out information regarding registration.