Glossary
technical
Domain Name
Definition
Your website's address (like google.com or pinkfrog.studio). The human-readable name that people type into browsers to find your website.
What is a Domain Name?
A domain name is your website's address on the internet – what people type into their browser to find you. It's like a street address, but for websites.
Domain Name Structure
- www: Subdomain (optional now)
- pinkfrog: Second-level domain (your chosen name)
- .studio: Top-level domain (TLD)
Top-Level Domains (TLDs)
Country Code TLDs
- .co.uk – United Kingdom
- .de – Germany
- .fr – France
Generic TLDs
- .com – Commercial (most common)
- .org – Organisations
- .net – Network
New TLDs
- .studio, .design, .shop
- .agency, .io, .co
Choosing a Domain Name
Keep It Short
Easier to remember and type.
Make It Memorable
Distinctive names stick in minds.
Avoid Hyphens and Numbers
They're confusing when spoken aloud.
Check Availability
Use registrar search tools.
Consider Brand Protection
Secure variations and common misspellings.
Registering a Domain
Domains are registered through domain registrars (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains, etc.). You don't "buy" a domain – you rent it annually.
Typical costs:
- .com: £10-15/year
- .co.uk: £5-10/year
- Premium domains: £100 to £100,000+
Domain vs Hosting
These are different things:
- Domain: Your address
- Hosting: Where your files live
You need both. They can be from different providers – just connect them via DNS.
Protecting Your Domain
- Enable auto-renewal
- Keep registrar login secure
- Use registrar lock
- Consider WHOIS privacy