One of the first things a new blogger has to do is choose a
domain name.
Unfortunately, this can be challenging when so many of the best domain
names are already taken. How can you find a great domain name? Follow
the tips in this article to choose a domain name that's perfect for your
blog.
Creative vs. Obvious Blog Domain Names
The
first thing you need to decide when choosing a domain name for your
blog is whether you want the domain name to be obvious to Internet
users. The advantage to having a domain name that is clearly related to
your blog's topic is it may help people find your blog through keyword
searches. Also, it may be easier for people to remember a blog domain
name that is fairly intuitive.
Conversely, a creative blog name
can become a great brand icon if your blog becomes successful. It will
strongly separate your blog from your competitors as unique.
Check the Availability of Obvious Domain Names
If
you decide you want to choose an obvious domain name, you'll need to
research what is available. You can do this through any blog host's
website. For example, using a site such as
BlueHost
will allow you to type in the domain name of your choice (including the
extension - .com, .net, .us, etc.) and immediately learn if that domain
name is available. Many sites will also provide a list of similar
domain names for you to choose from. For example, if the name you
searched for is taken, you'll see a list of alternatives that might
include a different extension, an additional word or letter added, and
more.
Create a List of Keywords to Use in Obvious Domain Names
As
you try to find an available domain name that you like and fits your
blog, it's a good idea to take some time to search for popular keywords
related to your blog's topic through a website such as
Wordtracker. Using those words in your domain name will certainly help new readers find your blog through their own searches.
