Registering a Domain Name with HostGator
Launching a website requires a few things. One of them is having your own domain name. If you're looking to establish an online presence for your blog or business, you can register your domain directly at HostGator's website, hostgator.com/domains, or through the Customer Portal. This article will guide you with your domain registration.
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Can I Register a Domain Together with a New Hosting Plan?
Yes, you definitely can! Suppose you still need a domain name and plan to order a new hosting package with us. In that case, we recommend registering your domain name while purchasing your web hosting package. Just enter the domain you want to register in the top section of the order web hosting form, and we will include it in your order.
How to Register a Domain Name
Domain name registration does not require that web hosting be purchased with it, just as web hosting does not require a domain name purchase. You can choose to sign up for either one separately.
Step 1: Choosing a domain
Choosing your domain name is the most exciting and challenging step in this how-to article. With hundreds of available domains in the market, choosing the "perfect" one is tricky. Remember, select a domain that "connects" it to its purpose!
For some tips on how to choose your domain name, here are support articles you may find helpful:
Here is a list of domain TLDs you can register with HostGator.
Step 2: Registering a domain
There are many ways to register a domain with HostGator.
- Customer Portal
- https://www.hostgator.com/domains
- Live Support
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Step 3: Validating your domain
Once the domain has been provisioned, you must validate your domain order. This is a necessary step in the domain registration process following the ICANN 2013 Registrar Accreditation Agreement. Check your email account for your confirmation email. For more information regarding the domain validation process, please see the following article:
You can check the status of your new domain through your Customer Portal's Domains tab.
What is Domain Sniping?
Domain sniping, also known as domain drop catching, refers to the act of registering an expired domain name. To learn more about how to prevent domain sniping, please refer to this support guide: