Domain Names
Whether you are a company looking to secure domain names for your business or simply an individual looking to create your own space online, Graphite can help you get started.
With more and more people going online everyday, and increasing levels of business transacted via e-commerce as well, it's important that you move fast to secure the domain names that you want - or you might lose them.
Which domain name do I need?
A .com or .co.uk domain name extension are usually the first address that users opt for but have you considered the other options. As an individual a .me or .tel domain name extension might be more relevant, appropriate and cheaper.
Similarly, if you are running a network of related sites, .net might be a better option.
Businesses trading internationally should certainly consider buying up the domain names with country specific extensions e.g. .de or .fr. In addition, even if you have no immediate plans for international expansion, it is worthwhile purchasing these additional domain name extensions to secure the intellectual property of your business now and in to the future.
How long should I purchase the domain name for?
As long as you need it for! Well, that is a silly answer in some respects but true nonetheless. The minimum term for purchasing a domain name is 2 years but you can purchase some domain name extensions for 3, 5 or even 10 years at a time.
It is worth bearing in mind that many search engines look favourably on sites that have domain names purchased for long periods - it suggests a site that is stable with a committed and long term operation behind the scenes. If you wish to rank well on the top search engines, purchase your domain names for a longer period.
To purchase a domain name from Graphite, please contact us with details of the domain name(s) you'd like to obtain.
