A domain name is your website's address on the internet, such as www.example.com. It’s what users type into their browser to visit your website.
Key Facts About Domain Names:
- Domains are purchased and registered through domain registrars.
- Domains must be renewed periodically (usually every year).
- Each domain is unique – no two websites can have the same domain name.
How Domains Work:
When someone types your domain into their browser:
- The browser contacts a Domain Name System (DNS) server.
- DNS translates your domain into an IP address.
- The IP address directs the user to your hosting server where your website files are stored.