1. Go to HostGator and then click “Choose a Plan”. I recommend the “Hatchling” plan for now 2. Pick a Domain name for your blog Already have a domain name? Just write it in the right box (I already own this domain) and keep moving to the next step by scrolling down a bit. How do I choose a good domain name? Choosing a bad domain name is one of the most common mistakes I see bloggers make. Be sure you choose a domain name that is… 1. Easy to Remember – Don’t choose a nonsense name, something tough to spell, or a long name full of dashes. “www.best-tech-gadgets-in-the-world.com” won’t ever stick in someone’s head, but something like “www.techgeeks.com” rolls off the tongue. 2. Unique and Descriptive – You want a name that reflects who you are and what you care about. Be creative and build an identity you’re excited about! 3. Trustworthy – Domain extensions like “.com”, “.org” or “.net” are the most popular, with “.com” being the one most people think of first. Try to avoid crazy extensions like “.rocks” or “.biz”, as these are less commonly used, tougher to remember and not as trusted. Type the domain name you want to use in the box, then click “next”. If the name is available, you’ll be able to claim it. If it’s not available, choose another one. If the name you want isn’t available, HostGator will show you some alternatives that are similar – or you can punch in a new name and try again. I’d suggest you to use something that ends with .com, .net or .org 3. Choose your blog hosting plan I recommend the “Hatchling” plan for now – you can always upgrade later if you decide you want more advanced features, but you get more than enough with the Hatchling. 4. Complete your registration Once you’ve chosen Hatchling plan and found a name you like that’s available, you’ll need to register it by putting in your contact and billing information. You’ll also have a chance to customize your package a bit. This is a chance to save some more money, so don’t skip it! Apply discount code “STARTBLOG” Few suggestions: 1) Domain Privacy Protection (DPP) hides your registration information in the “whois database”, a worldwide database everyone has access to. I recommend it if you want to keep yourself anonymous, but uncheck the box... Read more »
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