5 Reasons You Want Your Own Domain Name
“I could start my own blog free of charge using one of the free blogging platforms including Blogger or LiveJournal.” I hear this all the time…it is totally true and there are millions of people who start blogs using these free blogging platforms.
However, paid hosting and owning your own domain name has many advantages. Here are 5 reasons you should stay away from the popular blogging platforms and go out and get your own domain name.
5 Reasons You Want Your Own Domain Name
Flexibility. You own your domain and hosting. You can use any blogging software you’d like or even create your own dynamic or static web pages.- The free blogging sites have the ability to completely shutdown your blog - the downside (of course) is you lose all of your search engine links - and possibly content if you don’t back it up.
- You get your own email addresses with your domain name: colby@theglobalworkplace.com.
- Your domain name selection can help build your brand.
- Your own domain name gives you credibility and a sense of professionalism. An example could be this blog. Which domain name would you prefer:
- http://TheGlobalWorkplace.com vs
- http://TheGlobalWorkplace.Blogspot.com
If you are a part of the Minds Like Water Network then you will have your own domain name. However, if you are not a part of our network then choose wisely. There are definitely advantages to starting your blog with one of the free networks. If you want to start a professional blog then take the time and small expense to get your own domain name. It could save you a lot of time and money down the line.
Action Items
- Start thinking about your domain name.
- Next lesson we’ll go over steps to choosing your domain name.
What do you think? Do you own your domain name? What advantages and disadvantages do you see in free blogging sites?
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