You should choose a domain name that is short, easy enough to remember and easy to spell. If the domain name you want is already taken, you can see if the .net or .org variation is available. You can also use hyphens to create unique domain names.

Be careful! If you do choose a .net, .org or domain name with hyphens, you must make sure you’re not treading on someone else’s toes.

If you use a name that is trademarked or copyrighted, or protected in some other way, the owner of that name can come after you. It’s best always to choose a unique name and do check first that it’s not the name of an existing company or business. You can do that easily just by searching online.

Which characters are allowed?

You are allowed to use numbers, letters and hyphens. However, you cannot begin or end with a hyphen in the domain name.

Do I have to put the http:// on?

No, because that will be done automatically for you.

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